Comparison

QR Code Reader vs WhatsTheCode

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QR Code Reader

Easily scan and create QR codes and barcodes for various purposes, including events, Wi-Fi, contacts, and web links. Save and export your codes in different formats for backup and sharing.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Create custom QR codes
  • Save scanned codes locally
  • Export codes to CSV/text
  • Import saved codes
  • Create codes from address book
Features
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Scan any QR code or barcode in a second, and create QR codes that look like you: colors, logo, frame and 47 content types. No ads, no account. SCAN IN A SECOND • QR codes and every barcode format: EAN, UPC, Code 128, Code 39, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec… • With the camera, from an image in your photo library or by typing an EAN code • Multi-scan: scan several codes in a row, without duplicates • TikTok, Spotify, Wi-Fi, contact, SEPA transfer links and many more are recognized and open with the right action QR CODES WITH YOUR OWN STYLE • Solid colors or gradients, dot and corner shapes • Your logo in the center, a frame with text and the font of your choice • Ready-made styles in each brand's colors, plus your own saved styles • A scan test checks that your QR code stays readable before you share it • Export as high resolution PNG (up to 4096 px), SVG and print-ready PDF 47 CONTENT TYPES • Website, Wi-Fi, contact, event, SMS, email, phone, location • Social: Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, BeReal, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram… • Payments and reviews: SEPA transfer, PayPal, Google reviews • Music and meetings: Spotify, Zoom, Teams, Google Maps, app links… PRODUCT DETAILS • Scan a food product to see its Nutri-Score, NOVA group, additives and ingredients (Open Food Facts data) HISTORY AND FAVORITES • All your scans and creations, with search, filters and grouping by day • Export and import your history as CSV YOUR DATA STAYS WITH YOU Your history is stored only on your device. No ads, no tracking, no account to create. Dark mode included. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION The app is free to download and open. Viewing scan results and creating QR codes require a Premium subscription, yearly or weekly, with a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at the end of the trial. The subscription renews automatically unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://glilab.io/attestation_policies_v2.html#en-terms Privacy Policy: https://glilab.io/attestation_policies_v2.html#en-privacy

About

WhatsTheCode

Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes with a simple camera point. Access, download, and share detailed information from any scanned code instantly. Its user-friendly design makes it ideal for personal, work, or shopping needs.

Highlights
  • Fast QR code and barcode scanning
  • Instant display of detailed code information
  • Download code images
  • Share code images
  • User-friendly design
Features
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WhatsTheCode is your go-to app for fast and easy QR code and barcode scanning. With its intuitive interface, scanning any code is as simple as pointing your camera. Get all the information you need about the scanned code in seconds. Whether it's a product, website, or other data, WhatsTheCode makes it easy to access, download, and share the image of the code directly with friends, family, or colleagues. Key Features: - Fast QR code and barcode scanning - Instant display of detailed code information - Download the QR code or barcode image - Share code images via social media, email, or messaging apps - Clean, simple, and user-friendly design Whether you’re scanning for personal use, work, or shopping, WhatsTheCode makes it easy!

Screenshots

QR Code Reader4 screens
WhatsTheCode4 screens

Verdict

The call

QR Code Reader and WhatsTheCode are too close to call on the numbers: across 7 compared parameters — price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
QR Code Reader versus WhatsTheCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code ReaderWhatsTheCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeremy RoustangMintflavour sas di Codella Tommaso & C.

Customer experience

QR Code Reader

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

WhatsTheCode

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

QR Code Reader

No in-app purchases

None

WhatsTheCode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WhatsTheCode free?
WhatsTheCode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Code Reader or WhatsTheCode have ads?
Neither QR Code Reader nor WhatsTheCode shows ads.

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