Comparison

QR Reader ° vs Barcode Scanner & Reader

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader °

This utility app allows users to quickly scan and decode various barcode formats, including QR codes. It also enables the creation and customization of QR codes for different purposes, with options to save, share, and compare product prices.

Highlights
  • Scan all barcode formats
  • Create and customize QR codes
  • Compare product prices
  • Save and share scan history
  • Generate QR codes for links, text, contacts, and more
  • Use flashlight for scanning
Features
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QR Code Scanner is an easy-to-use QR code reader that can decode a wide range of barcodes, UPC, code 128, code 39, PDF 417 and QR code. When users scan QR Code with this app, the data will be saved in the device for future reference. Features: - Create and customize QR codes: √Generate QR code for web link and perform a web search. √Generate QR code for text, email and SMS. √Generate QR code for contact card to add contacts. √Create QR code for phone number and make a phone call. √Create QR Code for map location to navigate. √Create QR Code for calendar to add events directly to the calendar. √Customize QR codes with different color. - Lightning-fast QR code scanner: √Support all barcode formats. √Scan and read barcodes from images. √Access content linked to QR codes. √Scan product barcode and view detailed information instantly. √Compare prices of various products at leading online retailer sites. √Support using flashlight. - Save or share scanned code: √Organize and access QR code scan history. √Share the scanned codes by email, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, YouTube, Spotify, Viber, WhatsApp or save to iPhone. √Export a list of all scanned codes through Dropbox, Google Drive, etc. How to use it? It automatically detects code type and scans QR codes. Simply point your camera at the QR Code and click on the link that pops up. You can create your own QR codes and share them via email, WhatsApp, or Facebook. Subscription: - You can subscribe for pro account with unlimited scans, products info and no ads - Subscription options are: 3.99/week with 3-day trial, 39.99/year with 3-day trial - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original "one month", "one quarter", "one year" package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below: https://d3ddozgk1n793i.cloudfront.net/qrreader2/privacy.html https://d3ddozgk1n793i.cloudfront.net/qrreader2/terms.html

About

Barcode Scanner & Reader

Instantly scan barcodes and QR codes to manage inventory and track item details. Create custom barcodes with product images and search for items on major online platforms. Offers efficient inventory management with saved codes and status tracking.

Highlights
  • Instant barcode and QR code scanning
  • Create custom barcodes
  • Manage saved codes with status and descriptions
  • Search products on Google, Amazon, eBay
  • Add product images to barcodes
  • Track item quantities
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Our app is a powerful tool for instant barcode and QR code scanning. Users can easily create their own barcodes and manage saved codes, tracking details such as item status (received/sent), descriptions, and quantities. The app also offers convenient search options, allowing users to find products on platforms like Google, Amazon, and eBay. When creating a barcode, users have the option to add an image of the product for better identification. While the scanning and history features are available without an active subscription, users must subscribe to unlock the barcode creation functionality. Our app is designed for both efficiency and ease of use, making inventory management a breeze. This application contains auto-renewable subscriptions and In-App Purchases 1 week - Weekly - $4.99 1 month - Monthly - $12.99 1 year - Yearly - $39.99 Lifetime - $59.99 Privacy Policy Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h0JbCCY-r5130rflKZRhbF9TbG2-c9mHlVUkHCTyXWw/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use Link: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

QR Reader °4 screens
Barcode Scanner & Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Barcode Scanner & Reader at 4.3 against QR Reader °'s 2.3. Barcode Scanner & Reader also leads on ratings volume (115 vs 3). QR Reader °'s advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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. QR Reader ° sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Barcode Scanner & Reader sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Barcode Scanner & Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode Scanner & Reader has 115 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Reader ° versus Barcode Scanner & Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader °Barcode Scanner & Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings)4.3 (115 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—11.8% of reviews
Number of ratings3115 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHong Kong Real Joy Technology LimitedRyan Jackson

Customer experience

QR Reader °

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Barcode Scanner & Reader

All ratings115 ratings
Positive83.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative14.8%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive11.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.2%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

QR Reader °

Subscriptions2
  • weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
7 purchases

Barcode Scanner & Reader

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Yearly$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is QR Reader ° free?
QR Reader ° is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode Scanner & Reader free?
Barcode Scanner & Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader ° or Barcode Scanner & Reader?
Barcode Scanner & Reader is rated higher. QR Reader ° averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Barcode Scanner & Reader averages 4.3 from 115 ratings.
Do QR Reader ° or Barcode Scanner & Reader have ads?
Neither QR Reader ° nor Barcode Scanner & Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader ° or Barcode Scanner & Reader?
QR Reader ° ships an update fortnightly, and Barcode Scanner & Reader fortnightly. Most recently, QR Reader ° was updated on October 6, 2026 and Barcode Scanner & Reader on October 7, 2026.

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