# QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner vs V720

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner at 32% against V720's 9%. QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.3) and chart position (#47 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and V720 sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.39 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner has 23K ratings behind it against 4.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner's written reviews are positive against 9% of V720's.

QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner ships an update fortnightly, V720 every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner | V720 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-readerbarcode-scanner/id1584764976/reviews)** | [4.3 (4.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/v720/id1596096449/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 4.1K |
| Positive reviews | **31.9% of reviews** | 8.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#47** | — |
| Size | 196 MB | 170 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [VISARGERD, S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584764978) | [广州钱柜物联科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560291944) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-readerbarcode-scanner/id1584764976)

**Currently charting:** #47 Top Grossing · Utilities, #127 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various purposes, including Wi-Fi access, product information, and URLs. Save and manage your codes, and even check lottery tickets. Offers both free and premium features for enhanced customization and unlimited use.

**Highlights:** Scan any QR code or barcode, Create custom QR codes for Wi-Fi, URLs, and more, Generate barcodes for products, Save and manage scanned codes, Scan lottery tickets, Customize QR code colors and backgrounds (Pro), Unlimited code creation and export (Pro)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR code reader | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Ultimate | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Advanced Standard | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Lite: 3 day-trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Barcode and QR reader PLUS | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Pro: 3-day trial | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Week Elite | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Lite | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Top: Trial Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| QR & Barcode reader | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Top: 3 day-trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Top: 3 day-trial | $10.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Top: 3 day-trial | $24.99 | per month |
| QR code reader | $34.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Ultimate Lite | $34.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Basic | $35.99 | per year |
| QR Scanner | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick scanning
- 💡 Useful for entrepreneurs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Scanner doesn't work
- 💰 Hidden subscription fees
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Scanning not working as advertised

**Requested features**

- Free scanning option
- Improved subscription management


### V720

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/v720/id1596096449)

Monitor your home or business with real-time and historical video surveillance. Receive instant alerts for abnormal activity via app or WeChat push notifications. Securely store your footage in the cloud with optional subscription plans.

**Highlights:** Real-time video streaming, Historical video playback, Mobile alarm notifications, Device sharing, Optional cloud storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI超级分辨率包月 | $0.39 | per month |
| AI超级分辨率包季 | $0.89 | per 3 months |
| 7-Day Cloud Storage (2GB) | $1.99 | per month |
| AI超级分辨率包年 | $2.99 | per year |
| 30-Day Cloud Storage (2GB) | $3.99 | per month |
| 7-Day Cloud Storage (Yearly) | $12.99 | per year |
| 30-Day Cloud Storage (Yearly) | $24.99 | per year |
| 7-day rolling, 30-day storage | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30-day 2G cloud storage | $3.99 | one-time |
| 90-day 2G cloud storage | $6.99 | one-time |
| Annual 2G cloud storage | $12.99 | one-time |
| Three year 2G cloud storage | $19.99 | one-time |
| 180-day 2G cloud storage | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Decent quality for the price
- 👍 Easy setup
- 🔒 Camera works well when connected

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and offline issues
- 💩 Terrible app with many ads and crashes
- 🔋 Poor battery life
- 👎 Unreliable and inconsistent performance
- 🤯 Confusing and non-intuitive app

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Inability to connect and stay connected to cameras
- Incompatibility with 5GHz WiFi networks
- Incorrect time/date display on recordings

**Requested features**

- Improved app stability and reliability
- Better battery life and power management
- More language support beyond just Chinese
- Ability to view cameras remotely without being on the same network


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner free?

QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is V720 free?

V720 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner or V720?

QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner is rated higher. QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while V720 averages 4.3 from 4.1K ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner or V720 have ads?

Both QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner and V720 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner or V720?

QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner ships an update fortnightly, and V720 every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Reader＊Barcode Scanner was updated on September 24, 2026 and V720 on September 24, 2026.

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