Comparison

QR Scanner Super vs QR Code Reader

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

Head to head
About

QR Scanner Super

This app quickly scans QR codes, barcodes, and documents, converting them into high-quality PDFs. It also allows you to create and customize your own QR codes with logos and custom colors. All scans are automatically saved for easy access and editing.

Highlights
  • Fast QR and barcode scanning
  • Document to PDF conversion
  • QR code generation
  • Customizable QR code design
  • Automatic scan history
  • Edit and recreate QR codes
Features
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Unlock the full potential of your device with QR Scanner Super, the fastest and most versatile scanning app available. Whether you need to read a QR code, check a product barcode, or digitize a paper document, this all-in-one tool handles it instantly and accurately. LIGHTNING-FAST & SMART SCANNING * Ultra-Fast Recognition: Instantly detect and decode any QR code or barcode in milliseconds. * Multi-Code Selection: Scanning a busy area? The camera highlights all visible codes in the viewfinder, allowing you to easily tap and choose the exact one you want to process. * Visual Previews: Get clear, intuitive visual illustrations of the scanned data so you know exactly what is inside before taking action. * Universal Support: Seamlessly scan all standard 1D and 2D formats, including QR, Data Matrix, Aztec, UPC, EAN, Code 39, and many more. DOCUMENT SCANNER TO PDF * Ditch the bulky desktop scanner. Scan receipts, notes, ID cards, or multi-page documents and instantly save them as crisp, high-quality PDF files. CREATE & CUSTOMIZE * Powerful Generator: Easily create your own QR codes and barcodes for URLs, Wi-Fi networks, contacts, text messages, emails, and more. * Advanced Customization: Make your codes stand out! Freely adjust the stroke colors and background colors to match your personal style or brand. * Insert Custom Logos: Upload an image or logo directly from your device's gallery and embed it right into the center of your generated QR code. SMART HISTORY & EDITING * Auto-Save History: Never lose a scan. Every item is automatically saved in your secure history log for easy retrieval. * Edit & Re-create: Need to make a tweak? Open any previously scanned code from your history, edit its content, and instantly save it as a brand-new custom QR code. Experience the only scanner app you will ever need. Download QR Scanner Super today! Privacy Policy: https://techsmart.bio/qrscannersuper/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://techsmart.bio/qrscannersuper/terms-of-use.html

About

QR Code Reader

Instantly scan, create, and manage QR codes and barcodes. Get product details, connect to Wi-Fi, save contacts, and generate custom QR codes with various styles. Works offline for scanning.

Highlights
  • Universal code scanning
  • Smart content recognition
  • Barcode product lookup
  • Batch scanning mode
  • Customizable QR code creator
  • Scan history and library
  • Import from photos
Features
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QR Scanner — your all-in-one tool for scanning, creating, and managing QR codes and barcodes. Instantly read any code with your camera, get detailed product information from barcodes, and create beautifully customized QR codes for any purpose. Whether you need to scan a product barcode at the store to check nutritional details, read a QR code from a flyer, connect to a WiFi network, save a contact card, or generate your own personalized QR codes with custom colors and shapes, QR Scanner handles it all in one fast, reliable app. All scanning and code creation works entirely on your device. No internet connection is required for reading QR codes and barcodes. Product lookups use a lightweight API call, but core scanning is fully offline and instant. Key Features - Universal Code Scanner Point your camera at any QR code or barcode and get results in milliseconds. Supports QR Code, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, and ITF-14. The scanner automatically detects the format and content type without any manual selection. - Smart Content Recognition Every scanned code is analyzed and categorized automatically. URLs open in browser, phone numbers offer a call button, WiFi codes reveal network credentials with a tap-to-copy password, vCards let you save contacts directly, email and SMS codes pre-fill your message, and geo coordinates show a live map preview with directions. - Barcode Product Lookup Scan any product barcode to see its country of origin, brand name, product photo, Nutri-Score rating, and a full nutritional breakdown including calories, protein, fat, and carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced from the Open Food Facts database covering millions of products worldwide. - Batch Scanning Mode Scan multiple codes in a single session without stopping the camera. A real-time counter tracks your progress, duplicate codes are filtered automatically, and all results are saved to your history. Perfect for inventory checks, event management, or processing stacks of packages. - QR Code Creator with Full Customization Generate QR codes for URLs, phone numbers, emails, SMS, contacts, WiFi networks, locations, App Store links, social media profiles, and plain text. Customize every detail: choose dot colors, background colors, dot shapes (square, circle, rounded, diamond, star), and eye patterns (square, circle, rounded, leaf). Export as PNG, share, print, or copy to clipboard. - Scan History and Code Library Every scan is saved automatically with full details. Browse your complete scan history, tap any entry to see the full result with all structured data and action buttons. Created QR codes are stored in a separate library with their custom styles preserved. - Import from Photos Pick any image from your photo library and the app will detect and read QR codes embedded in screenshots, photos, or saved images. Subscription Information Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. If offered, the free trial period will expire if you purchase a premium subscription before it ends. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Some features of QR Scanner require an active premium subscription, available as an in-app purchase. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-03-11-91 Terms of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use-03-11-4

Screenshots

QR Scanner Super4 screens
QR Code Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader at none against QR Scanner Super's shown. QR Code Reader also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). QR Scanner Super's advantage is ratings volume (68 vs 4) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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 Scanner Super sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Scanner Super has 68 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Scanner Super ships an update every 6 days, QR Code Reader daily. Both last shipped on September 19, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Scanner Super versus QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Scanner SuperQR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (68 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings68 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPro App Company LimitedJESUS SRL

Customer experience

QR Scanner Super

All ratings68 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive76.2%
Neutral4.8%
Negative19.0%

QR Code Reader

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QR Scanner Super

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Pro3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Become PRO$14.991 Month
  • Become PRO$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime PRO$79.99
3 purchases

QR Code Reader

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$19.991 Month
  • Pro Subscription3 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Scanner Super free?
QR Scanner Super is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Scanner Super or QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader is rated higher. QR Scanner Super averages 4.6 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do QR Scanner Super or QR Code Reader have ads?
QR Scanner Super shows ads; QR Code Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Scanner Super or QR Code Reader?
QR Scanner Super ships an update every 6 days, and QR Code Reader daily. Most recently, QR Scanner Super was updated on September 19, 2026 and QR Code Reader on September 19, 2026.

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