Comparison

QRCobot vs QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone

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

Head to head
About

QRCobot

This utility app allows you to quickly scan QR codes and various barcode types from your camera or saved images. You can also generate custom QR codes and barcodes for different content types, save them for easy access, and share them.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Generate barcodes
  • Import from Photos
  • Save and name codes
  • Home Screen widgets
  • Share and export codes
Features
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QRCobot is a fast and beautifully designed QR code & barcode scanner and generator for iPhone and Apple Watch. Scan, create, customize and access your codes instantly — including from your Home Screen with widgets. KEY FEATURES • Scan QR codes and popular barcode types • Scan from camera or import from Photos • Generate QR codes for URL, text, Wi-Fi, contact, SMS, location and calendar • Generate barcodes such as EAN-13, Code 128 and more • Customize QR style with themes, icons, background images and error correction level • Save and organize your codes for quick reuse • Home Screen widgets for instant access to selected QR codes • Apple Watch support for scanning on the go • Share and export as image or copy content instantly Whether you need to share a Wi-Fi password, display a payment code, store event tickets, create product labels or generate stylish QR codes for social media, QRCobot helps you do it quickly with a clean and focused workflow. No clutter. No unnecessary complexity. Just powerful QR tools.

About

QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone

Instantly scan all QR and barcode formats with this fast, easy-to-use app. It automatically recognizes and decodes codes, offering relevant actions like online searches or Wi-Fi connection. Secure your accounts with built-in 2FA authentication.

Highlights
  • Instant QR and barcode scanning
  • Supports all QR and barcode formats
  • 2FA authentication for account security
  • Scan from gallery
  • Scan history saved
  • Price scanner
  • Auto zoom and flashlight support
Features
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Extremely fast QR & barcode scanner that supports all QR & barcode formats! It’s the must-have scanner app for iPhone and iPad. It’s very easy to use, no need to press any buttons or adjust the zoom, just open it and point to the QR code/barcode, it will auto recognize, scan and decode the QR code/barcode. After scanning, several relevant options for the results will be provided, you can search the products online, visit the websites, or connect to Wi-Fi without entering the password. It even supports 2FA authentication to protect your online accounts! QR code reader can scan and decode all kinds of QR codes and barcodes, such as contacts, products, URL, Wi-Fi, text, books, E-mail, location, calendar, and so on. It is also commonly used to scan promotion and coupon codes in shops to get discounts. Key Features: * Safe & easy-to-use scanner app * Instant scan * Privacy safe, only camera permission required * Price scanner * Support scan QR & barcodes from gallery * Support 2FA authentication to secure your online accounts * Scan history saved * Flashlight supported * Auto zoom * No internet connection required How to use: 1. Open the scanner 2. Point the camera to the QR code/barcode 3. Auto recognize, scan and decode 4. Get results and relevant options Support all QR & barcode formats QR code, Data Matrix, Maxi code, Code 39, Code 93, Codabar, UPC-A, EAN-8... Scan history saved All scan history will be saved for instant viewing at any time. Price scanner You can scan product barcodes and compare prices online. 2FA authenticator Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your sign-ins. You can scan 2FA QR codes, and get verification codes within our app to safeguard all your online accounts. Auto zoom No need to adjust the zoom, it’s easy to scan far away Flashlight supported Easily scan QR code/barcode in dark environment. Subscription Terms and Details - You can subscribe to remove ads and get unlimited access to all features - Subscription options: weekly, yearly, lifetime - The payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscription may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. - The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. Privacy Policy: https://qrcodereader.akrura.ltd/privacypolicy.html Terms of Use: https://qrcodereader.akrura.ltd/terms.html

Screenshots

QRCobot4 screens
QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QRCobot at none against QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone's 10. QRCobot also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone's advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price and device support 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/Barcode Scanner for iPhone sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. QRCobot asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QRCobot ships an update weekly, QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QRCobot versus QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRCobotQR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (315 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—315 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer博 刘AKRURA PTE. LTD

Customer experience

QRCobot

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral25.0%
Negative12.5%

QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone

All ratings268 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.7%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

QRCobot

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone

Subscriptions9
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$3.997 Days
  • 3-Day Trial: Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
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  • QR Code Premium - One Week3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$6.991 Month
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$39.99

Questions

Is QRCobot free?
QRCobot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone free?
QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QRCobot or QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone have ads?
QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone shows ads; QRCobot does not.
Which is updated more often, QRCobot or QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone?
QRCobot ships an update weekly, and QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone every 3 weeks. Most recently, QRCobot was updated on November 3, 2026 and QR/Barcode Scanner for iPhone on November 12, 2026.

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