Comparison

QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read vs Now translator

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read

This versatile app quickly scans and generates QR codes and barcodes. It supports numerous formats for various uses, from checking product prices and coupons to accessing Wi-Fi credentials and contact information. It also offers features like scanning from your gallery and in low light conditions.

Highlights
  • Scan all QR and barcode formats
  • Create QR codes
  • Scan from gallery
  • Flashlight for dark environments
  • Offline scanning
  • Scan product prices and coupons
  • Save scan history
Features
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QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner & Reader & Creator for iOS Devices - This is a free and fast scanner app to check product prices and food costs. This extremely powerful tool is more than just a scanner app. It is an excellent QR code reader, barcode scanner, reader and creator. It supports all QR code/barcode formats, which truly makes it the ultimate choice for scanning and generating codes. As a QR code reader, it can scan a wide variety of items including QR codes, barcodes, Wi-Fi credentials, text, products, books, puzzles, documents, email addresses, locations, calendar events and business cards. It can also be used as a barcode scanner to interpret QR codes and barcodes (decode information) and as a QR code generator to create QR codes (encode and encrypt information). You can use it as a QR code reader and barcode scanner to scan promotions and coupon codes in stores to get discounts or scan barcodes to get product prices. Why choose this free QR code and barcode scanner app? 1. Supports all QR and barcode formats 2. Easy to use, secure and high performance 3. All scan history will be saved 4. Scan QR/barcode from gallery 5. Scan in dark environment with flashlight 6. No internet connection required when used as barcode scanner or QR code scanner 7. Scan promotional and coupon codes with barcode scanner feature 8. Privacy-safe; only camera permissions required How to use this QR and barcode scanner app for free? 1. Point your device's camera at a QR code or barcode 2. The app automatically recognizes, scans and decodes the barcode or QR code 3. View the results and options provided by the barcode scanner Supported QR code formats: - Website link (URL) - Text - Phone number, email, SMS - Contact details - Calendar event - Wifi - Geolocation Barcodes and QR codes supported by the barcode scanner: - Product (EAN, UPC, JAN, GTIN) - Book (ISBN) - Codabar or Codeabar - Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 - Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) - PDF417 - GS1 DataBar (RSS-14) - Aztec - Data Matrix Privacy Policy: https://qri.xcallapp.com/static/qrcodeios/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://qri.xcallapp.com/static/qrcodeios/terms_of_use.html

About

Now translator

This app breaks down language barriers with text, photo, and voice translation. It offers offline capabilities and essential phrase guides with pronunciation. Connect with the world and enrich your travels.

Highlights
  • Text translation
  • Photo translation
  • Dialog translation
  • Essential phrases with voice playback
  • Offline translation mode
Features
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Now Translator: Your Language Ally for Every Adventure Take the world by storm with Now Translator, the ultimate translation app that turns language barriers into smooth conversations. You're always ready to connect: – Text Translation Effortlessly convert any text, anytime, anywhere. Type, click, translate! – Photo Translation Point, shoot, and understand. Translate menus, signs, and more in seconds with our camera feature. – Dialog Translation Speak into your device, and get real-time translations that keep your chats flowing in any language. – Tips Your go-to for essential phrases in various situations, complete with voice playback for clear pronunciation. – Offline Mode Translate anything even when you're offline. Simplify your global journey with Now Translator. Explore, interact, and enrich your world, one phrase at a time! Access All Features: • Weekly Subscription • Yearly Subscription By using Now translator you agree to our Privacy Policy and Term of Use: Privacy Policy: https://cakecakespecial.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.cakecakespecial.com/terms If you have any question or suggestion, please feel free to contact: specialcakecake@gmail.com

Screenshots

QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read4 screens
Now translator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read at 4.3 against Now translator's 3.5. QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (63% vs 29%). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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 Code Barcode Scanner & Read sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Now translator 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 Barcode Scanner & Read holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read has 3.4K ratings behind it against 141, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read's written reviews are positive against 29% of Now translator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read ships an update every 4 days, Now translator every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read versus Now translator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Barcode Scanner & ReadNow translator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3.4K ratings) — better3.5 (141 ratings)
Positive reviews63.5% of reviews — better28.6% of reviews
Number of ratings3.4K — better141
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.5 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size142 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSinpeak Pte. Ltd.SOK NETWISE SDN. BHD.

Customer experience

QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read

All ratings3,440 ratings
Positive82.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative13.7%
Written reviews104 reviews
Positive63.5%
Neutral1.9%
Negative34.6%

Now translator

All ratings141 ratings
Positive60.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative35.5%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative68.6%

User reviews

QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read

From 3.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast scanning
  • 💡 Supports multiple scan types
  • 💡 Useful product information
  • 👍 Convenient for shopping

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't work correctly for some items
  • 🤬 Too many ads
  • 🤔 Weird notifications and messages
  • 🤬 Requires payment for full functionality

Now translator

From 141 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good application
  • 👍 Very good application

Room to improve

  • 😠 Too many ads
  • 😠 Excessive advertisements
  • 😠 Horrible app
  • 😠 Full of advertising
  • 😠 Waste of time

Bugs and requests

QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Scanning issues with certain products
  • Compatibility problems with older devices
  • Login/account problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Expand barcode/QR code scanning capabilities
  • Improve accuracy of product information
  • Reduce intrusive advertising
  • Add more customization options

Now translator

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Does not work how advertised
  • App advertised is not what is downloaded
  • App does not work
  • Ads prevent usage
  • Failed to translate
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  • Only redirects to download other apps
  • Does not contain what the commercial says
  • Does not allow seeing deleted messages

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to speak instead of typing
  • Translate screenshots

In-app purchases

5 purchases

QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Pro3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Weekly Pro$3.997 Days
  • Month Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month
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  • Yearly Pro$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$34.99
3 purchases

Now translator

Subscriptions3
  • WeeklyPro7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • YearlySale$23.991 Year
  • YearlyPro$39.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read free?
QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Now translator free?
Now translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read or Now translator?
QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read is rated higher. QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Now translator averages 3.5 from 141 ratings.
Do QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read or Now translator have ads?
Both QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read and Now translator show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read or Now translator?
QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read ships an update every 4 days, and Now translator every 2 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Barcode Scanner & Read was updated on October 20, 2026 and Now translator on October 20, 2026.

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