# QR Code Reader vs QRReader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QRReader at 100% against QR Code Reader's 30%. QRReader also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). QR Code Reader's advantage is rating (3.9 vs 3.6) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and QRReader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 5 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 30% of QR Code Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of QRReader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

QR Code Reader ships an update monthly, QRReader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader | QRReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-qr-scanner/id1600442239/reviews)** | [3.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrreader-barcode-and-qr-scanner/id6451081395/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 30.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 75 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [皓 季](https://appshunter.io/developer/1646402788) | [上海聚鹏科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1164858988) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-qr-scanner/id1600442239)

Easily scan barcodes and QR codes containing URLs, contact details, emails, and more. This app also allows you to generate your own QR codes quickly and efficiently. Share scanned information via email or social media.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Generate custom QR codes, Real-time scanning, Share scanned data, Automatic detection

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly member | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly member Deals | $7.49 | per 7 days |
| Quarterly member | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual membership | $9.99 | one-time |


### QRReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrreader-barcode-and-qr-scanner/id6451081395)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to quickly access information. Create and share your own QR codes, and archive your scan history. An optional premium upgrade unlocks all features and future updates.

**Highlights:** QR Code Scanner, Barcode Scanner, Create QR Codes, Share QR Codes, Auto Scan, CSV Export, Scan History Archive

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Membership | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime premium membership | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader free?

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

### Is QRReader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader or QRReader?

QR Code Reader is rated higher. QR Code Reader averages 3.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while QRReader averages 3.6 from 5 ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader or QRReader have ads?

Both QR Code Reader and QRReader show ads.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader or QRReader?

QR Code Reader ships an update monthly, and QRReader fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code Reader was updated on October 16, 2026 and QRReader on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*