# QR Code vs Scan

QR Code and Scan both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Scan's written reviews are positive against 33% of QR Code's. QR Code's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (13K vs 238). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Scan sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for QR Code against 4.5 for Scan. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code has 13K ratings behind it against 238, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of QR Code's written reviews are positive against 100% of Scan's.

QR Code ships an update every 9 days, Scan every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code | Scan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-and-generator/id1602955453/reviews) | [4.5 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 238 |
| Positive reviews | 32.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 204 MB | 228 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ruslan Kucheriavyi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780776110) | [Flex App Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1665600905) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-and-generator/id1602955453)

Scan any QR code or barcode instantly with your phone's camera. Generate custom QR codes for various purposes like opening URLs, accessing Wi-Fi, or sharing contact information. Personalize your generated codes with colors and social media icons.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Generate custom QR codes, Create Wi-Fi, Email, URL, Phone QRs, Customize QR code design, Scan from media library, Share and print QR codes

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Discount Premium access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| weekly premium access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly premium access | $14.99 | per month |
| Year premium access | $29.99 | per year |
| Year premium access | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- 💡 Useful QR code features
- 🤝 Helpful customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive premium version
- 📢 Intrusive ads and upsells
- 🔒 Lack of transparency around subscriptions

**Reported bugs**

- Login/registration issues
- QR code scanning not working as expected
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Unexpected charges and billing problems

**Requested features**

- Ability to cancel subscriptions easily
- More affordable pricing options
- Improved stability and reliability
- Better customer support channels


### Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786)

This app provides high-precision scanning for all major 1D and 2D barcode and QR code formats. It offers features like batch scanning, code creation, and organized library management for business and personal use.

**Highlights:** Instant QR and barcode recognition, Batch scan mode for multiple codes, Organized library with folders, QR code generator, Tagging system for scans, Offline mode access, Data export options

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get Unlimited Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 👍 Easy and simple to use
- 🚫 No ads or distractions
- 🌍 Works everywhere, even internationally
- 💡 Reliable and never lets users down


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code free?

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

### Is Scan free?

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

### Which has better reviews, QR Code or Scan?

QR Code and Scan are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 13K and 238 ratings respectively.

### Do QR Code or Scan have ads?

Neither QR Code nor Scan shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code or Scan?

QR Code ships an update every 9 days, and Scan every 5 days. Most recently, QR Code was updated on September 25, 2026 and Scan on September 22, 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.*