Comparison

Scanner QR Code & Barcode vs ScanByte

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

Head to head
About

Scanner QR Code & Barcode

Easily scan, create, and manage QR codes, barcodes, and documents. Securely encrypt your QR codes and automatically back up your scanned and created items. Organize documents into folders and share them in various formats.

Highlights
  • Secure QR code encryption
  • Automatic QR/barcode detection
  • Scan QR codes from photos
  • Create common QR codes
  • Unlimited automatic backup
  • Scan, store, and manage documents
  • Customize and share documents
Features
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► Secure QR code & barcode feature: * Create and share QR code with a secret encryption key to keep your information absolutely safe. * Easily to use for scanning all types of QR code and barcode. Our app can automatically detect and scan any code without press any buttons. You can also scan the QR Code in the photos gallery. * Easily to find products after scanning the barcode. * Easily create common QR codes and barcodes in daily life such as: phone number, email, wifi, social network.... * Unlimited automatic backup of all QR codes and barcodes you scan or create during use, especially with favorites you can easily manage and reuse important QR codes. ► Document scanning feature: * Easily scan, store and manage your documents as folders. * Easily customize and share documents in multiple formats ► Subscription Information: * Free trial period is provided * Payment will be charged to 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 * Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan * Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase * Any unused portion of the free trial will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription ► Privacy Policy: * Our Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/policy-scan-qr-barcode/trang-ch%E1%BB%A7 ► Terms of Use (EULA): * Our Term of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/terms-secure-scan-qr-barcode/trang-ch%E1%BB%A7
 ► Contact us: * If you have any problems, please contact us by Email: support.app@giaquangphat.work

About

ScanByte

Features
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ScanByte is a practical QR code and barcode scanner for everyday use. Scan common codes, view useful results, look up available product or book information, keep useful results in local history, and create codes when you need them. SCAN AND ACT Scan QR codes and supported barcodes, then use the result for common actions such as opening links, viewing text, connecting to Wi-Fi, or working with contact and message information. PRODUCT AND BOOK LOOKUP For supported product barcodes and ISBNs, ScanByte can request available product or book details from online data sources. Coverage depends on the code and available external information. LOCAL HISTORY AND FAVORITES Reopen useful scan results without scanning again. Your in-app history and favorites are stored locally on your device. CREATE QR CODES AND BARCODES Create QR codes for websites, Wi-Fi, text, contacts and messages. Generate supported barcode formats, then save or share the result. SIMPLE BY DESIGN No account is required and there are no ads. Language, appearance, privacy information and support are available from Settings. Some lookup features require an internet connection and depend on third-party data availability.

Screenshots

Scanner QR Code & Barcode3 screens
ScanByte4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Scanner QR Code & Barcode at 13.0 against ScanByte's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Scanner QR Code & Barcode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and ScanByte sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Scanner QR Code & Barcode versus ScanByte: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanner QR Code & BarcodeScanByte
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (35 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings35 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGIA QUANG PHAT JOINT STOCK COMPANY艳青 林

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Scanner QR Code & Barcode

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Premium Weekly7 Days trial$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$7.99
2 purchases

ScanByte

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Scanner QR Code & Barcode free?
Scanner QR Code & Barcode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanByte free?
ScanByte is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Scanner QR Code & Barcode or ScanByte have ads?
Neither Scanner QR Code & Barcode nor ScanByte shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scanner QR Code & Barcode or ScanByte?
Scanner QR Code & Barcode ships an update fortnightly, and ScanByte fortnightly. Most recently, Scanner QR Code & Barcode was updated on September 22, 2026 and ScanByte on October 11, 2026.

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