# Barcode Generator +++ vs QR

Barcode Generator +++ and QR both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of QR's written reviews are positive against 25% of Barcode Generator +++'s. QR also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Barcode Generator +++'s advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (230 vs 30). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Barcode Generator +++ sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and QR sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 Barcode Generator +++ against 4.6 for QR. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode Generator +++ has 230 ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 25% of Barcode Generator +++'s written reviews are positive against 100% of QR's.

Barcode Generator +++ ships an update every 9 days, QR monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Barcode Generator +++ | QR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (230 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-generator-plus-plus-plus/id1608123183/reviews) | **[4.6 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-qr-code-reader/id6451383518/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **230** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 121 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [INVENTO ONE PRIVATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1601427564) | [Tushar Bavishi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647806687) |

## What reviewers say

### Barcode Generator +++

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-generator-plus-plus-plus/id1608123183)

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various purposes. Connect to Wi-Fi, access discounts, and share links instantly. Supports all major formats and saves scan history.

**Highlights:** QR code and barcode scanning, QR code and barcode generation, Scan Wi-Fi QR codes to connect, Scan promotion and coupon codes, Supports all QR & barcode formats, Scan history saved, Price scanner for online comparison

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR code premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| QR code premium | $5.69 | per 7 days |
| QR code premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| QR code premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| QR code premium | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| QR code premium | $9.99 | per month |
| App bundle | $9.99 | per month |
| QR code premium | $10.49 | per month |
| QR code premium | $12.99 | per month |
| QR code premium | $12.99 | per month |
| QR code premium | $13.99 | per month |
| QR code premium | $19.99 | per month |
| QR code premium | $24.99 | per year |
| QR code premium | $24.99 | per year |
| QR code premium | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Makes organizing products easier
- 👍 Excellent product
- 👍 Great barcode app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Scanning and generating easy and fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Costs money after trial
- 🐛 Incorrect barcode generation
- 💸 Subscription required for features
- 💸 Misleading free trial
- 💸 Charged immediately, no trial

**Reported bugs**

- UPC-A generation fails
- Code 93 scanning doesn't work
- Barcode generator produces incorrect barcodes
- App doesn't show premium pop-up
- Cannot cancel subscription

**Requested features**

- Add contact us/tech support information
- Improve printer locating functionality


### QR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-qr-code-reader/id6451383518)

This utility app allows users to quickly scan and generate various types of QR codes and barcodes. It supports multiple code formats for product scanning, ticket verification, and creating custom codes for links, WiFi, and more. The app is free to use and works offline.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly, Generate custom QR codes, Supports UPC, Data Matrix, PDF417, EAN, and 2D codes, Works as a product price scanner, Ticket scanner functionality, Offline scanning capability

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR Code Reader, QR Scanner Pro | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Barcode Scanner,QR Code Reader | $4.99 | per month |
| QR Scan,QR & Barcode Reader | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Barcode Generator +++ free?

Barcode Generator +++ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Barcode Generator +++ or QR?

QR is rated higher. Barcode Generator +++ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 230 ratings, while QR averages 4.6 from 30 ratings.

### Do Barcode Generator +++ or QR have ads?

Neither Barcode Generator +++ nor QR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Barcode Generator +++ or QR?

Barcode Generator +++ ships an update every 9 days, and QR monthly. Most recently, Barcode Generator +++ was updated on October 10, 2026 and QR on October 6, 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.*