Comparison

ScanBar vs QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone

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

Head to head
About

ScanBar

This app transforms your device into a versatile scanner for barcodes and QR codes. Easily track product prices, save scanned information like links and Wi-Fi details, and generate your own QR codes. It prioritizes user privacy with iCloud backup and no data collection.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning and price tracking
  • QR code scanning and saving
  • QR code generation
  • Personal product database
  • iCloud backup
  • Privacy-focused data handling
Features
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ScanBar turns your iPhone and iPad into a powerful barcode and QR code scanner — built for everyday life. Scan any barcode to save products, track prices, and compare where you shop. Scan QR codes to instantly access links, texts, Wi-Fi networks, and more — then save them for later. No more losing that coupon code or forgetting which store had the best price. BARCODE SCANNER & PRICE TRACKER - Scan product barcodes and save them with prices - Add the store or market where you bought each item - Compare prices across different stores at a glance - Build your personal product and grocery database QR CODE READER & SAVER - Scan QR codes instantly — links, text, Wi-Fi, contacts, and more - Save your scans and access them anytime - No need to rush — scan now, open later QR CODE GENERATOR - Create your own QR codes from links, text, or contacts - Share them with anyone, instantly BUILT FOR YOUR PRIVACY - iCloud backup keeps your data synced across all your devices - No data collected — your scans stay yours - Lightweight and fast — under 6 MB FREE TO USE - Unlimited barcode and QR code scanning - Save up to 3 QR codes, 3 products, and 2 stores - Create up to 2 QR codes - Upgrade to ScanBar Pro for unlimited everything Whether you're comparing grocery prices, saving discount coupons, or capturing QR codes on the go — ScanBar is the only scanner you need.

About

QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone

This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera. It also allows you to create and share unlimited QR codes for various information types and includes a 2FA authenticator for enhanced security.

Highlights
  • Automatic QR/barcode detection
  • Create and share unlimited QR codes
  • 2FA authenticator
  • Batch scanning
  • Scan history with iCloud backup
  • App lock for security
  • Customizable QR code colors
Features
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QR Reader is the best & fastest free QR code/barcode scanner & QR code creator for both iPhone and iPad! By using your phone's or pad's camera, QR reader will automatically scan and recognize the information of the QR code or barcode and supports all major barcode and QR code formats, even includes 2FA authenticator. With QR Reader app, you can also create & share unlimited QR codes anytime as you want. 【Key Features】 -Easy to Use QR code reader and barcode scanner can automatically detect and scan any code. You can also scan the QR code or barcode in the image gallery. If you are in a low-light environment, the flashlight supports you to scan and read QR codes and barcode. QR reader supports full iOS 15, and iPhone XR/XS/XS Max/11/11 Pro. -Create QR Code & Share QR Reader app helps you create unlimited QR codes, such as Weblink, text, vcard, phone number, email adress, SMS, WIFI, Geo Location and Calendar, etc. You can share QR code reader and scanner results via WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, WeChat, Line, E-mail, SMS, etc. -Support Batch Scan We provide a convenient and fast batch scanning function, if you have a lot of QR codes/barcodes to scan, you can use this function to improve the scanning speed. -Provide 2FA Authenticator for All Your Accounts Two Factor Authentication is a proven security guarantee against a wide range of cyber attacks. You can scan the QR code and get verification codes with our app for all your web accounts. -Scan Multiple Types Quickly and securely scan many types of QR codes and barcodes, such as Weblink, text, WiFi, contact, ISBN, and product, etc. If the result of scan is a Website link, you can click the URL to jump to the webpage. If it's a wifi QR code, this app will automatically connect to it without the password. If the result of scan is a product, you can choose to search and get some detail information. And you can also compare prices with online ones to save money. -View and Retrieve Scan History All your results of scan will be included in the scan history and sorted by category. Our app also supports iCloud backup. And these results of scan can also be exported as a CVS file. You can choose to turn on the history option, so that even if you change the phone, you can retrieve the scanned history. -APP Lock You can set a separate secure password for your own QR Code Reader app to protect your personal app security. -Customize QR Code Color Available to set different colors for your QR code. Download QR reader to scan QR codes and barcodes!

Screenshots

ScanBar4 screens
QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone at 5.0 against ScanBar's 4.7. QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). ScanBar's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. ScanBar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScanBar ships an update every 2 months, QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on July 3, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
ScanBar versus QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanBarQR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB14 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperRaphael MonteiroAppsy Digital

Customer experience

ScanBar

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ScanBar

One-time1
  • BarScan Scanner Pro$1.99
2 purchases

QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone

One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium$2.99
  • Lifetime VIP Premium$7.99

Questions

Is ScanBar free?
ScanBar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone free?
QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScanBar or QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone?
QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone is rated higher. ScanBar averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do ScanBar or QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone have ads?
Neither ScanBar nor QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScanBar or QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone?
ScanBar ships an update every 2 months, and QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone fortnightly. Most recently, ScanBar was updated on July 3, 2026 and QR. Barcode Scanner for iPhone on September 19, 2026.

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