# QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan vs QR Maker

QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan and QR Maker both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of QR Maker's written reviews are positive against 23% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan's. QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (7.6K vs 150). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and QR Maker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. 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 Reader, Barcode Scan against 4.6 for QR Maker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan has 7.6K ratings behind it against 150, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 23% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan's written reviews are positive against 80% of QR Maker's.

QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan ships an update weekly, QR Maker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan | QR Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (7.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-barcode-scan/id1615788517/reviews) | **[4.6 (150 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-maker-qr-code-generator/id6480269610/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.6K** | 150 |
| Positive reviews | 22.9% of reviews | **79.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 54 MB | 145 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Essa Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1773623663) | [SADIQUL AMIN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1738600824) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-barcode-scan/id1615788517)

Instantly scan QR codes, barcodes, and even product photos. This app simplifies everyday tasks like accessing menus, connecting to Wi-Fi, or checking prices. It also allows you to create your own QR codes and convert documents to PDFs.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Scan product photos for online search, Generate custom QR codes, Convert documents to PDF, Instant Wi-Fi connection, Access URLs and contacts

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR & Barcode Reader, Generator | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Code Scanner х QR Generator | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| The QR Reader х QR Generator | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Scanner App | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| QR & Barcode Reader, Generator | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Quarterly Subscription | $17.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 Months Pro Subscription | $18.99 | per 3 months |
| Good Scanner | $23.99 | per year |
| Pro access to the app | $23.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited Pass+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Forever | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and fast
- 🚀 Excellent scanning performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Lack of transparency on pricing
- 🐛 Unreliable functionality
- 🚫 Forced to pay to use basic features

**Reported bugs**

- Barcode scanning not working properly
- Internal errors when using the app

**Requested features**

- Ability to save scanned barcode images
- Option to cancel subscription


### QR Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-maker-qr-code-generator/id6480269610)

Easily generate and customize QR codes for various purposes, including social media, business, and WiFi. This app also features a powerful scanner and allows for advanced design options like GIF QR codes and custom templates.

**Highlights:** Create QR codes for links, social media, WiFi, and more, Access 250+ design templates, Design custom templates with logos and colors, Create animated GIF QR codes, Restyle existing QR codes, Scan multiple QR codes in batch mode, Built-in QR code and barcode scanner

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month | $2.99 | per month |
| One Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| One Year | $9.99 | per year |
| One Year | $19.99 | per year |
| Life Time Purchase Plan | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- ✨ Great app
- 🤩 Awesome
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🎨 Customizable QR codes

**What reviewers complain about**

- ♿️ Poor accessibility options
- 🐛 Template can't load
- 🐛 Server issues
- 🐛 Too many bugs
- 🐛 Wifi created is useless

**Reported bugs**

- 1st page can't download anything
- Server issues
- Force to give rating
- Wifi created is useless, too many bugs
- App no longer makes QR codes from web link or scan

**Requested features**

- Template options in the future
- Future advances
- More features in the future
- Template options in the future


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan free?

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

### Is QR Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan or QR Maker?

QR Maker is rated higher. QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while QR Maker averages 4.6 from 150 ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan or QR Maker have ads?

Neither QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan nor QR Maker shows ads.

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

QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan ships an update weekly, and QR Maker fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code Reader, Barcode Scan was updated on September 22, 2026 and QR Maker on September 20, 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.*