Comparison

QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader vs Mobile Guard

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader

Instantly scan and generate QR codes and barcodes. This app supports various code types, works offline, and allows for bulk creation. It's a fast and free solution for shopping, business, and everyday information sharing.

Highlights
  • Fast QR code scanning
  • Barcode reading (UPC, EAN, ISBN)
  • Custom QR code generation
  • Barcode creation
  • Offline functionality
  • Bulk code creation
  • Share generated codes
Features
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Fast, free QR Code scanner and barcode reader for iPhone and iPad. Instantly scan QR codes, UPC, EAN, ISBN and more, then generate custom QR codes and barcodes in seconds. No ads, works offline, and supports bulk creation. Perfect for shopping, menus, reviews, and business use. Enjoy a lightweight, lightning‑fast QR Code Reader & Barcode Maker. Scan any QR code or barcode quickly, generate QR codes for URLs, contacts, Wi‑Fi, and more, and share instantly. Free to use on iPhone & iPad with no ads and offline capability. With its lightweight UI/UX and super-fast processing speed, this qr code scanner for iphone is one of the best solutions for you not only to scan barcode but also can act as a qr generator and barcode maker. A barcode is a series of lines that represent data about a product. You can read it using a free barcode reader or bar code scanner that decodes the lines to find the product information. On the other hand, a QR code is a square-shaped pattern that stores data like website links or contact details. You can read it with a smartphone camera using a free qr code reader for iphone or ipad. Barcodes are useful for tracking inventory in stores, while QR codes are great for sharing website links or contact information easily. You can create a barcode using specific software, and you can make a QR code using an online qr code maker or you can just use our QR code generator. Barcodes and qr codes make life easier. QR reader for iphone helps us find things quickly and pay without cash. No more writing things down or slow payments. With a quick scan from a fast scanner, these codes give us information fast. We can track packages, see what's in stores, and pay for things easily. QR codes also help us online. With the help of a qr code reader for iphone, they take us to websites and videos. Let’s see how our qr code reader for ipad which can create barcode offers us: Usability This qr scanner app quickly reads QR codes and barcodes. It helps you find information fast when you need it. Open the app and point the camera at the code. It works for any code, even if it's on a screen or paper. This qr code reader for ipad free app shows what's in the code right away. You don't have to wait, making it easy to get things done fast. You don't need to do anything hard to make it work. It's ready to use without any extra steps. You can use it without any trouble. It's made to be simple and helpful for all your scanning. Versatility Our qr scan app has a special ability to work with many types of QR codes and barcodes which is a highlight of our app’s exceptional performance and reliability. It can interpret different types of information like website addresses, contact numbers, product prices, and essential data concealed within the codes. This qr scanner for iphone quickly scan qr code and displays the hidden information contained within the codes. Code Creation and Sharing The app quickly reads QR codes and barcodes, making it easy to find information fast. Moreover, our app doesn't just stop at scanning; It also helps you make your own QR codes easily, allowing you to share your information conveniently. If you want a simple app to create QR codes, you should give our app a try, making it effortless for you to share important details. In just a few simple steps, you can enter the data and generate codes within seconds. You can also send the codes you make to anyone online with just a few clicks via our qr and barcode reader. Link Handling and Sharing You can quickly scan code and open any scanned links with this app which makes it simple to access relevant information. Terms of Use : https://sparkmobi.net/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy : https://sparkmobi.net/privacy-policy/

About

Mobile Guard

This app helps protect your internet connection and personal information by alerting you to suspicious activity and preventing intrusions. It offers features like data breach checks, system security, ad blocking, and secure storage for photos and contacts.

Highlights
  • Data Breach Check
  • System Security
  • Secure AdBlock
  • Secret Photo Vault
  • Private Contact Storage
  • Cybersecurity Advices
Features
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Mobile Guard Security Checker is a powerful tool to secure and protect your internet connection. Keep your personal information safe. Be alerted when any suspicious activity occurs, and prevent intrusion. Anytime. Anywhere. Manage the cyber security of your phone yourself. Our application will help you. Mobile Guard Security Checker includes: * Data Breach Check. * System Security. * Secure AdBlock. * Secret Photo Vault. * Private Contact Storage. * Cybersecurity Advices. Start taking care of your device and optimize it today! Premium access: With Premium Access you get unlimited access to all the features Mobile Guard has in stock. Premium access conditions: * FREE for the first 3 days, then $8.99 per week. * FREE for the first 3 days, then $79.99 per year. * Payment will be charged to iTunes Account after trial period is over. * 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, and identify the cost of the renewal. * Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase. * Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://pages.flycricket.io/mobile-guard-securi-1/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://pages.flycricket.io/mobile-guard-securi-1/terms.html

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader at 4.3 against Mobile Guard's 3.6. QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (84 vs 23). On price, review sentiment, 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. QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Mobile Guard sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 84 and 23 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 97% of QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mobile Guard's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader ships an update every 5 days, Mobile Guard every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader versus Mobile Guard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Scanner*Barcode ReaderMobile Guard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (84 ratings) — better3.6 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews97.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings84 — better23
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDonia aly hamediSolufy LLC

Customer experience

QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader

All ratings70 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive97.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.0%

Mobile Guard

All ratings23 ratings
Positive65.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative34.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

12 purchases

QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader

Subscriptions11
  • Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium$4.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader3 Days trial$4.997 Days
Show 8 more
  • QR Code Reader$6.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Premium1 Year trial$89.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$49.99
2 purchases

Mobile Guard

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Access Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Access3 Days trial$79.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mobile Guard free?
Mobile Guard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader or Mobile Guard?
QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader is rated higher. QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader averages 4.3 out of 5 from 84 ratings, while Mobile Guard averages 3.6 from 23 ratings.
Do QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader or Mobile Guard have ads?
Neither QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader nor Mobile Guard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader or Mobile Guard?
QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader ships an update every 5 days, and Mobile Guard every 2 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader was updated on September 19, 2026 and Mobile Guard on September 8, 2026.

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