Comparison

QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader vs PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer

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

PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer

Transform your phone into a powerful AI-enhanced document scanner. Effortlessly scan, convert images to PDF, extract text with OCR, and digitally sign documents. Organize and share your files instantly, making it ideal for work, school, or daily tasks.

Highlights
  • AI-enhanced document scanning
  • OCR text extraction
  • Digital document signing
  • PDF creation and conversion
  • Automatic edge detection and correction
  • Secure document organization
  • Multiple export options
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a fast, powerful AI-enhanced PDF scanner. Smart Scan: PDF Scanner lets you scan any document using your camera, convert images to PDF, extract text with OCR, sign docs, and organize everything instantly. Perfect for work, school, travel, or everyday tasks. Smart Scan makes document scanning fast, accurate, and effortless. Scan Anything in Seconds Use your camera to scan documents, photos, receipts, ID cards, forms, contracts, notes, and more. Smart Scan automatically detects edges, fixes perspective, and produces clean, high-quality PDFs. AI-Powered OCR (Text Scanner) Convert any photo or image into real text. Extract key information, copy instantly, search your document, or share as needed. OCR turns a simple scan into a fully usable digital document. PDF Converter & Creator Easily turn camera scans or imported images into a PDF. Merge pages, reorder, rotate, and create new documents on the fly. Your phone becomes a complete PDF creator and converter. Document Signing (Sign PDFs Instantly) Add your signature to any doc or PDF using your finger or saved signature. Perfect for contracts, agreements, forms, ID verification, and more. Your device is now a portable doc sign tool. Fast, Clean, Free to Use Smart Scan is designed for speed and simplicity: Fast camera scanning Fast OCR Fast PDF export Free essential tools Clean iOS-style interface No clutter — just a fast, reliable scanner. Organize Your Documents Store your scans securely in one place. Rename, reorder, or share your PDFs, images, receipts, IDs, and signed docs. Everything stays easy to find and ready when you need it. Perfect For Work, School & Everyday Life Smart Scan is ideal for: Students Professionals Freelancers Real estate, legal, medical Anyone who needs a fast PDF scanner with OCR and signing Share Anywhere Export your scanned PDFs or images to: Email, Files, Drive, iCloud, messaging apps, or any PDF reader. PREMIUM Weekly Subscription with Free Trial: Experience all premium features with a free trial period, then continue with a weekly subscription. Monthly Subscription: Unlock all premium features and save with a monthly subscription. Yearly Subscription: Unlock all premium features and save with an annual subscription. INCLUDES: Unlimited scans Handwritten text recognition OCR Ad-free experience Unlimited exports Batch scan multiple documents Digital signatures Export to PDF, JPG, PNG AI-powered edge detection Remove shadows & imperfections Share via email, print Priority customer support SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Payment charged to iTunes at confirmation Auto-renews unless turned off 24h before renewal Manage subscriptions in Account Settings PRIVACY FIRST No tracking, no data collection GDPR & CCPA compliant SUPPORT Email: support@4onstudios.com Privacy: https://www.4onstudios.com/privacy-policy/ Terms: https://www.4onstudios.com/terms-of-service/

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer at 5.0 against QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader's 4.3. QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (84 vs 15). 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 PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader has 84 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 97% of QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader ships an update every 5 days, PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader versus PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Scanner*Barcode ReaderPDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (84 ratings)5.0 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews97.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings84 — better15
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDonia aly hamedUka Osim

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%

PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer

All ratings15 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 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
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  • 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
3 purchases

PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer

Subscriptions3
  • PDF Editor - Week3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • PDF Editor - Month$12.991 Month
  • PDF Editor - Year$44.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer free?
PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader or PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer?
PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer is rated higher. QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader averages 4.3 out of 5 from 84 ratings, while PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer averages 5.0 from 15 ratings.
Do QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader or PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer have ads?
Neither QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader nor PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader or PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer?
QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader ships an update every 5 days, and PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer every 2 months. Most recently, QR Code Scanner*Barcode Reader was updated on September 19, 2026 and PDF Editor‐Converter & Viewer on August 14, 2026.

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