Comparison

QR Reader for iPhone vs Scanner QR & Barcode reader

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader for iPhone

This app functions as a versatile scanner, capable of reading QR codes, barcodes, business cards, and documents. It also allows for the creation of custom QR codes and provides features like auto-detect scanning and website security checks.

Highlights
  • QR code and barcode scanning
  • Document and business card scanning
  • Puzzle scanning
  • Database scanning
  • NFC scanning
  • QR code creation
Features
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The number #1 QR Code & Barcode Scanner worldwide — Download now for FREE! ◆ OVER 100 MILLION USERS ◆ All-in-one AI scanner: scan QR codes, barcodes, documents, urls, puzzles and business cards. PRODUCTS - Instant Product Search: Scan products to find prices, deals, coupons, recipes, and related Wikipedia articles or videos in seconds. HEALTH -Health & Ingredient Impact: Scan food and personal care products to instantly analyze ingredients and see their overall health impact.* EXPIRY TRACKER - Save Money & Reduce Waste: Track expiry dates for your groceries and household products. Get timely notifications before items go bad! PDF & DOCUMENT SCANNER - Smart Document Scanner: Turn your iPhone into a digital scanner with automatic edge detection and visual cleanup filters. - Sign, Annotate & Redact: Easily sign contracts, mark up notes, or blackout sensitive information. - AI Assistance: Chat with your documents! Search keywords, run OCR, summarize, translate, or rewrite text instantly. - Study & Learn: Turn any scanned document or textbook into quizzes and flashcards in seconds. CREATE & SHARE -Custom QR Generator: Create personalized QR codes and barcodes, then export them in high-resolution PNG or SVG formats. - Instant Sharing: Share results seamlessly via Email, Messages, Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, X, and more. ADVANCED TOOLS - Database Scanner: Export and stream scanned barcode data directly to your server or API. - Business Card Scanner: Automatically capture and save business contacts directly to your phone. - CSV Data Export: Easily export your entire scan history to CSV files for seamless tracking and organization. PLAY - Puzzle & Game Scanner: Scan, solve, and play interactive puzzles. SAFETY FIRST - Link Previews: Preview and approve website links before opening them. --------------- TAPMEDIA ONE SUBSCRIPTION Provides full access to the TapMedia ONE app bundle for the duration of the subscription. Subscription Length: Monthly (includes a 3 day free trial). DATABASE SCANNER SUBSCRIPTION Provides unrestricted access to Database Scanner features for the duration of the subscription. Subscription Length: Monthly (includes a 3 day free trial). TERMS & RENEWAL DETAILS: Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, identifying the cost of the renewal. You can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. All prices are subject to change without notification. Promotional pricing is temporary and cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. To avoid being charged, cancel your subscription at least 24 hours before the trial or current billing period ends via your iTunes Account settings: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm --------------- *Health insights for informational purposes only; not medical or dietary advice.

About

Scanner QR & Barcode reader

Instantly scan all types of barcodes and QR codes with rapid recognition and results. Access detailed product information, video tutorials, and generate your own QR codes for various data types. Offers premium features for enhanced scanning capabilities.

Highlights
  • Scan all barcode and QR code types
  • Automatic code type recognition
  • Fast scan results
  • Access product details and video tutorials
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Scan codes from photos
  • Sort search results by price
Features
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Download NOW and: - instantly SCAN all types of bar codes and QR codes in just one tap! - automatically RECOGNIZE the type of code you are trying to scan - get the scan RESULT in less then 1 second (!). Scan QR – the app that pays for itself after the first purchase! You will GET MORE than a simple item description: - type of information encoded: link, web page, products, cards, video, event and more … - product details with a brief description of product and more … - video tutorials for different products, games, apps and more … Scan QR support both barcodes and QR codes, which encode URLs, contact details, calendar events or emails, or any kind of data. You can also easily generate your own QR code from contact, website URL, email address, phone number, SMS, or any text given. Features: - Scan all types of commercial barcodes: UPC, EAN, ISBN etc. - Scan Barcodes & QR codes from photos in your Photo Roll - Scan or create QR Codes for texts, URLs, contact details, calendar events, emails, messages and map locations. - Perform all the actions related to the QR scanned data without quitting the app - LED light option while scanning - Vibrate and/or Beep to let you know scan succeed - Sort the barcode search results by price, or by site - Directly type in the barcode instead of scanning - Save your favorite products for future reference - Share product links ***Note: The Free version may be subject to limitations, which are subject to change*** Take advantage of the Premium Features: - Contact Info - Facebook Profile - Twitter Profile - Vkontakte Profile - LinkedIn Profile - Geoposition - Dropbox file link Our standard subscription options are: * 1-year Subscription with a 3-day trial *Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. You can cancel your subscription in the iTunes settings at least 24- hours before the end of the free trial period. Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase and upon commencement of each renewal term. *Please note: any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. *You can cancel a free trial or subscription anytime by cancelling your subscription through your iTunes account settings. This must be done 24 hours before the end of a free trial or subscription period to avoid being charged. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period, and you will be downgraded to the free service. For complete access to all Scanner QR features, you will need to allow access to the following: *Camera – so that you can scan QR and Barcodes; *Photos – for you to be able to scan QR and barcodes in your existing pics. EULA: https://datacomprojects.com/api/Eula?bid=com.datacompro.iscanqrfree Privacy Policy: https://datacomprojects.com/api/PrivacyPolicy?bid=com.datacompro.iscanqrfree For all your suggestions and issues please use the feedback form in the Settings menu. We are glad to help you as soon as it is possible!

Screenshots

QR Reader for iPhone4 screens
Scanner QR & Barcode reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: QR Reader for iPhone at 1.4M against Scanner QR & Barcode reader's 321. QR Reader for iPhone also leads on chart position (#48 vs unranked) and review sentiment (78% vs 68%). Scanner QR & Barcode reader's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 Reader for iPhone sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Scanner QR & Barcode reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $10.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for QR Reader for iPhone against 4.6 for Scanner QR & Barcode reader. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Reader for iPhone has 1.4M ratings behind it against 321, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of QR Reader for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 68% of Scanner QR & Barcode reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, Scanner QR & Barcode reader every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
QR Reader for iPhone versus Scanner QR & Barcode reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader for iPhoneScanner QR & Barcode reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.4M ratings) — better4.6 (321 ratings)
Positive reviews77.6% of reviews — better68.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.4M — better321
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#48 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size387 MB65 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTapMedia LtdAttribute

Customer experience

QR Reader for iPhone

All ratings1,426,649 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews3,073 reviews
Positive77.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative19.4%

Scanner QR & Barcode reader

All ratings321 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral1.9%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive68.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative28.0%

Bugs and requests

QR Reader for iPhone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Freezing or crashing issues
  • Incompatibility with older devices
  • Thumbnail issues and unwanted app attachments

Requested features

5 requests
  • Create QR codes
  • Add contact information to phone
  • Improve PDF handling
  • Fix puzzle scanning feature
  • Add dark mode option

Scanner QR & Barcode reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QR Reader for iPhone

Subscriptions3
  • Database Scanner (1 month)7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • QR Reader PRO (one-time fee)$2.99
1 purchases

Scanner QR & Barcode reader

Subscriptions1
  • 12 month Of Premium with trial3 Days trial$10.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Reader for iPhone free?
QR Reader for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scanner QR & Barcode reader free?
Scanner QR & Barcode reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader for iPhone or Scanner QR & Barcode reader?
QR Reader for iPhone is rated higher. QR Reader for iPhone averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4M ratings, while Scanner QR & Barcode reader averages 4.6 from 321 ratings.
Do QR Reader for iPhone or Scanner QR & Barcode reader have ads?
Both QR Reader for iPhone and Scanner QR & Barcode reader show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader for iPhone or Scanner QR & Barcode reader?
QR Reader for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, and Scanner QR & Barcode reader every 4 months. Most recently, QR Reader for iPhone was updated on September 26, 2026 and Scanner QR & Barcode reader on September 1, 2026.

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