Comparison

QR Reader for iPhone vs The QR Code Reader & Generator

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

The QR Code Reader & Generator

Easily read and generate any QR code, including those for social media profiles and Wi-Fi. Customize your codes and utilize batch scanning to enhance productivity. This app offers a simple yet comprehensive solution for all your QR code needs.

Highlights
  • Read any QR code
  • Create any QR code link
  • Generate social media QR codes
  • Customize QR code appearance
  • Batch scan multiple QR codes
  • Enhance productivity and organization
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Create the QR codes that EVERYONE can scan and use. With the most simple and complete app on the store, you open a world of possibilities with ease of use on the QR code world. With the QR Code Reader & Generator app you can: - Read ANY QR code - Create any QR code link - Create QR code for your SOCIAL MEDIA, Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok... - Share QR with anyone, anytime - Customize your QR code - Scan MULTIPLES QR codes with batch scan feature - Enhance your productivity and organization What QR Codes you can create: - Links to your favorite websites - Your WIFI - Your Instagram profile - Your companies profile - Your Tik Tok profile - Your Facebook profile - Your Facebook page Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoy the app!

Screenshots

QR Reader for iPhone4 screens
The QR Code Reader & Generator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: QR Reader for iPhone at 1.4M against The QR Code Reader & Generator's 65. QR Reader for iPhone also leads on chart position (#51 vs unranked). The QR Code Reader & Generator's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (11.2 vs 16.0). On price, rating, 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 Reader for iPhone sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and The QR Code Reader & Generator sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. 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 4.8 for The QR Code Reader & Generator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Reader for iPhone has 1.4M ratings behind it against 65, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, The QR Code Reader & Generator monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
QR Reader for iPhone versus The QR Code Reader & Generator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader for iPhoneThe QR Code Reader & Generator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.4M ratings)4.8 (65 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.4M — better65
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#51 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.011.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size387 MB48 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTapMedia LtdAfter Dark Apps

Customer experience

QR Reader for iPhone

All ratings1,426,649 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews3,069 reviews
Positive77.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative19.4%

The QR Code Reader & Generator

All ratings65 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral4.6%
Negative3.1%

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

The QR Code Reader & Generator

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
9 purchases

The QR Code Reader & Generator

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Version - Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Pro Version - Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Pro Version - Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Pro Version - Yearly3 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time5
  • Pro - Unlock all features2 variants$3.99
  • Pro - Unlock all features$7.99
  • Pro - Unlock all features$12.99
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  • Pro - Unlock all features$49.99
  • Pro - Unlock all features$59.99

Questions

Is QR Reader for iPhone free?
QR Reader for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The QR Code Reader & Generator free?
The QR Code Reader & Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader for iPhone or The QR Code Reader & Generator?
The QR Code Reader & Generator is rated higher. QR Reader for iPhone averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4M ratings, while The QR Code Reader & Generator averages 4.8 from 65 ratings.
Do QR Reader for iPhone or The QR Code Reader & Generator have ads?
Both QR Reader for iPhone and The QR Code Reader & Generator show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader for iPhone or The QR Code Reader & Generator?
QR Reader for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, and The QR Code Reader & Generator monthly. Most recently, QR Reader for iPhone was updated on September 24, 2026 and The QR Code Reader & Generator on June 1, 2026.

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