Comparison

QR Reader for iPhone vs QR Scanner

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

QR Scanner

Quickly read information from barcodes and QR codes in seconds. This utility allows you to scan various code types, create your own QR codes, and save your scanning history for easy access. Share scan results with a single click.

Highlights
  • Fast QR code and barcode scanning
  • Scan from image library
  • Supports various code types (URL, text, contact, etc.)
  • Create your own QR codes
  • Save scanning history
  • Share scan results easily
Features
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QR Scanner-Code Scanner can quickly read the information behind the barcode / QR code in a few seconds. The operation is simple and easy to understand without registration. Easy to use QR code scanner Scan various QR codes and barcodes in one step: open the application and move the camera to the location where you want to scan QR codes / barcodes. When scanning QR code, if it contains URL, you can open it. If the code contains only text, you can see it immediately. This is not only a QR code scanner, but also provides you with many interesting functions, such as saving scanning history so that you can view it at any time. This code scanner application can help you scan not only QR codes, but also other types of code. In addition, you can easily share the scan results with the click of a button. Function of QR code reader > Scan all QR codes and barcodes with powerful decoding speed: the only thing you need to do is move the camera to focus on QRcode / barcode objects. > You can scan QR codes or barcodes from the image library > It can scan and read all kinds of QR codes, including text, contact, email, product, SMS, URL, WiFi > You can quickly create your own QR code > Save your QR code scanning and create history

Screenshots

QR Reader for iPhone4 screens
QR Scanner3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Scanner at none against QR Reader for iPhone's 4. QR Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). QR Reader for iPhone's advantage is ratings volume (1.4M vs 32) and chart position (#51 vs unranked). On price, rating and device support 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. QR Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

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 QR Scanner. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Reader for iPhone has 1.4M ratings behind it against 32, 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 91% of QR Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, QR Scanner every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
QR Reader for iPhone versus QR Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader for iPhoneQR Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.4M ratings) — better4.6 (32 ratings)
Positive reviews77.6% of reviews90.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.4M — better32
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#51 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size387 MB54 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTapMedia LtdGuangzhou Kangyimei Network Technology Co., Ltd.

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%

QR Scanner

All ratings32 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral9.4%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

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

QR Scanner

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
None

QR Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Reader for iPhone free?
QR Reader for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader for iPhone or QR Scanner?
QR Reader for iPhone is rated higher. QR Reader for iPhone averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4M ratings, while QR Scanner averages 4.6 from 32 ratings.
Do QR Reader for iPhone or QR Scanner have ads?
QR Reader for iPhone shows ads; QR Scanner does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader for iPhone or QR Scanner?
QR Reader for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, and QR Scanner every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Reader for iPhone was updated on September 24, 2026 and QR Scanner on August 29, 2026.

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