# QR Reader for iPhone vs QR Code Toolbox+

QR Reader for iPhone and QR Code Toolbox+ both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 77% of QR Reader for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 39% of QR Code Toolbox+'s. QR Reader for iPhone also leads on ratings volume (1.4M vs 1.5K) and chart position (#54 vs unranked). QR Code Toolbox+'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Reader for iPhone sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and QR Code Toolbox+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for QR Reader for iPhone against 4.6 for QR Code Toolbox+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Reader for iPhone has 1.4M ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of QR Reader for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 39% of QR Code Toolbox+'s.

QR Reader for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, QR Code Toolbox+ every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Reader for iPhone | QR Code Toolbox+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-reader-for-iphone/id368494609/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-toolbox-plus/id6743928441/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4M** | 1.5K |
| Positive reviews | **77.3% of reviews** | 38.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#54** | — |
| Size | 387 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Studio 1J, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639917300) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Reader for iPhone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-reader-for-iphone/id368494609)

**Currently charting:** #54 Top Grossing · Utilities, #166 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Database Scanner (1 month) | $0.99 | per month |
| TapMedia PRO - 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| TapMedia PRO - 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| QR Reader PRO (one-time fee) | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent service
- 🔍 Accurate scanning
- 🤝 Helpful staff
- 🏆 Great experience
- 🕰️ Fast and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Subscription-based model
- 🚫 Difficulty canceling subscription
- 🐌 Slow or unresponsive app
- 🤔 Confusing information about pricing
- 🔒 Privacy concerns

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### QR Code Toolbox+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-toolbox-plus/id6743928441)

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes with this all-in-one utility. Create dynamic codes that can be updated anytime, perfect for businesses. Features include fast camera scanning, batch processing, and exportable scan history.

**Highlights:** QR code and barcode scanning, Dynamic QR code generation, Hosted mini websites for QR codes, Batch scanning, Scan history, Export scan data (CSV, TXT)

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access | $17.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $99.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great wash
- ⭐ Healthy choices and spices
- ⭐ Great customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Charges for basic functionality
- 🚫 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🚫 Scam app

**Reported bugs**

- App help section not working
- Nickname already taken issue

**Requested features**

- Add free version or lower-cost subscription option
- Improve app cancellation process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Reader for iPhone free?

QR Reader for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Code Toolbox+ free?

QR Code Toolbox+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Reader for iPhone or QR Code Toolbox+?

QR Reader for iPhone is rated higher. QR Reader for iPhone averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4M ratings, while QR Code Toolbox+ averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do QR Reader for iPhone or QR Code Toolbox+ have ads?

QR Reader for iPhone shows ads; QR Code Toolbox+ does not.

### Which is updated more often, QR Reader for iPhone or QR Code Toolbox+?

QR Reader for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, and QR Code Toolbox+ every 4 days. Most recently, QR Reader for iPhone was updated on October 15, 2026 and QR Code Toolbox+ on October 13, 2026.

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