Comparison

Qrafter vs QR Code Reader

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

Head to head
About

Qrafter

This app is a powerful tool for scanning and generating QR codes and barcodes. It offers extensive customization options for code design, including logos and colors. Advanced features like encryption, URL safety checks, and inventory scanning make it a versatile solution for personal and professional use.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Create custom QR codes with logos
  • Encrypt QR codes with password protection
  • URL safety check
  • Inventory scanner mode
  • Organize scan history with folders
Features
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The most powerful QR Code Scanner and Generator since 2011. Qrafter has everything you need to scan, create, and design QR Codes and barcodes. Trusted by millions of users, Qrafter's extensive feature set has been refined over the years. Key Features • Full English Support: Qrafter is fully localized in English for an intuitive and comfortable user experience. • Versatile Scanning: Swiftly and accurately scan QR Codes, Micro QR Codes, Data Matrix, Aztec Codes, PDF417, and a variety of barcodes. Scan codes from your Photos app, or scan multiple codes in the same session. • Custom QR Code Design: Design unique, eye-catching QR Codes with custom colors, logos, backgrounds, and styles for your brand, business, or personal use. • Comprehensive Code Generation: Create QR Codes, barcodes, and other formats for your business, personal use, or marketing campaigns. • Unique Features: QR Code compression and QR Code encryption with password protection set Qrafter apart from the rest. • History: Easily access and manage previously scanned or generated codes with the most customizable history feature. Organize codes into folders, synchronize across devices with iCloud, or store selected information locally on your device. History can also be secured with biometric authentication like Face ID. • Advanced Parsing: Qrafter smartly parses URLs, contact information, events, location data, email and SMS sending options, Wi-Fi connection details, and more, presenting the results in a user-friendly and meaningful manner. • URL Safety Check: Reveals the destination URL for short links, helping you detect potentially malicious content. • Passkey QR Code Support: Log in faster and more safely to websites that support passkeys, using QR Codes. • Auto Wi-Fi Connection: Scan a QR Code containing Wi-Fi network credentials and connect to the network automatically without manual entry. • Inventory Scanner Mode: Transform Qrafter into a customized inventory app. With each scan, Qrafter calls a custom API endpoint in the background. You can fully customize the API endpoint URL. • Optimized for iPad: Experience a fully custom user interface for iPad, perfect for educational institutions and professional use. Qrafter's iPad user interface is designed to make the best use of the larger screen, with full multitasking support. • Apple Watch Companion: Your history is on your wrist. Show a saved ticket, loyalty card or Wi-Fi code from the watch, page through the other formats of a code, and open it full screen. • VoiceOver Customizations: Qrafter is fully accessible and committed to providing a seamless experience for all users. With its VoiceOver customizations, visually impaired users can easily navigate, scan, and generate codes. Supported Code Types • 2D Codes: QR Code, Micro QR Code, Data Matrix, Aztec Code, PDF417 • Barcodes: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, GS1 DataBar, GS1 DataBar Expanded, GS1 DataBar Limited • Postal Barcodes: RM4SCC, IMb, Japan Post, KIX End user license agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

QR Code Reader

Scan QR codes and barcodes quickly with your iPhone camera. Access your scan history, scan from photos, and use a flashlight for dark environments. Share your scanned items easily.

Highlights
  • Automatic camera activation
  • Scan from photo library
  • Scan history access
  • Flashlight for low light
  • Barcode scanning support
  • Share scan history
Features
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QR Code Reader for iPhone is a free and handy QR code scanner and reader app. [Features] - The camera starts automatically when you launch the app. - Scan images directly from your photo library. - Quickly access your scan history. - Includes a light button for scanning in the dark. - Also supports barcode scanning. - Share your scan history list. * You can scan a large number of barcodes or QR codes and send them all at once. [Notes] Be sure to allow the QR Code Reader app to access your camera when you launch it. If the screen appears dark on startup, go to [Settings] → [Privacy & Security] → [Camera], and turn on [QR Code Reader].

Screenshots

Qrafter4 screens
QR Code Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Code Reader at none against Qrafter's 3. QR Code Reader also leads on ratings volume (160K vs 4K) and review sentiment (84% vs 73%). Qrafter's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ads 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. Qrafter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. QR Code Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Qrafter against 4.7 for QR Code Reader. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader has 160K ratings behind it against 4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Qrafter's written reviews are positive against 84% of QR Code Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qrafter ships an update every 2 weeks, QR Code Reader every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Qrafter versus QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQrafterQR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (4K ratings)4.7 (160K ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.2% of reviews84.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4K160K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKerem ErkanKomorebi Inc.

Customer experience

Qrafter

All ratings3,992 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.3%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews380 reviews
Positive73.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative21.6%

QR Code Reader

All ratings160,135 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews571 reviews
Positive84.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative13.3%

User reviews

Qrafter

From 4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and accurate scanning
  • 👍 Comprehensive set of features
  • 🔒 Secure URL previewing
  • 📚 Useful history and batch scanning
  • 💡 Ability to create and customize QR codes

Room to improve

  • 💰 Paid upgrade required for full functionality
  • 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
  • 🔍 Difficulty scanning smaller QR codes

QR Code Reader

From 160K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Friendly and helpful staff
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient service
  • 💡 Convenient features
  • 🤖 Reliable and accurate scanning
  • 🌟 Excellent overall experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional scanning issues
  • 💰 Concerns about hidden costs
  • 📋 Unclear instructions or information

Bugs and requests

Qrafter

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on iOS 9.3.1 after October 2019 update
  • Issues with scanning QR codes from photos

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for more barcode types
  • Apple Watch complication
  • Ability to embed photos in QR codes
  • Improved UI for QR code creation

QR Code Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Scanning not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to save and organize scanned data
  • Integration with other apps or services
  • More customization options

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Qrafter

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Pack3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pro Pack3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Pack - Lifetime$124.99
None

QR Code Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Qrafter free?
Qrafter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Qrafter or QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader is rated higher. Qrafter averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 4.7 from 160K ratings.
Do Qrafter or QR Code Reader have ads?
Both Qrafter and QR Code Reader show ads.
Which is updated more often, Qrafter or QR Code Reader?
Qrafter ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Code Reader every 2 months. Most recently, Qrafter was updated on September 23, 2026 and QR Code Reader on September 24, 2026.

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