Comparison

Qrafter vs QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan

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・Barcode Scan

Instantly scan and create custom QR codes for various purposes like WiFi, contacts, and links. Save and share your codes easily with a complete history and export options. Designed for simplicity with no account or data collection required.

Highlights
  • Lightning-fast QR code and barcode scanning
  • Create custom QR codes with color customization
  • Scan from camera or photo library
  • Built-in flashlight for low light
  • Complete scan history
  • Export codes as images or PDF
  • Share directly to any app
Features
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Scan any QR code or barcode in seconds — completely FREE with no ads interrupting your experience! QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan is your all-in-one solution for scanning AND creating beautiful, custom QR codes. Whether you're connecting to WiFi, saving contacts, or sharing links, we make it instant and effortless. SCAN EVERYTHING - Lightning-fast QR code and barcode scanning - Works with WiFi codes, vCards, URLs, email, text, and more - Scan directly from your camera or photo library - Built-in flashlight for scanning in low light CREATE CUSTOM QR CODES - Generate QR codes for WiFi, contacts, websites, messages, and email - Customize colors to match your brand or style - Professional-quality output every time SAVE & SHARE WITH EASE - Complete scan history — never lose an important code - Export as high-quality images or PDF - Share directly to any app with one tap BUILT FOR SIMPLICITY No confusing menus. No account required. No data collection. Just point your camera and go. Perfect for: → Connecting to WiFi networks instantly → Saving contact information from business cards → Accessing restaurant menus → Organizing event tickets and boarding passes → Marketing and promotional materials Download now and see why thousands choose QR Code Reader for fast, reliable scanning! Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: https://www.doganaltinbas.com/qare-qr-code-studio/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Qrafter4 screens
QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan at none against Qrafter's shown. QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). Qrafter's advantage is ratings volume (4K vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 and QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Qrafter has 4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qrafter ships an update every 2 weeks, QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Qrafter versus QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQrafterQR Code Reader・Barcode Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (4K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings4K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKerem ErkanDogan Altinbas

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・Barcode Scan

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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・Barcode Scan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
3 purchases

QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan

Subscriptions3
  • Unlimited access$0.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access$5.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Qrafter free?
Qrafter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan free?
QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Qrafter or QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan?
QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan is rated higher. Qrafter averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Qrafter or QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan have ads?
Qrafter shows ads; QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan does not.
Which is updated more often, Qrafter or QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan?
Qrafter ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan every 3 days. Most recently, Qrafter was updated on October 5, 2026 and QR Code Reader・Barcode Scan on October 3, 2026.

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