QR Reader for iPad vs QR Code Reader ·
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR Reader for iPad
This app functions as a versatile scanner, capable of reading QR codes, barcodes, and even documents. It offers features like browsing deals, sharing scanned content, and creating QR codes, all with an intuitive auto-detect scanning mechanism.
- Scans QR codes and barcodes
- PDF Scanner
- Scan & Share photos and files
- Auto-detect scanning
- Create your own QR codes
- Integrated web browser
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The most simple & easy QR Reader - download now for FREE. Now scans QR codes, barcodes, documents and puzzles. FEATURES - Scans QR codes and barcodes - Browse deals & coupons - PDF Scanner - turns your iPad into a digital scanner - Search by keyword - Scan & Share - scan and share photos & files - Auto-detect scanning. Simply point & hold! - Share using email, MMS, Facebook or Twitter. - Create your own QR codes - Approve websites before visiting them. - Export your scans by CSV - Integrated web browser - Integrated map viewer ------------------------------------ TAPMEDIA PRO SUBSCRIPTION - You will receive access to the apps in the TapMedia PRO bundle for the duration of the subscription. - Subscription length: Monthly (includes one week free trial). - Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. - Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription - You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm --------------------------------------------------- DATABASE SCANNER SUBSCRIPTION - You will receive unrestricted access to Database Scanner for the duration of the subscription. - Subscription length: Monthly (includes one week free trial). - Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. - Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription - You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm
QR Code Reader ·
Easily scan various QR codes and barcodes to access detailed product information, data cards, and scan history. Organize your scans with folders and export data to CSV. Offers unlimited scans and ad-free experience with a PRO subscription.
- Scan 15+ code types
- Product & food details
- QR code data cards
- Scan history
- Organize with folders
- Batch scan
- CSV export
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The best app to scan QR Code and Barcode! More than 15 types supported : QR Code, Barcode, Datamatrix, Code128, Code39, EAN-8, EAN-13, Google Auth With powerful features : - Products & food detailed informations - QR Code detailed data cards - Scan history - Folders to stay organized - Batch Scan - CSV Export SUBSCRIPTIONS - You can subscribe for PRO account with unlimited scans, products infos and no ads - Subscription options are: 1-month with 3-day trial, 3-month, 1-year - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original "one month", "one quarter", "one year" package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below https://sites.google.com/view/qrcodeios/home
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: QR Code Reader · at every 3 weeks against QR Reader for iPad's every 6 months. QR Code Reader · also leads on ratings volume (670K vs 27K) and chart position (#88 vs unranked). QR Reader for iPad's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.4). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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
Both are free to download. QR Reader for iPad sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and QR Code Reader · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 — 4.6 for QR Reader for iPad against 4.7 for QR Code Reader ·. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 27K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of QR Reader for iPad's written reviews are positive against 50% of QR Code Reader ·'s.
QR Reader for iPad ships an update every 6 months, QR Code Reader · every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Reader for iPad | QR Code Reader · |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (27K ratings) | 4.7 (670K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 54.0% of reviews — better | 49.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 27K | 670K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | #88 — better |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 78 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TapMedia Ltd | App Lock LLC |
Customer experience
QR Reader for iPad
QR Code Reader ·
User reviews
QR Reader for iPad
From 27K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 📱 Works well on both iPhone and iPad
- 🔍 Accurate QR code detection
- 💡 Ability to create custom QR codes
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes after recent updates
- 💰 Subscription model with limited free trial
- 🔍 Inconsistent QR code scanning performance
- 📤 Difficulty exporting scan history
- 🔋 High battery consumption
QR Code Reader ·
From 670K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Quick and easy scanning
- ✨ Useful for various purposes
- 👍 Works as described
Room to improve
- 🔍 Struggles with certain barcodes
- 💰 Deceptive subscription practices
- 📢 Too many ads and pop-ups
- 🤔 Unclear cancellation process
Bugs and requests
QR Reader for iPad
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes on launch after latest update
- Scanning issues on older iPad models
- Compatibility problems with certain QR codes
- Unreliable connection to external websites
Requested features
4 requests- Dark mode option
- Improved scan history management
- Integration with popular apps and services
- More customization options for QR code creation
QR Code Reader ·
Reported bugs
2 issues- Inconsistent scanning results
- Subscription charges even after app deletion
Requested features
2 requests- More manual control over scanning
- Clearer subscription and pricing information
In-app purchases
QR Reader for iPad
- Database Scanner Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
- TapMedia PRO - 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Remove Ads$2.99
QR Code Reader ·
- Pro Version3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Pro Version3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Pro Version for 1 month3 Days trial$3.991 Month
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- Pro version3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Monthly Premium$6.991 Month
- Pro Version for 1 month3 Days trial$7.991 Month
- Premium3 Days trial3 variants$9.997 Days
- Premium3 Days trial$11.991 Month
- Pro Version 3 months$14.993 Months
- Pro Version 1 year3 Days trial$29.991 Year
Questions
Is QR Reader for iPad free?
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