# QR Reader for iPad vs QR Code Reader ·

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Reader for iPad | QR Code Reader · |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-reader-for-ipad/id426170776/reviews) | **[4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 27K | **670K** |
| Positive reviews | **54.0% of reviews** | 49.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#88** |
| Size | 78 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Reader for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-reader-for-ipad/id426170776)

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.

**Highlights:** Scans QR codes and barcodes, PDF Scanner, Scan & Share photos and files, Auto-detect scanning, Create your own QR codes, Integrated web browser

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Database Scanner Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| TapMedia PRO - 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 📱 Works well on both iPhone and iPad
- 🔍 Accurate QR code detection
- 💡 Ability to create custom QR codes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes after recent updates
- 💰 Subscription model with limited free trial
- 🔍 Inconsistent QR code scanning performance
- 📤 Difficulty exporting scan history
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- Dark mode option
- Improved scan history management
- Integration with popular apps and services
- More customization options for QR code creation


### QR Code Reader ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119)

**Currently charting:** #88 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

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.

**Highlights:** Scan 15+ code types, Product & food details, QR code data cards, Scan history, Organize with folders, Batch scan, CSV export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version for 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Version for 1 month | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro Version 3 months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Version 1 year | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and easy scanning
- ✨ Useful for various purposes
- 👍 Works as described

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Struggles with certain barcodes
- 💰 Deceptive subscription practices
- 📢 Too many ads and pop-ups
- 🤔 Unclear cancellation process

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent scanning results
- Subscription charges even after app deletion

**Requested features**

- More manual control over scanning
- Clearer subscription and pricing information


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Reader for iPad free?

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

### Is QR Code Reader · free?

QR Code Reader · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Reader for iPad or QR Code Reader ·?

QR Code Reader · is rated higher. QR Reader for iPad averages 4.6 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 from 670K ratings.

### Do QR Reader for iPad or QR Code Reader · have ads?

Both QR Reader for iPad and QR Code Reader · show ads.

### Which is updated more often, QR Reader for iPad or QR Code Reader ·?

QR Reader for iPad ships an update every 6 months, and QR Code Reader · every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Reader for iPad was updated on October 13, 2026 and QR Code Reader · on October 12, 2026.

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