Comparison

QR Reader for iPad vs Scan QR Code.

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

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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

About

Scan QR Code.

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to quickly access information. Create and share your own QR codes for various purposes. Save and archive all scanned and created codes for future reference.

Highlights
  • QR Code Scanner
  • Create QR Codes
  • Barcode Scanner
  • Share QR Codes
  • Auto Scan
  • Archive Scanned Codes
Features
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The #1 QR Reader - QR code scanning, made simple and easy. Download now for FREE! FEATURES - QR Code Scanner - Create your own QR Codes - Barcode Scanner (Scan coupons & Food labels) - Share QR Codes - Auto Scan Use our app to scan any QR code and get the information you need fast! Create and share QR Codes for yourself and friends! Archive and save all QR Codes you have ever scanned or created. DISCLAIMER: By clicking “install”, I accept and agree to install Scan QR Code app and setting the application’s search functionality to that provided by the service and the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The app will update in-app search settings to Yahoo. * SUBSCRIPTIONS You can subscribe to Scan QR Code. to get access to premium features, like unlimited scans, code creation, and more. Options: - 3-day free trial, then renews weekly for $9.99 * Link to Terms of Use: https://scanqrcodeapp.com/terms.html * Link to Privacy Policy: https://scanqrcodeapp.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Scan QR Code.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Scan QR Code. at none against QR Reader for iPad's shown. Scan QR Code. also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and chart position (#24 vs unranked). QR Reader for iPad's advantage is review sentiment (54% vs 39%) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. QR Reader for iPad sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Scan QR Code. sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for QR Reader for iPad against 4.7 for Scan QR Code.. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27K and 16K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of QR Reader for iPad's written reviews are positive against 39% of Scan QR Code.'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader for iPad ships an update every 6 months, Scan QR Code. every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
QR Reader for iPad versus Scan QR Code.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader for iPadScan QR Code.
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (27K ratings)4.7 (16K ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.0% of reviews — better38.8% of reviews
Number of ratings27K — better16K
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#24 — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB99 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTapMedia LtdEast End Technologies Ltd.

Customer experience

QR Reader for iPad

All ratings26,566 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral3.7%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews265 reviews
Positive54.0%
Neutral5.3%
Negative40.8%

Scan QR Code.

All ratings15,705 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral2.1%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews196 reviews
Positive38.8%
Neutral1.5%
Negative59.7%

User reviews

QR Reader for iPad

From 27K App Store ratings

What 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

Scan QR Code.

From 16K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Quick and accurate scanning
  • 📚 Useful barcode scanning feature
  • 🌟 Reliable and efficient
  • 🤝 Great customer service
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription fees
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 🤔 Misleading free trial offers
  • 🙄 Automatic recurring charges
  • 🚫 Difficult to cancel subscription

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

Scan QR Code.

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera connection issues
  • Scanning errors or failures
  • Subscription not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Offer a free, ad-supported version
  • Provide more transparent pricing
  • Improve subscription management options
  • Enhance security and privacy protections

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Reader for iPad

Subscriptions2
  • Database Scanner Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
9 purchases

Scan QR Code.

Subscriptions9
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$6.397 Days
  • Unlock Scan QR Code3 Days trial$8.397 Days
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  • Unlock Scan QR Code3 Days trial$9.957 Days
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Unlock Scan QR Code3 Days trial$11.957 Days
  • Unlock Scan QR Code$11.957 Days
  • Unlock Scan QR Code3 Days trial$14.957 Days
  • Unlock all features$39.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Reader for iPad free?
QR Reader for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scan QR Code. free?
Scan QR Code. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader for iPad or Scan QR Code.?
Scan QR Code. is rated higher. QR Reader for iPad averages 4.6 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Scan QR Code. averages 4.7 from 16K ratings.
Do QR Reader for iPad or Scan QR Code. have ads?
QR Reader for iPad shows ads; Scan QR Code. does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader for iPad or Scan QR Code.?
QR Reader for iPad ships an update every 6 months, and Scan QR Code. every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Reader for iPad was updated on October 15, 2026 and Scan QR Code. on October 15, 2026.

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