QR & Barcode vs Approver
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR & Barcode
Easily scan and read QR codes and barcodes with a pro scanner. Generate your own custom QR codes and keep a history of all scanned items. Share your codes via email, SMS, or copy them to your clipboard.
- QR code scanning
- Barcode reading
- QR code generation
- Scan history
- Sharing options
- Flashlight support
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QR Code Scanner, Reader & Generator — free with ads, or go Premium. SCAN ANYTHING Point your camera at any code and it reads instantly. Supports: • QR Codes • EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-E • Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 • PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, ITF-14 SCAN FROM PHOTOS Use the Share Extension to decode a QR code from any image in your Photos app or Safari — no need to open the app first. GENERATE SMART QR CODES Choose a type and fill in the details: • URL — any web address • Wi-Fi — share your network password as a scannable code • WhatsApp — start a chat with your number, message optional • SMS — pre-fill a text message ready to send • Email — tap the result to compose directly • Phone — tap to call • Contact — full vCard with name, phone, email and organization • Calendar Event — add an event directly to any calendar app • Text — any content SAVE & SHARE Save directly to your Camera Roll or share instantly via the system share sheet. HISTORY Every scan and generated code is saved automatically. Tap any entry to view, copy, share, or generate again. PREMIUM — COLORS, LOGO & NO ADS Subscribe monthly or yearly to unlock custom foreground and background colors, add your own logo to any code, and remove all ads. Cancel anytime.
Approver
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The Approver application is used in conjecture with Securosys HSM devices to control signing jobs. The application can only be used if you have an existing HSM device and a subscription to Securosys' TSB (Transaction Security Broker) service.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Approver at none against QR & Barcode's 3. Approver also leads on ads (none vs shown). QR & Barcode's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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 & Barcode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Approver asks for nothing beyond the download.
QR & Barcode ships an update every 3 weeks, Approver every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR & Barcode | Approver |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (58 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 58 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | JB STEVENARD | Ammer Technologies AG |
In-app purchases
QR & Barcode
- Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$12.991 Year
- Tip the Developer$0.99
Approver
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is QR & Barcode free?
Is Approver free?
Do QR & Barcode or Approver have ads?
Which is updated more often, QR & Barcode or Approver?
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