Comparison

Qrafter Pro vs QR Code Reader & Generator App

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

Head to head
About

Qrafter Pro

This app is a powerful tool for creating and scanning QR codes and barcodes. It offers advanced design options, versatile scanning capabilities for various code types, and unique features like encryption and inventory mode. It also provides a secure and user-friendly experience with features like URL safety checks and passkey support.

Highlights
  • Versatile code scanning
  • Custom QR code design
  • Comprehensive code generation
  • QR code encryption
  • Customizable history management
  • URL safety check
  • Inventory scanner mode
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 & Generator App

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various information types. Customize your QR codes with colors, logos, and shapes before sharing them. Supports a wide range of code types and batch scanning.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Create QR codes and barcodes
  • Support for multiple code types
  • Batch scanning
  • Customize QR code appearance
  • Add logo to QR codes
  • Share codes
Features
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QR Code Reader & Generator — Scan, Create & Customize QR Codes The fastest free QR code scanner and barcode reader for iPhone and iPad. Scan any code in under a second, create stunning QR codes with your logo, and customize with colors, gradients, and unique patterns. No account required. No tracking. Just scan. INSTANT QR & BARCODE SCANNER • Lightning-fast scanning — point your camera and get results instantly • Auto-detect and open URLs, WiFi, contacts, email, SMS, phone numbers, text, and GPS locations • Safe link preview — see where a URL leads before you open it • Batch scanning — scan multiple codes in one session • Reads all major formats: QR Code, UPC-E, Code39, Code93, Code128, EAN-13, EAN-8, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, and ITF • Works offline — no internet needed to scan • Full scan history saved automatically POWERFUL QR CODE GENERATOR • Create QR codes and barcodes for URLs, WiFi, phone numbers, email, SMS, text, GPS, and contact cards (vCard, MeCard, BizCard) • Social media templates for Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, YouTube, and App Store links • Add your own logo or brand image to any QR code • High-resolution export — perfect for print, menus, posters, and business cards PROFESSIONAL CUSTOMIZATION TOOLS • Full Color Control: Custom foreground and background colors plus stunning gradient effects • Logo Integration: Add your brand logo with size, shape, and tint options • Pattern Styles: Choose from Square, Circle, or Rounded dot designs • Border Options: None, Rounded, or Circle frame styles • Adjustable Error Correction: Ensure your QR code scans perfectly every time PRIVACY-FIRST DESIGN • No account or sign-up required • No user tracking — your data stays on your device • No unnecessary permissions • Clean, ad-supported free tier with optional Pro upgrade UPGRADE TO QR READER PRO • Unlimited QR scans and creations • Unlock all customization tools • Batch scanning and CSV export • Remove all ads for a clean experience Perfect for shoppers scanning product barcodes, businesses creating branded QR codes, restaurants sharing WiFi and menus, event organizers, teachers, and anyone who needs a fast, reliable, and private QR scanner. Subscription Details: • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the renewal cost will be provided. • You may manage or cancel your subscription anytime by going to your iTunes account settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. For more information, visit: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT4098 Terms of Service: https://www.fingerjoystudios.com/qrcode/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.fingerjoystudios.com/qrcode/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Qrafter Pro4 screens
QR Code Reader & Generator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: QR Code Reader & Generator App at Free against Qrafter Pro's $124.99. Qrafter Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, ratings volume, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

QR Code Reader & Generator App is free to download; Qrafter Pro costs $124.99 up front. QR Code Reader & Generator App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Qrafter Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Qrafter Pro against 4.7 for QR Code Reader & Generator App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 456 and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Qrafter Pro's written reviews are positive against 60% of QR Code Reader & Generator App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qrafter Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, QR Code Reader & Generator App every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Qrafter Pro versus QR Code Reader & Generator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQrafter ProQR Code Reader & Generator App
Price$124.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (456 ratings)4.7 (1.2K ratings)
Positive reviews89.7% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4561.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKerem ErkanPenghui Zhao

Customer experience

Qrafter Pro

All ratings456 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews242 reviews
Positive89.7%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.4%

QR Code Reader & Generator App

All ratings1,186 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral3.7%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative36.7%

User reviews

Qrafter Pro

From 456 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent QR/barcode scanner and creator
  • 🚀 Fast and accurate scanning
  • 💡 Wide range of customization options
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface
  • 👍 Reliable and consistent performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🐛 Issues with camera autofocus and flashlight
  • 🐛 Problems with redirection and decryption of QR codes
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior between Android and iOS versions

QR Code Reader & Generator App

From 1.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Useful for finding ads
  • 👍 Great experience at Livonia Greenmead Branch
  • 👍 Best scanning app so far

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Won't focus on QR codes
  • 🐛 Constant app crashes
  • 🐛 Couldn't change barcode type
  • 🐛 Buttons don't work after creating QR code
  • 🐛 Doesn't read QR code it created

Bugs and requests

Qrafter Pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • QR codes created in the app not working in other readers
  • Contact information not displaying correctly when scanned
  • App settings resetting to default unexpectedly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to attach QR codes to images
  • Implement support for more barcode formats (e.g. PDF417)
  • Allow editing of existing QR codes
  • Add option to save QR codes to device's photo gallery
  • Improve batch scanning and exporting capabilities

QR Code Reader & Generator App

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Takes to blank screen after scanning
  • App closes when selecting a 'type'

Requested features

1 request
  • Option to include photo in manual create mode

In-app purchases

None

Qrafter Pro

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Code Reader & Generator App

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$1.99

Questions

Is Qrafter Pro free?
Qrafter Pro costs $124.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code Reader & Generator App free?
QR Code Reader & Generator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Qrafter Pro or QR Code Reader & Generator App?
Qrafter Pro and QR Code Reader & Generator App are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 456 and 1.2K ratings respectively.
Do Qrafter Pro or QR Code Reader & Generator App have ads?
QR Code Reader & Generator App shows ads; Qrafter Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Qrafter Pro or QR Code Reader & Generator App?
Qrafter Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Code Reader & Generator App every 3 months. Most recently, Qrafter Pro was updated on September 24, 2026 and QR Code Reader & Generator App on September 23, 2026.

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