Comparison

ICONIT QRcode Reader vs QR Code Reader Z for iPhone

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

Head to head
About

ICONIT QRcode Reader

This app offers rapid and accurate scanning of QR codes and barcodes, even those unreadable by other scanners. It provides instant information retrieval, scan history, and the ability to create QR codes. Enjoy additional features like product review searches and daily fortune-telling.

Highlights
  • Instant QR code and barcode scanning
  • Scan history saving and export
  • Scan from saved images
  • QR code generation
  • Product info and review search
  • Fortune-telling feature
Features
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ICONIT is a Japanese QR code and barcode reader app with world-class scanning speed and accuracy. Just scan, and you'll instantly get the information you want. ・Even QR codes that couldn't be read by other QR or barcode scanners can be scanned effortlessly with ICONIT! ・Highly rated for its scanning speed and accuracy, ICONIT has surpassed 36 million downloads. ・All features are available for free! ※ An ad-free premium plan is also available. ■ Recommended for: ・People who want to work more efficiently ・People who want to check their scan history frequently ・People who want to quickly check reviews and ratings ・People who want to use QR codes for fan activities or events ■ ICONIT Features and Main Functions ・Instant scanning Just opening the app launches the camera instantly, allowing you to scan QR codes and barcodes smoothly. ・Scan history saving function Scanned data is saved automatically and can be reviewed anytime from the history. Scan history can also be exported as a CSV file. ・Scannable from saved images You can scan codes from images saved in your album or clipboard. ・QR code creation You can easily create QR codes for contact info, text, and URLs. ・Product info / review search Simply scan a barcode to jump to Amazon or Google with one tap! Check product details and user reviews easily. ※ “Amazon” is a trademark or registered trademark of Amazon.com, Inc. ※ “Google” is a trademark or registered trademark of Google LLC. ・Great for fan activities and events! You can smoothly scan QR codes from posters or PC screens—very useful for live shows and events. ・Fortune-telling Check your fortune for today! Enjoy it as a daily boost or light entertainment. ■ How to use ・To scan a printed label: just open the app or tap "Scan". Just hold over a QR code/barcode. ・To scan a stored image: on the "Scan" screen, tap "Photos" on the upper-right corner and choose from the album or clipboard. ・To search a product from GTIN-13: scan and choose Google or Amazon. ・To add to history: just scan. The scanning record will automatically be added to the history. ・To revisit history: tap "History" and choose a record. ・To delete history: tap "Edit" on the upper-right corner, choose a record and "Delete" on the upper-left corner (otherwise, you can delete all history by not choosing a record before "Delete"). ・To generate a QR code: tap "Home" and choose "QR Generator". You can choose "Phone Book" to use contact information or "Enter Text" to input free text. ■ Supported QR and Barcode Types ・QR Code ・JAN Code ・EAN-128 ・NW-7 ・CODE39 ・Data Matrix ・ITF Code ・GS1 DataBar Limited ・GS1 DataBar Limited Composite Symbol - CCA ・GS1 DataBar Stacked Composite Symbol - CC-A Uses the Camreader barcode reader engine, which can be embedded in “Raspberry Pi”. ■ ICONIT's Reliability & Frequently Asked Questions ・About ICONIT's safety “Is ICONIT safe? Will it access my data without permission?” No need to worry. ICONIT is a safe QR and barcode reader app made in Japan. It respects user privacy and will never collect personal information without permission. ・All features are free to use You can use all of ICONIT's functions for free. An optional paid plan is available that removes ads. ・Benefits of creating an account By creating an account, you can carry over your scan history and points when switching devices, making it even more convenient. ICONIT, the high-performance QR and barcode reader that lets you scan instantly, is available for iPhone and iPad. Download the all-free QR code scanner app "ICONIT" now and give it a try! ※ ICONIT is updated regularly to improve quality. Please always use the latest version.

About

QR Code Reader Z for iPhone

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes in 0.1 seconds. It automatically detects codes even when angled, can read from photos, and offers a history function for easy access. Share scanned information directly to popular browsers and messaging apps.

Highlights
  • 0.1-second scan speed
  • Automatic diagonal code detection
  • Read QR codes from photos
  • Scan history
  • One-button sharing to browsers and LINE
Features
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◆ ◇ Scan in just 0.1 seconds after application launch! ◇ ◆ It is a QR code & bar code Scanning application sticking to reading speed and useful function. ■ Main features · Automatically distinguish QR code even when it is diagonal · You can also read from photos · Easy access with history function · In addition to Safari, display and LINE share with Chrome is also OK with one button

Screenshots

ICONIT QRcode Reader4 screens
QR Code Reader Z for iPhone2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Code Reader Z for iPhone at none against ICONIT QRcode Reader's 1. QR Code Reader Z for iPhone also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (92% vs 71%). ICONIT QRcode Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (326 vs 1). On price, ads and device support 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. ICONIT QRcode Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. QR Code Reader Z for iPhone asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader Z for iPhone holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ICONIT QRcode Reader has 326 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of ICONIT QRcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 92% of QR Code Reader Z for iPhone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ICONIT QRcode Reader ships an update every 3 weeks, QR Code Reader Z for iPhone every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ICONIT QRcode Reader versus QR Code Reader Z for iPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterICONIT QRcode ReaderQR Code Reader Z for iPhone
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (326 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews92.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings326 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMEDIASEEK Inc.TEIKOKU DENSHI

Customer experience

ICONIT QRcode Reader

All ratings326 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral4.3%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative21.4%

QR Code Reader Z for iPhone

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive92.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative2.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ICONIT QRcode Reader

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

QR Code Reader Z for iPhone

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ICONIT QRcode Reader free?
ICONIT QRcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader Z for iPhone free?
QR Code Reader Z for iPhone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ICONIT QRcode Reader or QR Code Reader Z for iPhone?
QR Code Reader Z for iPhone is rated higher. ICONIT QRcode Reader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 326 ratings, while QR Code Reader Z for iPhone averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do ICONIT QRcode Reader or QR Code Reader Z for iPhone have ads?
Both ICONIT QRcode Reader and QR Code Reader Z for iPhone show ads.
Which is updated more often, ICONIT QRcode Reader or QR Code Reader Z for iPhone?
ICONIT QRcode Reader ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Code Reader Z for iPhone every 7 months. Most recently, ICONIT QRcode Reader was updated on September 23, 2026 and QR Code Reader Z for iPhone on June 11, 2026.

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