Quick Scan vs Barcode Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Quick Scan
Easily scan and generate QR codes for various data types like text, URLs, and contacts. Save scanned content and generated codes, with all history automatically logged for later use or deletion.
- Scan QR codes
- Generate QR codes
- Save scanned content
- Auto-save history
- Erase history data
- Generate for text, URL, contacts
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Quick Scan application is easy to scan and generate QR (Quick response) codes. Scan, save and use any information by QR Code. Features: *The scanned content of the code could be copied and used later. *The scanned results are auto saved in the history along with the date. *Any data in the history could be erased later. *Provisions to generate QR code for plain text, url, number and contacts saved in your iPhone. *Generated QR codes could be saved in the photo.
Barcode Reader
This utility app offers rapid scanning for both QR codes and standard barcodes using your device's camera or photos. It features automated scanning, bulk scanning capabilities, and the ability to save and export scan history for efficient data management and sharing.
- Quick Scan Technology
- Bulk Mode Scanning
- Automated Scanning
- Scan from Camera or Photos
- Scan History
- CSV Data Export
- Instant Sharing
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Barcode Reader-quickscan: Ultimate Scanner Utility Get the fastest, most powerful scanning tool for all your needs. Barcode Reader-quickscan handles both QR codes and standard barcodes with lightning speed, making it essential for retail, inventory, or personal use. Key Features: • Quick Scan Technology: Scan codes instantly from your camera or photo library. • Bulk Mode: Scan multiple items quickly without interruption—perfect for shop environments or taking inventory. • Automated Scanning: Point and scan without needing to press a button. • Data Management: Save a full history of your scans and easily export data in CSV format for analysis. • Instant Sharing: Quickly share your scan results. Barcode Reader-quickscan is the only scanner you'll ever need—fast, reliable, and powerful!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Quick Scan at every 3 months against Barcode Reader's every 116 months. Quick Scan also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Quick Scan ships an update every 3 months, Barcode Reader every 116 months. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and August 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Quick Scan | Barcode Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 116 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 农 葛 | Aishvarya Sadasivam |
Customer experience
Quick Scan
Barcode Reader
In-app purchases
Quick Scan
No in-app purchases
Barcode Reader
No in-app purchases
