Comparison

QR Reader:QR Code Reader vs Authenticator App

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader:QR Code Reader

Features
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FEATURES - Batch Scan - Scan history - Folders to stay organized - Scan all types of QR codes - QR Code detailed data cards - Safe all codes in your history - Save, export and share all barcodes - Scan, read, generate QR & Barcodes - Browse products and compare prices - Share using E-mail, IMessage, Facebook or Twitter - Link photos, LinkedIn, Youtube, App Store or Paypal - Read Websites, Contacts, Messages, Locations, Phone numbers, E-mails, Texts - Scan more types:QR Code, Barcode, Datamatrix, Code128, Code39,Code93, EAN-8, EAN-13 etc. SUBSCRIPTIONS - You can subscribe for PRO account with unlimited scans, products infos and no ads - Subscription options are: 1 week (3 days trial), 1 year or 1 month - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable https://sites.google.com/view/appqr/qrcode/agreement https://sites.google.com/view/appqr/qrcode/privacy

About

Authenticator App

This app provides a secure and simple way to generate time-based one-time passwords for two-factor authentication. Protect your online accounts from unauthorized access with an extra layer of security for social media, banking, and work accounts.

Highlights
  • Generate time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)
  • Quick account setup via QR codes or manual entry
  • Seamless cross-device synchronization
  • Enhanced account security
  • Supports social media, banking, and work accounts
Features
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Stay protected online with Authenticator App: 2FA MFA — a secure and easy-to-use two-factor authentication app designed to keep your accounts safe. Generate time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for all your favorite services in seconds. Add accounts quickly using QR codes or manual setup and enjoy seamless access across all your devices. Protect your accounts from unauthorized access and add an extra layer of security to your digital life. Whether you’re securing social media, banking apps, cloud storage, or work accounts — Authenticator App: 2FA MFA keeps your login process safe and simple. Privacy Policy: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/privacy-policy/611ec9a1-db0f-4b68-8fe1-93221c87c135/privacy Terms & Conditions: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/terms-conditions/7f456c36-8241-4115-b48c-45527c561d62/terms

Screenshots

QR Reader:QR Code Reader4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator App at none against QR Reader:QR Code Reader's shown. Authenticator App also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). QR Reader:QR Code Reader's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price 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:QR Code Reader sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader:QR Code Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, Authenticator App every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
QR Reader:QR Code Reader versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader:QR Code ReaderAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer宝锋 吴Valerii Fedorak

In-app purchases

6 purchases

QR Reader:QR Code Reader

Subscriptions5
  • QR Code Reader+(Week Plan)3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader+(Month Special)$1.991 Month
  • QR Code Reader+(Month Plan)$2.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • QR Code Reader+(Year Special)$2.991 Year
  • QR Code Reader+(Year Plan)$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • QR Code Reader Pro$6.99
8 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions8
  • Premium Week3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Premium Week3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Week3 Days trial$7.997 Days
Show 5 more
  • Premium Week3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Premium Week3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Premium yearly$39.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Reader:QR Code Reader free?
QR Reader:QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Reader:QR Code Reader or Authenticator App have ads?
QR Reader:QR Code Reader shows ads; Authenticator App does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader:QR Code Reader or Authenticator App?
QR Reader:QR Code Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, and Authenticator App every 6 days. Most recently, QR Reader:QR Code Reader was updated on September 19, 2026 and Authenticator App on September 21, 2026.

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