Comparison

Barcode and QR Code Maker vs Pacer

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

Head to head
About

Barcode and QR Code Maker

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Create custom barcodes or QR codes with ease—whether you need a single code or an entire batch. Simply enter your number or URL, select your quantity, choose whether the values should increment automatically and/or have a text value below the code. You can then export your codes as a PDF or print them directly from your device.

About

Pacer

Track your speed and distance in real-time with this GPS-powered companion. Monitor journeys for driving, cycling, or running, with customizable alerts and detailed trip statistics. Enjoy a user-friendly interface with multiple display options and a battery-saving mode.

Highlights
  • Real-time GPS speedometer
  • Customizable units (km/h or mph)
  • Trip tracking with distance and duration
  • Speed limit alerts
  • Map view with live location
  • Trip history with statistics
  • Battery-saving mode
Features
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Pacer is your beautiful companion for tracking speed and distance in real-time. Whether you're driving, cycling, or running, Pacer provides accurate, easy-to-read speed information and comprehensive trip statistics. Key Features: • Real-time GPS speedometer with customisable units (km/h or mph) • Trip tracking with distance, duration, and average speed • Customisable speed limit alerts • Map view with live location tracking • Trip history with detailed statistics • Multiple font styles and sizes for easy reading • Battery-saving mode for extended use • 100% ad-free experience Perfect for: • Drivers monitoring their speed • Cyclists tracking their performance • Runners analysing their pace • Outdoor enthusiasts measuring distances • Anyone who wants to keep an eye on their travel stats With Pacer, you'll always know your exact speed and trip details. Stay safe, stay informed, and optimise your journeys with our precise and user-friendly speedometer app. Download Pacer now and start your journey with confidence! Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tickrcountdown.com/privacy

Screenshots

Barcode and QR Code Maker3 screens
Pacer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barcode and QR Code Maker at none against Pacer's 4. Pacer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months). On price 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. Pacer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Barcode and QR Code Maker asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode and QR Code Maker ships an update every 4 months, Pacer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Barcode and QR Code Maker versus Pacer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode and QR Code MakerPacer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLiam RogersSercan Demircan

In-app purchases

None

Barcode and QR Code Maker

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Pacer

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Pro$4.991 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Pro$4.99
  • Lifetime Pro$49.99

Questions

Is Barcode and QR Code Maker free?
Barcode and QR Code Maker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pacer free?
Pacer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Barcode and QR Code Maker or Pacer have ads?
Barcode and QR Code Maker shows ads; Pacer does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode and QR Code Maker or Pacer?
Barcode and QR Code Maker ships an update every 4 months, and Pacer every 4 days. Most recently, Barcode and QR Code Maker was updated on September 23, 2026 and Pacer on September 19, 2026.

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