Comparison

SnapQR vs QR Code

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

Head to head
About

SnapQR

This utility scans QR codes and barcodes, providing detailed information and search results from popular online retailers. It supports numerous formats, allows for the generation of QR codes, and offers advanced features like CSV export and custom search selections. The app prioritizes performance and security with features like Chrome Custom Tabs and Google Safe Browsing.

Highlights
  • Scan all popular barcode and QR code formats
  • Generate QR codes for sharing data
  • Search product and price details on Amazon, eBay, Google
  • Add calendar events and read VCards
  • Utilize Chrome Custom Tabs with Google Safe Browsing
  • Scan from images and use zoom/flashlight
  • Export scan history to CSV
Features
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Check products, open links, and share information from codes—all for free. SnapQR makes everyday scanning simple, with safer link checks and no address-book access required to share contact details. • Scan QR codes and barcodes with your camera or from an image • Look up products and compare prices on Amazon, eBay, Google, or your preferred websites • Open links, connect to Wi-Fi, add calendar events, and view contact details • Scan in dim light with the flashlight, or zoom in on codes at a distance • Create QR codes to share links and other information • Keep unlimited scan history, add notes, and export records as CSV • Load links with Chrome Custom Tabs and Google Safe Browsing Point your camera at a code or select an image to see its contents and choose what to do next. SnapQR supports common formats including QR, EAN, UPC, ISBN, Code 39, Code 128, PDF417, Data Matrix, and Aztec. Whether you're shopping, sharing contact details, joining a Wi-Fi network, or keeping track of small-business inventory, SnapQR helps you get more from every scan. Download SnapQR and scan with confidence.

About

QR Code

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Scan QR Code for iPhone helps you scan and decode all the QR codes around you, including contact, detail, plain text, website URLs, SMS messages, email addresses, and more. Features: - Auto decode all types of QR codes: contact details, plain text, calendar events, locations... - Scan Barcodes & QR codes from photos in your Photo Roll - Open web links and map locations directly in the app - Embedded SMS and Email sending - Add new events to iCal in the app - Save useful and favorite QR codes for future reference - Share by mail and text message *** Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features*** You can choose a yearly subscription. (with 3-day free trial) a monthly subscription – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews 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 identify the cost of the renewal. – 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. Privacy: https://sites.google.com/view/privacy-policy-th-software Terms: https://sites.google.com/view/terms-of-use-th-software

Screenshots

SnapQR4 screens
QR Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SnapQR at every 10 days against QR Code's every 3 weeks. QR Code's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. SnapQR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and QR Code sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SnapQR ships an update every 10 days, QR Code every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SnapQR versus QR Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapQRQR Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPuzzle Mania StudioHoi Truong Van

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SnapQR

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$12.99
4 purchases

QR Code

Subscriptions3
  • QR Code Weekly$3.997 Days
  • QR Code Monthly$6.991 Month
  • QR Code Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • QR Code LifeTime$24.99

Questions

Is SnapQR free?
SnapQR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code free?
QR Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SnapQR or QR Code have ads?
Both SnapQR and QR Code show ads.
Which is updated more often, SnapQR or QR Code?
SnapQR ships an update every 10 days, and QR Code every 3 weeks. Most recently, SnapQR was updated on October 24, 2026 and QR Code on October 25, 2026.

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