Comparison

SnapQR vs QR Scanner · Barcode Reader

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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Scan QR codes and barcodes quickly to open links, discover product information, compare prices, share contact details, and get more from everyday codes—all for free. SnapQR helps you: • Scan QR codes and barcodes from your camera or images • Check product details and search Amazon, eBay, Google, or custom websites • Open URLs, join Wi-Fi networks, add calendar events, and read contact cards • Scan reliably in low light with flashlight support and zoom • Create QR codes for links, contacts, Wi-Fi, and other information • Save unlimited scan history, add notes, and export records as CSV • Protect yourself with safer link loading and Google Safe Browsing Point your camera at a code, or choose an image from your device. SnapQR recognizes common 1D and 2D formats and lets you act on the result immediately. Create a QR code from your own information, then display or share it for another device to scan. Supported formats include QR, EAN, UPC, JAN, GTIN, ISBN, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, ITF, PDF417, Data Matrix, Aztec, and GS1 DataBar. Whether you are shopping, sharing contact information, connecting to Wi-Fi, organizing products, or managing small-business inventory, SnapQR keeps scanning simple and useful. Download SnapQR and scan with confidence.

About

QR Scanner · Barcode Reader

Features
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Scan QR codes and barcodes, recognize text from product photos, and view available ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts in one simple app. QR Scanner · Barcode Reader opens directly to the scanner and is designed for quick everyday use. Links are never opened automatically, and your scan history is stored locally on your device. QR AND BARCODE SCANNING Point your camera at a QR code or barcode to read its contents. Supported formats include: • QR Code • EAN-8 and EAN-13 • UPC-A and UPC-E • Code 39, Code 93, and Code 128 • ITF • PDF417 • Data Matrix • Aztec • Codabar Scan website links, product packaging, tickets, Wi-Fi details, contact information, text, email addresses, phone numbers, SMS content, locations, calendar events, and more. REVIEW LINKS BEFORE OPENING Scanned links are never opened automatically. You can review the destination first, then choose whether to open, copy, or share it. The app also checks links on-device for structural risk signals such as unusual formatting and look-alike characters. These checks are informational and do not guarantee that a website is safe. PRODUCT AND FOOD INFORMATION Scan a supported product barcode to search for available product information through the Open Facts databases. Depending on the available data, product results may include: • Product name and image • Brand and category • Weight or quantity • Ingredients • Allergens • Energy and calories • Fat and saturated fat • Carbohydrates and sugars • Fiber • Protein • Salt and sodium • Nutri-Score and NOVA group Information availability and accuracy depend on the relevant third-party database. Product lookup requires an internet connection, while ordinary QR and barcode scanning continues on the device. PRODUCT PHOTO AND TEXT RECOGNITION When a product does not have a readable barcode, take a photo of its packaging or select an existing image. The app first checks the image for a QR code or barcode. If no code is found, text recognition runs on your device and creates editable product search terms. Possible matching products are displayed for you to review. The app never selects a product automatically; you choose the correct match before viewing its available ingredients or nutrition information. If no matching product is found, you can edit the search terms, search the web, copy the recognized text, or share it. SCAN FROM YOUR PHOTOS Choose an existing image containing a QR code, barcode, product label, or ordinary text. This is useful for: • Screenshots • Saved tickets • Product packaging • Documents and labels • Posters • Digital menus • Images received in messaging apps CREATE QR CODES AND BARCODES Create codes for: • Websites • Text • Wi-Fi networks • Contacts • Phone numbers • Email addresses • SMS messages • Calendar events • Locations • Product and numeric values Created codes can be viewed, saved, shared, and stored in your local history. LOCAL HISTORY Keep scanned and created codes in an optional local history. Search previous results, revisit links, copy scanned content, and delete your history whenever you want. PRIVACY BY DESIGN • No advertisements • No subscriptions • No in-app purchases • No account required • No developer analytics or tracking • No automatic link opening • Local scan history • Light, dark, and system themes Camera images and selected photos are processed on your device for code and text recognition. Photos are not uploaded by the app. When you perform an online product lookup, only the barcode or editable product search terms are sent directly to the relevant information service. QR Scanner · Barcode Reader brings QR scanning, barcode reading, product information, photo text recognition, code creation, and local history together in one straightforward app.

Screenshots

SnapQR4 screens
QR Scanner · Barcode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Scanner · Barcode Reader at none against SnapQR's 1. QR Scanner · Barcode Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price 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. QR Scanner · Barcode Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SnapQR versus QR Scanner · Barcode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapQRQR Scanner · Barcode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPuzzle Mania StudioBERKAN CALIKOGLU

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SnapQR

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$12.99
None

QR Scanner · Barcode Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SnapQR free?
SnapQR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner · Barcode Reader free?
QR Scanner · Barcode Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SnapQR or QR Scanner · Barcode Reader have ads?
SnapQR shows ads; QR Scanner · Barcode Reader does not.

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