# Scan QR Code vs QR Code Scanner *

The clearest difference is rating: Scan QR Code at 4.5 against QR Code Scanner *'s 3.0. Scan QR Code also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (654 vs 5). QR Code Scanner *'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan QR Code sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and QR Code Scanner * sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scan QR Code holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan QR Code has 654 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scan QR Code ships an update every 9 days, QR Code Scanner * every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan QR Code | QR Code Scanner * |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (654 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-create-qr-code/id6471647096/reviews)** | [3.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-scanner/id6504546272/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **654** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 70.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 61 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fire Technologies Hong Kong Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871390749) | [GCS Solution CO., LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1648911857) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan QR Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-create-qr-code/id6471647096)

This app allows you to quickly scan and create various types of QR codes and barcodes. It supports scanning from images, customizing QR code colors, and saving your scan history. Easily share created QR codes and open links directly in their corresponding applications.

**Highlights:** Scan all barcode types, Create diverse QR codes (URLs, Wi-Fi, contacts, etc.), Scan QR codes from images, Customize QR code colors, Open links in corresponding apps, Share QR code content, Scan and create history

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription With Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |


### QR Code Scanner *

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-scanner/id6504546272)

This utility app quickly scans and generates various types of QR and barcodes. It offers features like auto-detection, history saving, and flashlight support for easy use. You can also create custom QR codes for social media and other links.

**Highlights:** QR Code Scanner, Barcode Scanner, QR Code Generator, Auto-detect scanning, Scan history saved, Flashlight support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month | $1.49 | per month |
| 12 Months | $12.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan QR Code free?

Scan QR Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Code Scanner * free?

QR Code Scanner * is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scan QR Code or QR Code Scanner *?

Scan QR Code is rated higher. Scan QR Code averages 4.5 out of 5 from 654 ratings, while QR Code Scanner * averages 3.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Scan QR Code or QR Code Scanner * have ads?

QR Code Scanner * shows ads; Scan QR Code does not.

### Which is updated more often, Scan QR Code or QR Code Scanner *?

Scan QR Code ships an update every 9 days, and QR Code Scanner * every 2 weeks. Most recently, Scan QR Code was updated on October 10, 2026 and QR Code Scanner * on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*