# Scan QR Code vs QR Code Reader

Scan QR Code and QR Code Reader both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of Scan QR Code's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Code Reader's. Scan QR Code also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (654 vs 10). On price, rating, 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 Reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Scan QR Code against 4.4 for QR Code Reader. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan QR Code has 654 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Scan QR Code's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Code Reader's.

Scan QR Code ships an update every 9 days, QR Code Reader monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan QR Code | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (654 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-create-qr-code/id6471647096/reviews)** | [4.4 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-code-scanner/id6680185053/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **654** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | **70.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 61 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fire Technologies Hong Kong Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871390749) | [Tech Nest](https://appshunter.io/developer/1703040252) |

## 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 Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-code-scanner/id6680185053)

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes, providing instant access to information and links. It also allows users to generate custom QR codes for various purposes, like Wi-Fi access or contact details. Organize your scanned codes and support multiple formats.

**Highlights:** Fast QR code and barcode scanning, Generate custom QR codes, Access scanned information instantly, Organize scanned codes with folders, Support for multiple code formats, Batch scanning capabilities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR Pro Experience | $14.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan QR Code free?

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

### Is QR Code Reader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Scan QR Code or QR Code Reader?

Scan QR Code is rated higher. Scan QR Code averages 4.5 out of 5 from 654 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 4.4 from 10 ratings.

### Do Scan QR Code or QR Code Reader have ads?

QR Code Reader shows ads; Scan QR Code does not.

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

Scan QR Code ships an update every 9 days, and QR Code Reader monthly. Most recently, Scan QR Code was updated on September 22, 2026 and QR Code Reader on September 23, 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.*