Open2FA vs QR Reader & Code Generator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Open2FA
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Open2FA is a simple, open source two-factor authentication application. Two-step verification helps you protect your accounts, even if attackers have your password. - All your codes are stored encrypted (AES-256). - Codes can be added via QR scan or manually. - FaceID and TouchID support. - Import and export encrypted file with codes. - You can store data as in iCloud and synchronize between devices, or store everything locally on your device. Open2FA - Two-factor authentication application with sync & AES-256 encryption. All your accounts are encrypted with AES-256. You can use iCloud to synchronize accounts between devices. There is import and export of encrypted file with all accounts. Or export the account to any other 2FA application.
QR Reader & Code Generator
This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes from your camera or photos. It intelligently interprets scanned data, offers link safety checks, and allows you to create custom QR codes for various purposes. All without ads or data collection.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Smart interpretation of scanned data
- In-app link safety checks
- Create custom QR codes
- Unlimited scan history
- Ad-free and private
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QR Reader & Generator is a fast, private, and completely free QR and barcode app. No ads, no data collected, no account. SCAN ANYTHING Scan QR codes and barcodes with your camera or straight from a photo. Pinch to zoom, tap to focus, batch scan, and use the flashlight in the dark. SMART RESULTS The app understands what you scanned: join Wi-Fi, save contacts, add calendar events, open locations in Maps, and look up products. Copy any field with one tap. LINK SAFETY CHECK Every link is checked on your device before it opens. Shortened links, lookalike domains, and other phishing tricks are flagged. Nothing is ever sent to a server. CREATE YOUR OWN QR CODES Make codes for links, Wi-Fi, contacts, email, SMS, phone, location, and calendar events. Pick colors and styles, preview live, and export as PNG or vector SVG. YOUR HISTORY Unlimited history with search, filters, favorites, notes, and CSV/JSON export. DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE Clean design with large, easy-to-read text and buttons. VoiceOver support. Private by design — no ads, no tracking, no data collected.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Open2FA at every 3 weeks against QR Reader & Code Generator's every 5 months. QR Reader & Code Generator's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Open2FA ships an update every 3 weeks, QR Reader & Code Generator every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Open2FA | QR Reader & Code Generator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Uladzislau Vrubleuski | lapnito.cz s.r.o. |
In-app purchases
Open2FA
No in-app purchases
QR Reader & Code Generator
No in-app purchases









