# QR Scanner and Barcode Reader vs SmartRemote

The clearest difference is rating: SmartRemote at 4.1 against QR Scanner and Barcode Reader's 3.1. SmartRemote also leads on ratings volume (2.3K vs 24). QR Scanner and Barcode Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartRemote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 7 days. QR Scanner and Barcode Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

SmartRemote holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartRemote has 2.3K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of QR Scanner and Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 15% of SmartRemote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

QR Scanner and Barcode Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, SmartRemote monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Scanner and Barcode Reader | SmartRemote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-and-barcode-reader/id6502973185/reviews) | **[4.1 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartremote-tv-remote-control/id6503116040/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **25.0% of reviews** | 14.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 47 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ngo Thi Thom](https://appshunter.io/developer/1733953486) | [Truong Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602339577) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Scanner and Barcode Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-and-barcode-reader/id6502973185)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes from your camera or images. Generate QR codes for various data types like URLs, Wi-Fi, and text. Access a history of all your scans and customize settings.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes from images, Scan barcodes quickly, Create QR codes for URLs, Wi-Fi, text, Scan from gallery, Save scan history, Support common formats

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### SmartRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartremote-tv-remote-control/id6503116040)

Control your television using your smartphone. This app offers a user-friendly interface with all essential buttons, a keyboard, and navigation. Easily connect via Wi-Fi to manage multiple TV brands, cast media, and access streaming apps.

**Highlights:** Smartphone TV control, Wi-Fi connection, Media casting (images, sound, video), Integrated keyboard, Access to popular apps (Netflix, YouTube), Support for major TV brands

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $35.99 | per year |
| Original Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤖 Can be used as a TV remote
- 💡 Potential to be a useful app if it works as advertised

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Does not work as a projector app despite advertising
- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues when trying to connect to TV
- 📺 Fails to function as a proper TV remote
- 💸 Misleading advertisements that don't match the actual app
- 🤬 Overwhelming negative user feedback

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to connect to TV
- App crashing or not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Actual projection capabilities as advertised
- Reliable TV remote functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Scanner and Barcode Reader free?

QR Scanner and Barcode Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SmartRemote free?

SmartRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Scanner and Barcode Reader or SmartRemote?

SmartRemote is rated higher. QR Scanner and Barcode Reader averages 3.1 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while SmartRemote averages 4.1 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do QR Scanner and Barcode Reader or SmartRemote have ads?

SmartRemote shows ads; QR Scanner and Barcode Reader does not.

### Which is updated more often, QR Scanner and Barcode Reader or SmartRemote?

QR Scanner and Barcode Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, and SmartRemote monthly. Most recently, QR Scanner and Barcode Reader was updated on September 11, 2026 and SmartRemote 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.*