# Scan QR Code Now vs QR Scanner Pro *

The clearest difference is rating: Scan QR Code Now at 4.6 against QR Scanner Pro *'s 4.1. Scan QR Code Now also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 67%) and ratings volume (12K vs 1.3K). QR Scanner Pro *'s advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan QR Code Now sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and QR Scanner Pro * sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scan QR Code Now holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan QR Code Now has 12K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Scan QR Code Now's written reviews are positive against 67% of QR Scanner Pro *'s.

Scan QR Code Now ships an update every 10 days, QR Scanner Pro * every 8 days. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan QR Code Now | QR Scanner Pro * |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6503708537/reviews)** | [4.1 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-pro/id6505138540/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 1.3K |
| Positive reviews | **87.5% of reviews** | 67.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#19** | #83 |
| Size | 91 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sparktonic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711861522) | [Mild](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758744510) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan QR Code Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6503708537)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Grossing · Utilities, #184 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access information, find deals, or create your own codes. Features auto-scan, safe browsing, and sharing options. Offers premium features through subscription.

**Highlights:** QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner, Create & Share QR Codes, Auto Scan functionality, Discover Deals & Coupons, Safe Browsing for links, Save & Share Scan History

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Scan QR Code Now | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro User | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly - Unlock all features | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly - Unlock all features | $9.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent app
- ⭐ Great QR code reader
- ⭐ Works as expected
- ⭐ Fun to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💔 Scam app, don't download
- 💔 Doesn't deliver on promises

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


### QR Scanner Pro *

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-pro/id6505138540)

**Currently charting:** #83 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Effortlessly scan and create QR codes and barcodes. This app offers instant scanning, custom QR code generation, and barcode reading for various items. Save your scan history and share codes easily.

**Highlights:** QR Code Scanner, Create QR Codes, Barcode Scanner, Share QR Codes, Auto Scan, Archive and Save

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| qrfun | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with certain devices
- Subscription issues
- Unreliable performance

**Requested features**

- Clearer subscription information
- Easier subscription cancellation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan QR Code Now free?

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

### Is QR Scanner Pro * free?

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

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

Scan QR Code Now is rated higher. Scan QR Code Now averages 4.6 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while QR Scanner Pro * averages 4.1 from 1.3K ratings.

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

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

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

Scan QR Code Now ships an update every 10 days, and QR Scanner Pro * every 8 days. Most recently, Scan QR Code Now was updated on September 23, 2026 and QR Scanner Pro * on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Scan QR Code Now or QR Scanner Pro *?

Scan QR Code Now currently peaks at #19 in the App Store charts, and QR Scanner Pro * at #83. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*