# Scan QR Code Now vs QR Code Reader

The clearest difference is rating: Scan QR Code Now at 4.6 against QR Code Reader's 3.9. Scan QR Code Now also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 50%) and ratings volume (13K vs 139). QR Code Reader'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 Code Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan QR Code Now has 13K ratings behind it against 139, 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 50% of QR Code Reader's.

Scan QR Code Now ships an update weekly, QR Code Reader every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan QR Code Now | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6503708537/reviews)** | [3.9 (139 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-readerbarcode-scanner/id6752232744/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 139 |
| Positive reviews | **87.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#19** | — |
| Size | 62 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sparktonic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711861522) | [My Thu Nguyen Thi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1838373822) |

## 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 (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 Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-readerbarcode-scanner/id6752232744)

Instantly scan and read QR codes and barcodes to access information, product details, or website links. Create your own custom QR codes for Wi-Fi, contacts, events, and more. Organize your scan history for easy access and sharing.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes instantly, Read barcodes effortlessly, Create custom QR codes, Access scan history, Generate codes for Wi-Fi and contacts

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan QR Code Now free?

Scan QR Code Now 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 Now or QR Code Reader?

Scan QR Code Now is rated higher. Scan QR Code Now averages 4.6 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 3.9 from 139 ratings.

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

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

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

Scan QR Code Now ships an update weekly, and QR Code Reader every 2 weeks. Most recently, Scan QR Code Now was updated on October 13, 2026 and QR Code Reader on October 13, 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.*