Comparison

Scan QR Code Now vs FreeScan

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Scan QR Code Now

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
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Scan QR codes fast and easy with our trusted QR code scanner for iPhone – download for FREE now! Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes. Whether you're looking up a restaurant menu, leaving a review, or making your own QR codes, this app makes it super easy! FEATURES: - QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner – Scan any code in seconds. - Create & Share QR Codes – Make your own codes to share with friends or for business. - Auto Scan – Just point your camera and it scans! - Find Deals & Coupons – Scan to discover discounts. - Safe Browsing – See where links go before clicking. - Save & Share Scans – Export scans or share right away via messaging. *SUBSCRIPTIONS You can subscribe to Scan QR Code Now to get access to premium features, like unlimited scans, code creation, and more. Try premium with a 3-day FREE trial, then just $6.99/week for unlimited scans and more! Scan QR codes fast and easy with our trusted QR code scanner for iPhone – download for FREE now! Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes. Whether you're looking up a restaurant menu, leaving a review, or making your own QR codes, this app makes it super easy! FEATURES: - QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner – Scan any code in seconds. - Create & Share QR Codes – Make your own codes to share with friends or for business. - Auto Scan – Just point your camera and it scans! - Find Deals & Coupons – Scan to discover discounts. - Safe Browsing – See where links go before clicking. - Save & Share Scans – Export scans or share right away via messaging. *SUBSCRIPTIONS You can subscribe to Scan QR Code Now to get access to premium features, like unlimited scans, code creation, and more. Try premium with a 3-day FREE trial for unlimited scans and more! Download now and start scanning! Privacy Policy: https://sparktonic.co/privacy-app.html Download now and start scanning! Privacy Policy: https://sparktonic.co/privacy-app.html Terms of Service: https://sparktonic.co/terms-apps.html

About

FreeScan

This utility app quickly scans various code formats using your device's camera. It offers a live preview, flashlight toggle, and zoom control for efficient scanning of packaging, labels, and tickets. Results can be easily copied or shared.

Highlights
  • Scan QR, Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417, and various barcode formats
  • Live camera preview with clear scan target
  • Flashlight toggle for low-light scanning
  • Smooth zoom control
  • Auto and manual focus modes
  • One-tap copy scanned text
  • Instant sharing of results
Features
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Scan QR codes and barcodes in seconds—without ads, accounts, subscriptions, or tracking. FAST, FLEXIBLE SCANNING • Scan live with your camera • Import codes from Photos or the Share Sheet • Use the flashlight in low light • Pinch or use the slider to zoom • Switch between continuous autofocus and manual focus for difficult labels QR CODES, BARCODES, AND MORE Read QR and Micro QR, Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417, MicroPDF417, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, Codabar, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-E, ITF-14, Interleaved 2 of 5, GS1 DataBar, and additional formats supported by your device. SMART RESULTS FreeScan recognizes common content and gives you useful next steps: • Preview links and review safety warnings before opening them • Copy Wi-Fi details and passwords • Compose emails, call phone numbers, or open Messages • Open coordinates in Maps • Read contact cards and calendar events • Inspect ISBN, product, and GS1 barcode details • Copy or share the original scan data BATCH SCAN AND EXPORT Collect multiple unique codes in one session. Save scans to local history, revisit previous results, and export history or batch results as CSV, JSON, or plain text. CREATE QR CODES Create a QR code from text or a URL directly on your device, then share it as an image. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your camera frames, selected photos, and scan contents stay on your device unless you choose to share a result or open an external action. FreeScan does not collect personal information, scan data, analytics, or advertising identifiers. EVERY SCANNER FEATURE IS INCLUDED There are no ads, accounts, subscriptions, or locked scanner tools. Optional tips support continued development and do not unlock features.

Screenshots

Scan QR Code Now4 screens
FreeScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FreeScan at none against Scan QR Code Now's shown. FreeScan also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Scan QR Code Now's advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 2) and chart position (#21 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FreeScan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan QR Code Now has 13K ratings behind it against 2, 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 100% of FreeScan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scan QR Code Now ships an update every 10 days, FreeScan every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Scan QR Code Now versus FreeScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan QR Code NowFreeScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (13K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#21 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSparktonic, LLCFare Brothers LLC

Customer experience

Scan QR Code Now

All ratings13,051 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.8%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews888 reviews
Positive87.0%
Neutral4.6%
Negative8.3%

FreeScan

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Scan QR Code Now

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

FreeScan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Scan QR Code Now

Subscriptions4
  • Unlock Scan QR Code Now3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro User3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly - Unlock all features3 Days trial$7.997 Days
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  • Weekly - Unlock all features3 Days trial$9.997 Days
4 purchases

FreeScan

One-time4
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$9.99
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  • Generous Tip$19.99

Questions

Is Scan QR Code Now free?
Scan QR Code Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FreeScan free?
FreeScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scan QR Code Now or FreeScan?
FreeScan is rated higher. Scan QR Code Now averages 4.6 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while FreeScan averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Scan QR Code Now or FreeScan have ads?
Scan QR Code Now shows ads; FreeScan does not.
Which is updated more often, Scan QR Code Now or FreeScan?
Scan QR Code Now ships an update every 10 days, and FreeScan every 5 days. Most recently, Scan QR Code Now was updated on October 28, 2026 and FreeScan on October 24, 2026.

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