Comparison

QR Code Scanner vs QRReader

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

Head to head

Simple and fast QR code reader

Free

🔧 Utilities

★ 4.73 ratingsView app →

About

QR Code Scanner

Features

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Ứng Dụng Quét Mã QR - Nhanh Chóng và Dễ Dàng - Quét QRCode, Barcode - Đọc Qrcode từ ảnh - Tạo mã QRCode, Barcode từ text - Lưu ảnh QRCode, Barcode

About

QRReader

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes with a simple, fast application. Save your scan history, easily copy and share content, and use a light mode for dark environments. No internet connection is needed for safe and reliable scanning.

Highlights

Scan QR codes and barcodes
Save scan history
Copy and share scanned content
Light mode for dark environments
Offline scanning capability

Features

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This app is a super simple and fast QR code reader. Just open the app and point your camera at a QR code to scan it instantly. No complicated operations required, making it easy for beginners to use.\n\n【Main Features】\n・Scan QR codes and barcodes\n・Save scan history\n・Easily copy and share URLs or text\n・Use light mode for scanning in dark environments\n・No internet connection required for safety\n\nPerfect for those looking for a quick and reliable QR code reader. Download now and try it out!

Screenshots

QR Code Scanner3 screens

QRReader1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Code Scanner at none against QRReader's 2. QR Code Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). On price 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. QRReader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. QR Code Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, QRReader every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level

QR Code Scanner versus QRReader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	QR Code Scanner	QRReader
Price	Free	Free
Rating	—	4.7 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings	—	3 — better
Update frequency	Every 3 weeks — better	Every 6 months
Ads	No — better	Yes
In-app purchases	No — better	Yes
Monetization	—	Free with in-app purchases
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod	iPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS	12.0 — better	15.0
Further details — not scored
Size	30 MB	74 MB
Age rating	4+	4+
Developer	Nam Tran	kota tada

In-app purchases

None

QR Code Scanner

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

QRReader

Subscriptions2

Ad-free for 1 month7 Days trial$4.991 Month
Ad-free for 1 year14 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Code Scanner free?

QR Code Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is QRReader free?

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

Do QR Code Scanner or QRReader have ads?

QRReader shows ads; QR Code Scanner does not.

Which is updated more often, QR Code Scanner or QRReader?

QR Code Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, and QRReader every 6 months. Most recently, QR Code Scanner was updated on October 1, 2026 and QRReader on October 17, 2026.