# QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode vs VitalScan

The clearest difference is ads: VitalScan at none against QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode's shown. VitalScan also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode's advantage is review sentiment (18% vs 9%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and VitalScan sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode against 4.5 for VitalScan. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.6K and 2.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 18% of QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode's written reviews are positive against 9% of VitalScan's.

QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode ships an update every 10 days, VitalScan weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode | VitalScan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-scan-barcode/id6504796378/reviews)** | [4.5 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vitalscan-wellness-mirror/id6758564907/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.6K** | 2.8K |
| Positive reviews | **18.2% of reviews** | 9.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #149 | **#87** |
| Size | 128 MB | 154 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [BEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581766117) | [CyberNex Networks Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789688521) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-scan-barcode/id6504796378)

**Currently charting:** #149 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes with this efficient and reliable app. Access URLs, contact info, product details, and more. Create custom QR codes and manage your scan history.

**Highlights:** Accurate QR and barcode scanning, QR code generation, Scan history tracking, Share and export codes, Customization options for generated codes

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scan QR Code - Best Sale | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access to QR Code Feature | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock Scan QR Code | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Barcode Reader Premium Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock Scan QR Code - Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock All QR Code features | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock Scan QR Code - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock Scan QR Code & Barcode | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Code & Barcode - Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock Scan QR Code | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock Scan QR Code - 1 Year | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlock Scan QR Code - Pro | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful QR code generator

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🔒 Filled with dark patterns
- 💰 Tricked into weekly subscription
- 🤖 Good reviews are bots
- 🔒 Anything useful is behind paywall

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't do anything but show ads
- Scans take you to unexpected websites

**Requested features**

- Add barcode generator feature


### VitalScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vitalscan-wellness-mirror/id6758564907)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app uses your phone's camera to analyze facial blood flow and provide instant health insights like heart rate, stress levels, and BMI. It offers trend analysis and bite-sized explanations, all while prioritizing user privacy with no ads or data selling.

**Highlights:** AI-powered facial scanning, Heart rate and HRV estimation, Stress and breathing rate analysis, BMI and skin age estimation, 7-day and 30-day trend tracking, Bite-sized health insights, Private and ad-free experience

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Easina Weekly Membership | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| VitalScan Weekly Membership | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| VitalScan Weekly Membership | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| VitalScan Annual Membership | $29.99 | per year |
| Easina Annual Membership | $39.99 | per year |
| VitalScan Annual Membership | $39.99 | per year |
| VitalScan Annual Membership | $59.99 | per year |
| VitalScan Annual Membership | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode free?

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

### Is VitalScan free?

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

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode or VitalScan?

QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode is rated higher. QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while VitalScan averages 4.5 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode or VitalScan have ads?

QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode shows ads; VitalScan does not.

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

QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode ships an update every 10 days, and VitalScan weekly. Most recently, QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode was updated on October 15, 2026 and VitalScan on October 14, 2026.

### Which is more popular, QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode or VitalScan?

QR Code Reader, Scan Barcode currently peaks at #149 in the App Store charts, and VitalScan at #87. 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.*