QR vs Multi Barcode Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
QR
This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes without manual input. It automatically detects and reads codes simply by pointing your device, making it an essential tool for fast and convenient scanning.
- Fastest QR code and barcode scanning
- Automatic scanning and reading
- No button presses required
- Point-and-scan functionality
- Essential iOS utility
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The QR & Barcode Scanner app is the fastest QR code and barcode scanner available. This QR & Barcode Scanner is an essential QR reader for every iOS device, offering unparalleled speed and convenience for all your scanning needs. The QR & Barcode Scanner / QR code reader is extremely easy to use. With its quick scan feature built in, you simply point the QR code scanner free app at the QR code or barcode you want to scan, and the QR scanner will automatically start scanning and reading it. There's no need to press any buttons, take photos, or adjust zoom, as the barcode reader works automatically and efficiently.
Multi Barcode Scanner
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Multi Barcode Scanner is an innovative app that allows you to scan multiple barcodes and QR codes simultaneously. It streamlines barcode processing, enhancing work efficiency and everyday convenience. Key Features: - Instant Scanning The camera launches automatically when you open the app, allowing immediate scanning. - Simultaneous Multi-Barcode Reading Detects and distinguishes multiple barcodes at once, even if they are close together, and saves them individually. - History Management Automatically saves past scan results with images. Easily open links or copy text. - Supports Various Barcode Formats Compatible with QR codes, JAN codes, EAN, Code 128, and many more. - Image Analysis Feature Extracts and scans barcodes from images stored on your device. Useful in These Situations: - Quickly access a specific QR code, even when multiple codes are clustered together. - Efficiently collect data from product labels, shipping slips, and other barcode-heavy environments. - Retrieve past scan results easily for future reference. With Multi Barcode Scanner, simplify barcode operations effortlessly! (*) QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: QR at none against Multi Barcode Scanner's shown. QR also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 months. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.
| Parameter | QR | Multi Barcode Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | โ |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 โ better | 18.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Chun Chih Lin | Sho Watanabe |
In-app purchases
QR
No in-app purchases
Multi Barcode Scanner
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is QR free?
Is Multi Barcode Scanner free?
Do QR or Multi Barcode Scanner have ads?
Which is updated more often, QR or Multi Barcode Scanner?
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