# QR Scanner Pro * vs QR Code Reader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Scanner Pro * at 67% against QR Code Reader's 0%. QR Scanner Pro * also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 10). QR Code Reader's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Scanner Pro * sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Scanner Pro * has 1.3K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of QR Scanner Pro *'s written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Code Reader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

QR Scanner Pro * ships an update every 8 days, QR Code Reader monthly. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Scanner Pro * | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-pro/id6505138540/reviews) | **[4.4 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-code-scanner/id6680185053/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | **67.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#84** | — |
| Size | 18 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mild](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758744510) | [Tech Nest](https://appshunter.io/developer/1703040252) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Scanner Pro *

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-pro/id6505138540)

**Currently charting:** #84 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Effortlessly scan and create QR codes and barcodes. This app offers instant scanning, custom QR code generation, and barcode reading for various items. Save your scan history and share codes easily.

**Highlights:** QR Code Scanner, Create QR Codes, Barcode Scanner, Share QR Codes, Auto Scan, Archive and Save

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| qrfun | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with certain devices
- Subscription issues
- Unreliable performance

**Requested features**

- Clearer subscription information
- Easier subscription cancellation


### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-code-scanner/id6680185053)

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes, providing instant access to information and links. It also allows users to generate custom QR codes for various purposes, like Wi-Fi access or contact details. Organize your scanned codes and support multiple formats.

**Highlights:** Fast QR code and barcode scanning, Generate custom QR codes, Access scanned information instantly, Organize scanned codes with folders, Support for multiple code formats, Batch scanning capabilities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR Pro Experience | $14.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Scanner Pro * free?

QR Scanner Pro * 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, QR Scanner Pro * or QR Code Reader?

QR Code Reader is rated higher. QR Scanner Pro * averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 4.4 from 10 ratings.

### Do QR Scanner Pro * or QR Code Reader have ads?

QR Code Reader shows ads; QR Scanner Pro * does not.

### Which is updated more often, QR Scanner Pro * or QR Code Reader?

QR Scanner Pro * ships an update every 8 days, and QR Code Reader monthly. Most recently, QR Scanner Pro * was updated on September 23, 2026 and QR Code Reader on September 23, 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.*