# QR Scanner Pro * vs QR Code Reader

The clearest difference is monetization model: QR Scanner Pro * at freemium against QR Code Reader's subscription. QR Scanner Pro * also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#83 vs unranked). QR Code Reader's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (89% vs 65%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.5K and 1.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of QR Scanner Pro *'s written reviews are positive against 89% of QR Code Reader's.

QR Scanner Pro * ships an update every 8 days, QR Code Reader every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Scanner Pro * | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-pro/id6505138540/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-qr-ace-scanner/id6751625696/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 1.4K |
| Positive reviews | 65.2% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#83** | — |
| Size | 18 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mild](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758744510) | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Scanner Pro *

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

**Currently charting:** #83 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-qr-ace-scanner/id6751625696)

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes to provide detailed product information, including price comparisons and authenticity verification. It also allows for the generation of custom QR codes for various data types.

**Highlights:** Instant price checks across major platforms, Detailed product information (nutrition, allergens), Barcode authenticity verification, Batch scanning and image import, Customizable QR code generator, Scan history and favorites, Export scan results to CSV/Excel

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium - Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## 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 1.5K ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 4.6 from 1.4K 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 every 10 days. Most recently, QR Scanner Pro * was updated on October 30, 2026 and QR Code Reader on October 30, 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.*