Comparison

Scan QR Code vs QR Code Reader

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

Head to head
About

Scan QR Code

Instantly scan and decode a wide variety of QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera or media library. Create, save, and share custom QR codes for URLs, Wi-Fi, and more. Access product information and restaurant menus quickly.

Highlights
  • Universal QR and barcode scanning
  • Scan from camera or media library
  • Create and share custom QR codes
  • Product information lookup
  • Instant menu access
  • Scan history log
  • Apple Watch compatibility
Features
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# Quickly scan any QR code or barcode! Use your camera to automatically detect and read QR codes and barcodes. Compatible with all major QR code and barcode formats, our app ensures a seamless scanning experience. Instantly create, save and share customized QRs for quick access to URLs, Wi-Fi connections, and more. Download now and transform your device into a powerful QR code reader. - Universal Scanning Instantly decode a wide variety of QR codes and barcodes including UPC, CODE93, PDF41, INTERLEAVED2OF5, ITF14, EAN13, DATAMATRIX, QR CODE, EAN8, CODE 128, AZTEC, COD39, CODE39MOD43. - Instant QR Code Reader Scan QR codes and barcodes using your camera or directly from your media library. - Create Your Codes Generate your own QR codes and barcodes, perfect for sharing information, links, or for promotional activities. - Product Insights on the Fly Obtain detailed information about products such as nutritional facts and health indicators by scanning barcodes. - Apple Watch Compatible Easily generate simple QR codes or access your history right from your wrist. - Instant Menu Access Gain immediate entry to restaurant menus by scanning QR codes, streamlining your dining and ordering process. You can access previous menus from your scanning history anytime. - History Log Maintain a comprehensive record of all your scans, keeping essential information readily accessible for future use. - Privacy Protected Secure your scanning history with Face ID to safeguard against unauthorized access. Terms of Use: https://netsismobile.com/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://netsismobile.com/privacy.html

About

QR Code Reader

Instantly scan, create, and manage QR codes and barcodes. Get product details, connect to Wi-Fi, save contacts, and generate custom QR codes with various styles. Works offline for scanning.

Highlights
  • Universal code scanning
  • Smart content recognition
  • Barcode product lookup
  • Batch scanning mode
  • Customizable QR code creator
  • Scan history and library
  • Import from photos
Features
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QR Scanner — your all-in-one tool for scanning, creating, and managing QR codes and barcodes. Instantly read any code with your camera, get detailed product information from barcodes, and create beautifully customized QR codes for any purpose. Whether you need to scan a product barcode at the store to check nutritional details, read a QR code from a flyer, connect to a WiFi network, save a contact card, or generate your own personalized QR codes with custom colors and shapes, QR Scanner handles it all in one fast, reliable app. All scanning and code creation works entirely on your device. No internet connection is required for reading QR codes and barcodes. Product lookups use a lightweight API call, but core scanning is fully offline and instant. Key Features - Universal Code Scanner Point your camera at any QR code or barcode and get results in milliseconds. Supports QR Code, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, and ITF-14. The scanner automatically detects the format and content type without any manual selection. - Smart Content Recognition Every scanned code is analyzed and categorized automatically. URLs open in browser, phone numbers offer a call button, WiFi codes reveal network credentials with a tap-to-copy password, vCards let you save contacts directly, email and SMS codes pre-fill your message, and geo coordinates show a live map preview with directions. - Barcode Product Lookup Scan any product barcode to see its country of origin, brand name, product photo, Nutri-Score rating, and a full nutritional breakdown including calories, protein, fat, and carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced from the Open Food Facts database covering millions of products worldwide. - Batch Scanning Mode Scan multiple codes in a single session without stopping the camera. A real-time counter tracks your progress, duplicate codes are filtered automatically, and all results are saved to your history. Perfect for inventory checks, event management, or processing stacks of packages. - QR Code Creator with Full Customization Generate QR codes for URLs, phone numbers, emails, SMS, contacts, WiFi networks, locations, App Store links, social media profiles, and plain text. Customize every detail: choose dot colors, background colors, dot shapes (square, circle, rounded, diamond, star), and eye patterns (square, circle, rounded, leaf). Export as PNG, share, print, or copy to clipboard. - Scan History and Code Library Every scan is saved automatically with full details. Browse your complete scan history, tap any entry to see the full result with all structured data and action buttons. Created QR codes are stored in a separate library with their custom styles preserved. - Import from Photos Pick any image from your photo library and the app will detect and read QR codes embedded in screenshots, photos, or saved images. Subscription Information Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. If offered, the free trial period will expire if you purchase a premium subscription before it ends. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Some features of QR Scanner require an active premium subscription, available as an in-app purchase. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-03-11-91 Terms of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use-03-11-4

Screenshots

Scan QR Code4 screens
QR Code Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: QR Code Reader at free against Scan QR Code's free with in-app purchases. QR Code Reader also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (daily vs every 5 days). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Scan QR Code sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scan QR Code ships an update every 5 days, QR Code Reader daily. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Scan QR Code versus QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan QR CodeQR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (11 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNetsis Mobile FZCOJESUS SRL

Customer experience

Scan QR Code

All ratings11 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral9.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative50.0%

QR Code Reader

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Scan QR Code

Subscriptions5
  • QR Code Reader$4.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Barcode & QR Scanner3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Barcode & QR Scanner$39.991 Year
  • Barcode & QR Scanner$49.991 Year
3 purchases

QR Code Reader

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$19.991 Month
  • Pro Subscription3 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Scan QR Code free?
Scan QR Code 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, Scan QR Code or QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader is rated higher. Scan QR Code averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Scan QR Code or QR Code Reader have ads?
Neither Scan QR Code nor QR Code Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scan QR Code or QR Code Reader?
Scan QR Code ships an update every 5 days, and QR Code Reader daily. Most recently, Scan QR Code was updated on September 26, 2026 and QR Code Reader on September 19, 2026.

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