QR Code Reader barcode Reader vs QR Code Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR Code Reader barcode Reader
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A free QR code scanner app designed for simplicity and intuitive operation. Launch the app to instantly activate the camera and quickly scan QR codes. You can also scan QR codes from images in your photo album. Key Features: • Fast startup with precise scanning • Ability to read QR codes from photo albums • Built-in flashlight for low-light environments • Compatible with both QR codes and barcodes • Automatically saves scan history for easy review • Quickly check barcode products with online search
QR Code Scanner
This app quickly and accurately scans QR codes and barcodes using your iPhone camera. It features autofocus, a scan history, and the ability to read codes from photos or in low light conditions.
- Reads QR codes/barcodes in 0.1 seconds
- Autofocus function
- Automatic scan history saving
- Reads from photo albums
- Reads in dark places
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Official Japanese-made QR code reader Accurately reads QR codes/barcodes in just 0.1 seconds. Anyone can use it automatically and easily by simply holding up the iPhone camera. ＜Main features＞ - Autofocus function works even with camera shake - Automatically saves scan history - Can read from photo albums - Can read in dark places
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: QR Code Scanner at every 10 days against QR Code Reader barcode Reader's every 4 months. QR Code Reader barcode Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
QR Code Reader barcode Reader ships an update every 4 months, QR Code Scanner every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Code Reader barcode Reader | QR Code Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shufu Lin | mirai sato |
In-app purchases
QR Code Reader barcode Reader
No in-app purchases
QR Code Scanner
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is QR Code Reader barcode Reader free?
Is QR Code Scanner free?
Do QR Code Reader barcode Reader or QR Code Scanner have ads?
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader barcode Reader or QR Code Scanner?
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