Comparison

My QR Code Scanner & Reader. vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

My QR Code Scanner & Reader.

Quickly scan and decode QR codes and barcodes from your camera or gallery. Access URLs, Wi-Fi, contacts, and more instantly. Save your scan history and create custom QR codes with a subscription.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Decode links, Wi-Fi, contacts, text
  • Scan from camera or gallery
  • Save scan history
  • Create custom QR codes
  • Ad-free experience (subscription)
Features
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--- Fast QR scan + barcode reader now! --- + Decode links, Wi-Fi, and contacts fast _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Our app offers a seamless way to quickly and efficiently scan and decode all types of QR codes. With its intuitive interface and lightning-fast scanning capabilities, users can instantly access URLs, contact information, text, Wi-Fi details, and more by simply pointing their camera at the QR code. The app supports both QR codes and barcodes, providing a versatile scanning experience for everyday use. Key Features: - Effortlessly scan QR Codes and various barcodes - Ability to save scan history - Scan from both live camera feed and gallery images After purchasing an auto-renewable subscription, you will gain access to all features, such as: - Unlimited QR Code Scanning: Scan an unlimited number of QR codes. - Ad-Free Experience: Enjoy uninterrupted scanning without any ads. - Custom QR Code Creation: Generate and customize your own QR codes for URLs, text, Wi-Fi, and more. Subscription Information: - Your account will be automatically charged for the subscription plan within 24 hours before the end of the free trial period. - You can cancel auto-renewal at any time, as long as it is done at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Privacy Policy: https://zipoapps.com/qrcodescanios/privacy Terms of Use: https://zipoapps.com/qrcodescanios/terms

About

Authenticator

Securely manage your two-factor authentication tokens and passwords in one place. This app offers offline code generation and a private in-app browser. Free users can manage existing codes and passwords, while premium subscribers gain unlimited creation and secure browsing.

Highlights
  • Organize 2FA tokens and passwords
  • Offline code generation
  • Built-in secure browser
  • Manage existing codes and passwords (free)
  • Unlimited code/password creation (premium)
  • Face ID access
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Auth Master – Secure 2FA & Password Management Effortlessly organize and protect your two‑factor authentication tokens and passwords all in one place. Auth Master keeps your sensitive data safe on your iPhone — no network needed for codes, plus a built‑in secure browser for private browsing on the go. Free Features: – View, edit, rename, and delete your existing 2FA codes – View, edit, rename, and delete your stored passwords – Access full Settings suite: 1. Rate the app 2. Share Auth Master with friends 3. Contact us via email 4. View Privacy Policy & Terms of Use 5. Restore purchases 6. Set or change your app passcode 7. Enable Face ID for instant access Premium Features (subscription required): – Add and create unlimited 2FA codes (via QR‑scan or manual Secret Key entry) – Save and generate unlimited passwords – Browse securely with our in‑app encrypted browser (no history saved) Subscription Plans: – Weekly: $4.99 – Monthly: $17.99 – Annual: $49.99 Adding and creating 2FA codes, adding passwords, and secure browsing require an active subscription. Viewing, editing, and deleting existing codes and passwords and all Settings features are always free. Payment is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation. Subscriptions auto‑renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your iTunes Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-for-2FA-Authenticator-07-22 Terms of Use: https://telegra.ph/2FA-Authenticator-Terms-of-Use-07-22

Screenshots

My QR Code Scanner & Reader.4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Authenticator at weekly against My QR Code Scanner & Reader.'s every 2 months. Authenticator also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). My QR Code Scanner & Reader.'s advantage is ratings volume (118 vs 26). On price, rating, 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. My QR Code Scanner & Reader. sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for My QR Code Scanner & Reader. against 4.5 for Authenticator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 118 and 26 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My QR Code Scanner & Reader. ships an update every 2 months, Authenticator weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
My QR Code Scanner & Reader. versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy QR Code Scanner & Reader.Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (118 ratings) — better4.5 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings118 — better26
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZipoAppsTimon Scherzinger

Customer experience

My QR Code Scanner & Reader.

All ratings118 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral5.9%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Authenticator

All ratings25 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

My QR Code Scanner & Reader.

Subscriptions10
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • One week subscription$6.997 Days
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  • One week trial subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$49.991 Year
3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$17.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is My QR Code Scanner & Reader. free?
My QR Code Scanner & Reader. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, My QR Code Scanner & Reader. or Authenticator?
My QR Code Scanner & Reader. is rated higher. My QR Code Scanner & Reader. averages 4.6 out of 5 from 118 ratings, while Authenticator averages 4.5 from 26 ratings.
Do My QR Code Scanner & Reader. or Authenticator have ads?
Both My QR Code Scanner & Reader. and Authenticator show ads.
Which is updated more often, My QR Code Scanner & Reader. or Authenticator?
My QR Code Scanner & Reader. ships an update every 2 months, and Authenticator weekly. Most recently, My QR Code Scanner & Reader. was updated on November 4, 2026 and Authenticator on November 5, 2026.

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