Comparison

QR Code Scanner Pro * vs QR Scanner

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Scanner Pro *

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for sharing, marketing, or product information. Features include auto-scan mode, the ability to save and organize codes, and quick sharing options. Unlock premium features with a subscription for unlimited scans and advanced functionalities.

Highlights
  • QR Code & Barcode Scanner
  • Create Custom QR Codes
  • Barcode Reader
  • Share Codes Easily
  • Auto Scan Mode
  • Save & Organize Codes
Features
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Scan, create, and manage every QR code and barcode — all in one beautifully simple app. QR Code Scanner Pro is the fastest way to read codes, generate your own, and keep everything organized. SCAN ANYTHING, INSTANTLY • Point your camera and get instant results for QR codes and barcodes • Read product barcodes to check items, prices, and food labels • Auto-scan mode detects codes hands-free • Open links, add contacts, connect to Wi-Fi, and more in one tap CREATE CUSTOM QR CODES • Generate codes for SMS, phone, email, and Wi-Fi • Social links: Instagram, TikTok, Telegram, WhatsApp, Facebook, Spotify and more • URLs, contacts, locations, and plain text • Customize colors and share your codes anywhere in seconds STAY ORGANIZED • Every scan and creation is saved to your history • Find, reuse, and share past codes anytime • Light and dark mode, clean and intuitive design WHY QR CODE SCANNER PRO • Fast and accurate scanning • Simple, modern interface • Everything you need in one app Download QR Code Scanner Pro and turn your camera into the only code scanner and generator you'll ever need. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://qrcodescannerpro.com/privacy

About

QR Scanner

This app quickly scans QR and barcodes from your camera or photo library. It also allows you to generate custom QR codes with various options. All data is processed locally for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Real-time camera scanning
  • Image recognition from photo library
  • Customizable QR code generation
  • Local history records
  • Sharing and export options
  • Multilingual support
Features
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QR Scanner is a lightweight, fast, and privacy-friendly QR and barcode tool app. It provides real-time camera scanning, image recognition from the photo library, and customizable QR code generation. The app supports history records, sharing, and multilingual localization. All scanning data is processed locally and never uploaded to developer servers. Core Features Camera Scan: Real-time detection of QR and barcodes with quick focus and recognition hints. Album Recognition: Identify codes from images in your photo library. QR Code Generation: Create QR codes from text or links with customizable color, size, and error correction. History Records: Save scan or generation history locally with favorites and search management. Share & Export: Share or save scan results or generated QR images via the system share sheet. Multi-language Support: Provides localized interfaces and texts in multiple languages. Typical Usage Grant camera and photo access upon first launch. Use the “Scan” tab for real-time detection; enable flashlight if needed. In “Generate,” input text or links to preview and save QR codes. Manage local records in “History,” with favorites and delete options. Access subscriptions and help from the “Settings” page. Subscription & Purchase Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage Subscription: Manage or cancel in your device account settings. Restore Purchase: Available in “Settings” for restoring after reinstall or device change. Privacy Policy: https://www.forapp.store/QrCode/privacy-en.html Terms of Service: https://www.forapp.store/QrCode/terms-en.html Support & Contact App page & help: https://www.forapp.store/QrCode/ Email: devapptian@gmail.com

Screenshots

QR Code Scanner Pro *4 screens
QR Scanner3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Scanner at 5.0 against QR Code Scanner Pro *'s 4.4. QR Scanner also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 84%) and device support (3 vs 1). QR Code Scanner Pro *'s advantage is ratings volume (326 vs 6) and chart position (#122 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, 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. QR Code Scanner Pro * sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and QR Scanner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Scanner Pro * has 326 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of QR Code Scanner Pro *'s written reviews are positive against 100% of QR Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and July 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
QR Code Scanner Pro * versus QR Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Scanner Pro *QR Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (326 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews84.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings326 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#122 — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTalzo Media Ltf.启鹏 田

Customer experience

QR Code Scanner Pro *

All ratings326 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral5.2%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive84.0%
Neutral2.0%
Negative14.0%

QR Scanner

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

QR Code Scanner Pro *

Requested features

4 requests
  • Venmo
  • Hulu
  • Libby
  • eSIM

QR Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Code Scanner Pro *

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription noTrial Special7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription 27 Days trial$9.997 Days
5 purchases

QR Scanner

Subscriptions4
  • Personal Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Enterprise Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Personal Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime Purchase$29.99

Questions

Is QR Code Scanner Pro * free?
QR Code Scanner Pro * is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Scanner Pro * or QR Scanner?
QR Scanner is rated higher. QR Code Scanner Pro * averages 4.4 out of 5 from 326 ratings, while QR Scanner averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do QR Code Scanner Pro * or QR Scanner have ads?
Both QR Code Scanner Pro * and QR Scanner show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Scanner Pro * or QR Scanner?
QR Code Scanner Pro * ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Scanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Scanner Pro * was updated on September 21, 2026 and QR Scanner on July 17, 2026.

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