Comparison

QR & Barcode Scanner Max vs QR Maker

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

Head to head
About

QR & Barcode Scanner Max

Instantly scan and decode any QR code or barcode with your device's camera. Generate personalized QR codes for various purposes, including social media and business integration. Customize your codes and enjoy an ad-free experience with pro features.

Highlights
  • Instant QR & barcode scanning
  • Product lookup
  • Universal code generator
  • Social media integration
  • QR code customization
  • Ad-free experience (Pro)
Features
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Scan any QR or barcode in seconds — 100% FREE. Instantly get product info, create and share codes, and customize them to fit your needs. Fast, easy, and reliable ◉ FREE FEATURES: • INSTANT SCAN & DECODE Scan any QR code or barcode instantly by simply pointing your camera. Supports scanning from both camera and media library for maximum flexibility • BARCODE SCANNING Product Lookup. Retrieve detailed product information • UNIVERSAl CODE GENERATOR Create personalized QR codes for URLs, SMS, phone calls, emails, Wi‑Fi access, geo‑locations, etc. ◉ PRO FEATURES: • SOCIAL MEDIA & BUSINESS INTEGRATION Generate QR codes for top social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Spotify, Viber, Twitter, WhatsApp and more. Seamlessly integrate QR codes into marketing materials, product packaging, and business workflows to boost engagement and streamline operations • QR CODE CUSTOMIZATION Adjust the frame color, background, and code color to highlight your brand or personal style. And also: - Unlimited code scanning - Social‑media QR‑code creation and additional formats - Advanced design customization options - Ad‑free experience for maximum comfort and productivity - Payments will be charged to Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions are billed weekly or annually at the rate based on the subscription plan. - The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://jkmobile.org/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://jkmobile.org/privacy-policy/

About

QR Maker

Features
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Create it. Scan it. Share it. QR Maker combines a QR code generator and scanner in one app. Turn a website link, Wi-Fi details or a contact into a QR code, then read codes with your camera or from gallery photos. One code for the details you share Create QR codes for URLs, Wi-Fi, vCard contacts, text, email and SMS. Share a café menu, guest Wi-Fi or your contact details without typing them out again. Make it yours Choose foreground and background colors and the image size. See a real QR preview before saving the image to your gallery or sharing it with another app. Scan with a camera or a photo Point your camera at a QR code or select an image from your gallery. Review the contents before opening a link, copying or sharing. Warnings highlight suspicious URL patterns. Keep your codes and scan history Your QR collection and scan history are stored on your device. Search your scans and mark favorites to find them again. Change the link, keep the QR Dynamic QR codes let you change the destination URL while keeping the same code image. They require sign-in and an internet connection, and include scan counts. Free features and ad credits Static QR creation and scanning are free with ads. Dynamic QR uses credits earned from rewarded ads: 1 credit for 24 hours, 5 for 7 days or 15 for 30 days. Available in six languages English, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, Simplified Chinese and French. Support: dev@doublew.io Privacy policy: https://doublew.io/qrmaker/privacy

Screenshots

QR & Barcode Scanner Max4 screens
QR Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Maker at none against QR & Barcode Scanner Max's 5. On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QR & Barcode Scanner Max sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. QR Maker asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
QR & Barcode Scanner Max versus QR Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR & Barcode Scanner MaxQR Maker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.7K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJ.K. Mobile LLCDoublew

In-app purchases

5 purchases

QR & Barcode Scanner Max

Subscriptions5
  • Special Offer3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription$9.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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  • Yearly subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription$39.991 Year
None

QR Maker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR & Barcode Scanner Max free?
QR & Barcode Scanner Max is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Maker free?
QR Maker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR & Barcode Scanner Max or QR Maker have ads?
Both QR & Barcode Scanner Max and QR Maker show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR & Barcode Scanner Max or QR Maker?
QR & Barcode Scanner Max ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Maker every 2 weeks. Most recently, QR & Barcode Scanner Max was updated on October 30, 2026 and QR Maker on October 31, 2026.

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