# Measuring Tape AR. vs QR Code Reader

The clearest difference is monetization model: Measuring Tape AR. at freemium against QR Code Reader's subscription. Measuring Tape AR. also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 10 days). QR Code Reader's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 15). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Measuring Tape AR. sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader has 1.2K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Measuring Tape AR. ships an update every 5 days, QR Code Reader every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Measuring Tape AR. | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measuring-tape-ar/id6744727439/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-qr-ace-scanner/id6751625696/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 87.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#198** |
| Size | 25 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [hoper bel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809098867) | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) |

## What reviewers say

### Measuring Tape AR.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measuring-tape-ar/id6744727439)

Transform your phone into a precise measuring tool using augmented reality. Measure lengths, heights, and room dimensions instantly through your camera, eliminating the need for a physical tape measure. Capture and save your measurements with ease.

**Highlights:** AR-based measurement, Measure length, width, and height, Automatic surface detection, Unit conversion, Capture and save measurements, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Measure PRO (weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Measure PRO (monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| Measure PRO (yearly) | $49.99 | per year |


### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-qr-ace-scanner/id6751625696)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes to provide detailed product information, including price comparisons and authenticity verification. It also allows for the generation of custom QR codes for various data types.

**Highlights:** Instant price checks across major platforms, Detailed product information (nutrition, allergens), Barcode authenticity verification, Batch scanning and image import, Customizable QR code generator, Scan history and favorites, Export scan results to CSV/Excel

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium - Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Measuring Tape AR. free?

Measuring Tape AR. 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, Measuring Tape AR. or QR Code Reader?

QR Code Reader is rated higher. Measuring Tape AR. averages 4.1 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 4.6 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Measuring Tape AR. or QR Code Reader have ads?

QR Code Reader shows ads; Measuring Tape AR. does not.

### Which is updated more often, Measuring Tape AR. or QR Code Reader?

Measuring Tape AR. ships an update every 5 days, and QR Code Reader every 10 days. Most recently, Measuring Tape AR. was updated on October 13, 2026 and QR Code Reader on October 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*