Comparison

QR Code Scanner vs iScan

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

This app allows you to quickly scan various QR codes and barcodes, including Wi-Fi credentials, contact information, and URLs. It also enables you to create custom QR codes with personalized branding and social media links.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Create social media QR codes
  • Scan Wi-Fi, contact, and URL codes
  • Personalize codes with logos and colors
  • Optimized for iOS speed and performance
Features
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QR – Smart QR Code Reader & Generator Your all-in-one QR code reader, QR scanner, and QR code generator for iPhone. QR is the fastest, most intuitive way to scan QR codes, barcodes, and create your own custom codes—all in one sleek, privacy-first app. SCAN ANYTHING Effortlessly scan QR codes, barcodes, WiFi codes, contact cards, URLs, and more. Whether it's on a product, a flyer, or a screen, QR reads it instantly and reliably. GENERATE CUSTOM CODES Stand out with personalized QR code and barcode generator features. Add your logo, choose colors, and create professional-grade codes for business, events, and more. BUILT FOR IPHONE Optimized for speed and simplicity, QR code scanner for iPhone delivers lightning-fast results with native performance and seamless iOS integration. Bonus Feature: Instantly generate social QR codes that link to your Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and more—perfect for creators, influencers, and businesses who want to connect with their audience in one tap. * In order to use QR Code Scanner you need to purchase the Lilucat Pro which is an annual or weekly service. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and auto-renews at the same price unless disabled in iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your subscription can be managed in your iTunes Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Links Terms of Service: https://qrcodereaderapp.lilucat.com/legal/terms Privacy: https://qrcodereaderapp.lilucat.com/legal/privacy

About

iScan

Features
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QR code and barcode scanning

Screenshots

QR Code Scanner4 screens
iScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iScan at none against QR Code Scanner's 8. iScan also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence 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 Code Scanner sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. iScan asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Scanner ships an update every 9 days, iScan every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Code Scanner versus iScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code ScanneriScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (100 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings100 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLilucat佳璐 李

In-app purchases

8 purchases

QR Code Scanner

Subscriptions5
  • QR Scanner$2.997 Days
  • QR Code Scanner3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • QR Code Scanner$9.997 Days
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  • QR Scanner$9.991 Year
  • QR Code Scanner & Generator$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • QR ScannerFree
  • QR Scanner$19.99
  • QR Code Scanner$49.99
None

iScan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Scanner free?
QR Code Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iScan free?
iScan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Code Scanner or iScan have ads?
QR Code Scanner shows ads; iScan does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Scanner or iScan?
QR Code Scanner ships an update every 9 days, and iScan every 2 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Scanner was updated on November 8, 2026 and iScan on October 31, 2026.

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