Comparison

LC Designer vs Barcode Scanner | QR Reader

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

Head to head
About

LC Designer

Features
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LC Designer allows to connect through wi-fi to all DATASENSING DS4 Standard barriers and perform all necessary operations: 1. Monitoring the status of the device 2. Check the alignment of the device beams 3. Check the value of the device inputs and outputs 4. Configure the device functions: pattern match, blanking 5. Change the parameters associated to the barrier's functions 6. Read messages of configuration errors or faults 7. Read the documentation of the device related to the barrier's functions and parameters All information related to DATASENSING DS4 barriers are available on the website www.datasensing.com

About

Barcode Scanner | QR Reader

Easily scan and decode barcodes and QR codes from your camera or saved images. Quickly access decoded information like text, links, and contacts with options to copy, save, or open.

Highlights
  • Real-time camera scanning
  • Scan from gallery images
  • Manual numeric input
  • Automatic content detection
  • Copy, save, or open decoded info
  • Scan history management
  • Share codes and content
Features
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Barcode Scanner | QR Reader — Fast & Accurate Scan Utility Barcode Scanner | QR Reader offers a straightforward way to scan and recognize barcodes and QR codes in real time or from saved images. The app helps decode various types of content — text, links, contacts, and more — with quick actions for copying, saving, or opening information. Barcode Scanning – Real-time scanning through the device camera. – Recognition from photos selected in the gallery. – Manual numeric input for decoding. – Automatic content detection, including text, URLs, contacts, and other formats. – Instant copy, save, or open actions. – Clear error messages in case of scanning issues. QR Code Scanning – Real-time QR recognition via the camera. – Scanning from gallery images. – Automatic identification of the code’s content with quick interaction options. Saved Data Management – History for storing previously scanned and created codes. – Adjustable number of recent entries displayed. – Edit or delete saved items anytime. – Share codes or their content through messengers, social platforms, email, and more. Share & Copy – Copy decoded content to the clipboard instantly. – Share information across apps with one tap. Premium Access Unlock full functionality with a subscription or one-time purchase: Unlimited barcode and QR code scanning. Without a subscription, you can scan 1 QR code and 1 barcode. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SW7GKWlqs3pcILUYz_t3uHAcvppmygsno3zCngoaXuY/edit?usp=sharing Terms & Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1axUmH8_jxTXKZunc1NxY0Ah6ni3N0swDnWjEWQqo_F8/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

LC Designer4 screens
Barcode Scanner | QR Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LC Designer at none against Barcode Scanner | QR Reader's 3. LC Designer also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). Barcode Scanner | QR Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 12 months). On price and ads 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. Barcode Scanner | QR Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. LC Designer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LC Designer ships an update every 12 months, Barcode Scanner | QR Reader every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
LC Designer versus Barcode Scanner | QR Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLC DesignerBarcode Scanner | QR Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDatasensing S.r.l.HD CINCINNATI OH LLC

In-app purchases

None

LC Designer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Barcode Scanner | QR Reader

Subscriptions2
  • Scanner Premium$4.997 Days
  • Scanner & Reader Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • Scanner & Reader One-time$119.99

Questions

Is LC Designer free?
LC Designer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Barcode Scanner | QR Reader free?
Barcode Scanner | QR Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LC Designer or Barcode Scanner | QR Reader have ads?
Neither LC Designer nor Barcode Scanner | QR Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LC Designer or Barcode Scanner | QR Reader?
LC Designer ships an update every 12 months, and Barcode Scanner | QR Reader every 4 months. Most recently, LC Designer was updated on September 18, 2026 and Barcode Scanner | QR Reader on October 14, 2026.

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