# Scan QR Code vs QR Code Reader

The clearest difference is rating: Scan QR Code at 4.5 against QR Code Reader's 3.9. Scan QR Code also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). QR Code Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (139 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan QR Code sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scan QR Code holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader has 139 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scan QR Code ships an update every 3 days, QR Code Reader every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan QR Code | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-create-qr-code/id6749255628/reviews)** | [3.9 (139 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-readerbarcode-scanner/id6752232744/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **139** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 114 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kailash Naiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829611060) | [My Thu Nguyen Thi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1838373822) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan QR Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-create-qr-code/id6749255628)

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes with this fast, secure tool. Generate custom QR codes for various information, scan product barcodes, and even convert images to PDF. Keep a history of all your scans for easy access.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Create custom QR codes, Scan lottery tickets, Convert images to PDF, Object recognition, Scan history

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $59.99 | per year |


### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-readerbarcode-scanner/id6752232744)

Instantly scan and read QR codes and barcodes to access information, product details, or website links. Create your own custom QR codes for Wi-Fi, contacts, events, and more. Organize your scan history for easy access and sharing.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes instantly, Read barcodes effortlessly, Create custom QR codes, Access scan history, Generate codes for Wi-Fi and contacts

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan QR Code free?

Scan QR Code 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, Scan QR Code or QR Code Reader?

Scan QR Code is rated higher. Scan QR Code averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 3.9 from 139 ratings.

### Do Scan QR Code or QR Code Reader have ads?

Scan QR Code shows ads; QR Code Reader does not.

### Which is updated more often, Scan QR Code or QR Code Reader?

Scan QR Code ships an update every 3 days, and QR Code Reader every 2 weeks. Most recently, Scan QR Code was updated on October 6, 2026 and QR Code Reader on October 13, 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.*