Comparison

readme vs QR Reader & Barcode Scan

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

Head to head
About

readme

Easily catalog your book collection by scanning ISBNs or searching by title and author. Access your library anytime, anywhere to know what you own and what you want to read next. Perfect for casual readers and passionate collectors alike.

Highlights
  • Scan ISBN barcodes to add books
  • Search by author or title
  • Build and browse your library
  • Track owned books
  • Manage reading lists
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Tired of wondering which books you already own or where that one favorite is hiding? This app makes it easy to keep track of every title in your personal collection — from treasured classics to your latest bookstore finds. Add books in seconds by scanning their ISBN barcode, or find them instantly by searching for the author or title. Build and browse your library anytime, anywhere, so you always know what’s on your shelf (and what you still want to read). Whether you’re a casual reader or a passionate collector, your library is always at your fingertips!

About

QR Reader & Barcode Scan

Features
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Generate and scan QR codes effortlessly with our all-in-one QR Code app! Perfect for sharing links, Wi-Fi credentials, contact info, and more. Customize your QR codes with colors, logos, and stylish designs. * Unlimited, No Subscription, No Buy required. Key Features: • QR Code Generator: Create QR codes for URLs, Wi-Fi networks, SMS, emails, contacts, and text. • QR Code Scanner: Fast and accurate scanning of QR codes and barcodes (EAN, Code128, PDF417, etc.). • Custom Designs: Add logos, change colors, apply gradients, and round corners for a personal touch. • Save & Share: Export high-resolution QR code images to your gallery or share directly. • Secure & Private: All QR codes are generated and stored locally on your device. Whether for business or personal use, our app makes sharing information quick, simple, and stylish.

Screenshots

readme4 screens
QR Reader & Barcode Scan3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: readme at every 2 days against QR Reader & Barcode Scan's every 9 days. QR Reader & Barcode Scan's advantage is iOS requirement (14 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

readme ships an update every 2 days, QR Reader & Barcode Scan every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
readme versus QR Reader & Barcode Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterreadmeQR Reader & Barcode Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (18 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.014 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRuben MartinezVan Manh Nguyen

In-app purchases

None

readme

No in-app purchases

None

QR Reader & Barcode Scan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is readme free?
readme is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Reader & Barcode Scan free?
QR Reader & Barcode Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do readme or QR Reader & Barcode Scan have ads?
Neither readme nor QR Reader & Barcode Scan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, readme or QR Reader & Barcode Scan?
readme ships an update every 2 days, and QR Reader & Barcode Scan every 9 days. Most recently, readme was updated on October 30, 2026 and QR Reader & Barcode Scan on October 25, 2026.

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