Comparison

QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker vs QReel

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker

Features
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QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker is the ultimate app for anyone who needs a simple, reliable, and fast solution to scan or generate QR codes. With its intuitive design and powerful features, the app makes it effortless to scan QR codes instantly using your iPhone’s camera. Whether you’re accessing websites, connecting to Wi-Fi, saving contact details, or making payments, QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker ensures every scan is quick and accurate. Creating your own QR codes is just as easy. The app allows you to generate custom QR codes for links, text, phone numbers, emails, Wi-Fi access, and more. Share them instantly with friends, colleagues, or customers. QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker is perfect for both personal and professional use, helping you save time, stay organized, and share information with just a single scan. Designed with privacy and security in mind, the app scans QR codes locally without sending your data to external servers. It’s lightweight, fast, and works even in low-light conditions. Whether you need a tool for business, education, or daily life, QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker gives you the freedom to connect and create anywhere, anytime.

About

QReel

Design visually appealing QR codes with custom colors, logos, and branding. Track scan statistics in real-time to understand engagement with your codes. Organize and manage all your created QR codes within the app.

Highlights
  • Customizable colors and gradients
  • Add logos and images
  • Real-time scan tracking
  • Unlimited QR code saves
  • High-resolution export
  • Organize and manage designs
Features
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QReel is the QR code generator built for people who care about design. Create beautiful, fully customized QR codes in seconds — turn a text prompt into scannable AI art, then track exactly how many times your codes are scanned, right from the app. GENERATE AI QR ART (Pro) Describe any scene and QReel generates a one-of-a-kind QR code that looks like art Every AI code stays fully scannable — the design is the code Save your generated codes to your library and reopen them anytime Content is automatically screened to keep the feature safe DESIGN YOUR QR CODE Choose any color or gradient for your pattern and background Drop your own logo or image into the center of any QR code Browse curated color presets to match your brand instantly Export high-resolution QR codes ready for print or digital use TRACK YOUR SCANS (Pro) See how many times each QR code has been scanned, in real time Know when your menus, flyers, business cards, and links get used Scan analytics live in your library, no third-party dashboard needed SAVE & ORGANIZE (Pro) Save unlimited QR codes to your personal library Rename, update, and re-access any design instantly One tap to load a saved code and keep editing QREEL PRO Upgrade to Pro for AI QR art, scan tracking, unlimited saves, and the full design suite. Subscribe monthly or annually — cancel any time. PERFECT FOR Small business owners sharing menus, hours, or contact info Marketers tracking print and digital campaign performance Creators adding branded, one-of-a-kind QR codes to content and merch Anyone who needs a QR code that looks as good as it works Questions? Reach us at support@qreel.app — QReel offers an optional auto-renewing subscription (QReel Pro): $2.99/month or $29.99/year. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at purchase confirmation. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://qreel.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://qreel.app/privacy

Screenshots

QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker3 screens
QReel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker at 15.6 against QReel's 26.0. 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. QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and QReel sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker versus QReel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader & QR Code MakerQReel
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOmar AhmedJohn Gordon

In-app purchases

2 purchases

QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Access (Weekly)3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Access (Yearly)$49.991 Year
6 purchases

QReel

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro Subscription$2.991 Month
  • QReel Pro Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • Mini$0.99
  • Tip$2.99
  • Pro Tip$5.99
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  • Pro Max Tip$9.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker free?
QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QReel free?
QReel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker or QReel have ads?
Neither QR Code Reader & QR Code Maker nor QReel shows ads.

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