# QR Code Reader vs QR & Barcode Scanner

The clearest difference is monetization model: QR & Barcode Scanner at free with in-app purchases against QR Code Reader's subscription. QR & Barcode Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown). QR Code Reader's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 3) and chart position (#196 vs unranked). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and QR & Barcode Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for QR Code Reader against 4.7 for QR & Barcode Scanner. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader has 1.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader | QR & Barcode Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-qr-ace-scanner/id6751625696/reviews) | **[4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-and-barcode-scanner-codescan/id6755817550/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 87.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#196** | — |
| Size | 41 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) | [Sopiko Muladze](https://appshunter.io/developer/1775400761) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-qr-ace-scanner/id6751625696)

**Currently charting:** #196 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes to provide detailed product information, including price comparisons and authenticity verification. It also allows for the generation of custom QR codes for various data types.

**Highlights:** Instant price checks across major platforms, Detailed product information (nutrition, allergens), Barcode authenticity verification, Batch scanning and image import, Customizable QR code generator, Scan history and favorites, Export scan results to CSV/Excel

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium - Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


### QR & Barcode Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-and-barcode-scanner-codescan/id6755817550)

Easily scan, generate, and organize QR codes and barcodes. Access detailed information, perform web lookups, and create custom codes for various purposes. Ideal for managing inventory, business needs, or everyday code scanning.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Generate custom QR codes and barcodes, Detailed barcode information and web lookup, Batch scanning for multiple codes, Organize codes into groups, Share generated codes

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CodeScan - Pro Plan | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| CodeScan - Pro Plan | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader free?

QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR & Barcode Scanner free?

QR & Barcode Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader or QR & Barcode Scanner?

QR & Barcode Scanner is rated higher. QR Code Reader averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while QR & Barcode Scanner averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader or QR & Barcode Scanner have ads?

QR Code Reader shows ads; QR & Barcode Scanner does not.

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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.*