Scan QR Code vs QR Maker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scan QR Code
This app offers fast and secure QR code and barcode scanning, with features like product verification and safe link analysis. It also allows for the creation of custom QR codes and includes an AI object identification tool. The modern interface ensures a smooth user experience.
- Instant QR and barcode scanning
- Safe link analysis with Google Safe Browsing
- AI object identification
- Product authenticity verification
- Custom QR code generation
- Scan from photos
- History management
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Scan smarter, faster, and safer — all in one app. QR Code & Barcode Scanner is your complete toolkit for scanning, creating, and managing any type of code instantly. Redesigned with a modern interface and strengthened with new intelligent features, the app helps you handle daily tasks with ease. What's New & Improved Product Verification: Check product authenticity by scanning supported barcodes. Safe Link Scan: Analyze URLs using Google Safe Browsing to ensure they're safe before you open them. AI Scan Object: Point your camera at any object to identify and classify it using AI. Home Screen QR Widget: Access your important QR codes instantly without opening the app. Why You'll Love It Instant Scan: Fast and accurate scanning with one simple tap. Smart Actions: Automatically open websites, join Wi-Fi networks, save contacts, and more. Scan from Photos: Detect codes inside your gallery images instantly. History Manager: Save, search, organize, and export all your past scans. Create Custom QR Codes: Generate QR codes for links, contacts, Wi-Fi, business cards, and more. Modern & Clean UI: Smooth performance, dark mode, flash support, and a refreshed layout. Privacy First: No unnecessary permissions. We never track or store your data. Perfect For Everyday users scanning QR codes for payments, Wi-Fi, events, or promotions. Businesses managing products, inventory, and product verification. Creators sharing personalized QR codes with their audience. Anyone who wants fast scanning with added safety and AI capabilities. Upgrade to Premium Unlock the full experience: unlimited scans, AI object scan, Safe Link Scan, all QR creation tools, and advanced customization. Subscription option: Weekly plan with 3-day free trial — $9.99/week Important Information: – Payment is charged to your iTunes Account after the trial period (if offered). – Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. – Renewal is charged within 24 hours before the current period ends at the same price ($9.99/week). – Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Account Settings. – Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/scan-qr-code-qr-scanner-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
QR Maker
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Create it. Scan it. Share it. QR Maker combines a QR code generator and scanner in one app. Turn a website link, Wi-Fi details or a contact into a QR code, then read codes with your camera or from gallery photos. One code for the details you share Create QR codes for URLs, Wi-Fi, vCard contacts, text, email and SMS. Share a café menu, guest Wi-Fi or your contact details without typing them out again. Make it yours Choose foreground and background colors and the image size. See a real QR preview before saving the image to your gallery or sharing it with another app. Scan with a camera or a photo Point your camera at a QR code or select an image from your gallery. Review the contents before opening a link, copying or sharing. Warnings highlight suspicious URL patterns. Keep your codes and scan history Your QR collection and scan history are stored on your device. Search your scans and mark favorites to find them again. Change the link, keep the QR Dynamic QR codes let you change the destination URL while keeping the same code image. They require sign-in and an internet connection, and include scan counts. Free features and ad credits Static QR creation and scanning are free with ads. Dynamic QR uses credits earned from rewarded ads: 1 credit for 24 hours, 5 for 7 days or 15 for 30 days. Available in six languages English, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, Simplified Chinese and French. Support: dev@doublew.io Privacy policy: https://doublew.io/qrmaker/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Maker at none against Scan QR Code's 3. On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Scan QR Code sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. QR Maker asks for nothing beyond the download.
Scan QR Code ships an update every 9 days, QR Maker every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scan QR Code | QR Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (466 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 466 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 090Bravo Hong Kong Limited | Doublew |
In-app purchases
Scan QR Code
- Weekly Subscription With Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- 1 WEEK FULL VERSION BASIC$9.997 Days
- 1 YEAR FULL VERSION BASIC$59.991 Year
QR Maker
No in-app purchases
Questions
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