# Scan QR Code vs QR Code Reader

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader at 5.0 against Scan QR Code's 4.2. Scan QR Code's advantage is ratings volume (466 vs 7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan QR Code has 466 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scan QR Code ships an update every 9 days, QR Code Reader every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan QR Code | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (466 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-qr-scanner/id6752369716/reviews) | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-smart-scan/id6764343157/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **466** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [090Bravo Hong Kong Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843050449) | [Appselect Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709322114) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan QR Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-qr-scanner/id6752369716)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription With Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 WEEK FULL VERSION BASIC | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 YEAR FULL VERSION BASIC | $59.99 | per year |


### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-smart-scan/id6764343157)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera. Generate custom QR codes for links, Wi-Fi, and more, with options to personalize their appearance. Offers batch scanning and safe browsing features.

**Highlights:** QR code and barcode scanning, Custom QR code generation, QR code customization, Auto and batch scan modes, Safe browsing for links, Scan history, Export scan results to CSV

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week Plus | $8.99 | per 7 days |


## 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?

QR Code Reader is rated higher. Scan QR Code averages 4.2 out of 5 from 466 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.

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

Both Scan QR Code and QR Code Reader show ads.

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

Scan QR Code ships an update every 9 days, and QR Code Reader every 5 days. Most recently, Scan QR Code was updated on October 11, 2026 and QR Code Reader on October 8, 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.*