Comparison

Scan QR Code vs QR Scanner & Barcode Reader +

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

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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/

About

QR Scanner & Barcode Reader +

This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes, providing details and search options. It also allows users to generate their own QR codes for various information types and maintains a history of all scans.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning
  • Barcode scanning
  • Product barcode lookup
  • Online search of scanned items
  • QR code generation
  • Scan history saving
  • Clean user interface
Features
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QR Code Reader & Scanner is a fast, simple scanner app for everyday use. Scan QR codes, read product barcodes, look up barcode details when available, search scanned items online, create your own QR codes and keep scan history in one clean app. Main features: • QR code reader • QR scanner • QR code scanner • Barcode scanner • UPC scanner • Barcode lookup • Product details when available • Search scanned items on Google, Bing, Amazon and eBay • QR code generator • Create QR codes for websites • Create QR codes for phone numbers, email and text • Save scan history • Clean and easy-to-use design Perfect for: • Reading QR codes • Scanning barcodes • Looking up product information • Creating QR codes • Saving recent scans • Fast everyday scanning A lightweight QR code reader and barcode scanner built for quick, reliable use. Functional links to the privacy policy and Terms of Use (EULA): Privacy Policy | Terms of Use https://web.codehatten.com/barcode-scanner

Screenshots

Scan QR Code4 screens
QR Scanner & Barcode Reader +4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + at 5.0 against Scan QR Code's 4.2. QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + also leads on ads (none vs shown). Scan QR Code's advantage is ratings volume (457 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Scan QR Code sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Scanner & Barcode 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 457 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Scan QR Code versus QR Scanner & Barcode Reader +: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan QR CodeQR Scanner & Barcode Reader +
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (457 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings457 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer090Bravo Hong Kong LimitedCodehatten

Customer experience

Scan QR Code

All ratings457 ratings
Positive79.0%
Neutral4.2%
Negative16.8%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive52.2%
Neutral4.3%
Negative43.5%

QR Scanner & Barcode Reader +

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Scan QR Code

Subscriptions3
  • 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
2 purchases

QR Scanner & Barcode Reader +

Subscriptions2
  • Access Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Access Annual Plan3 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Scan QR Code free?
Scan QR Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + free?
QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scan QR Code or QR Scanner & Barcode Reader +?
QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + is rated higher. Scan QR Code averages 4.2 out of 5 from 457 ratings, while QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Scan QR Code or QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + have ads?
Scan QR Code shows ads; QR Scanner & Barcode Reader + does not.

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