Comparison

Barcode Scanner and Reader + vs QR Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Scanner and Reader +

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Quickly scan and create QR codes and barcodes with our all-in-one app. Effortlessly recognize different code types, including URLs, Wi-Fi credentials, contacts, vCards, and more. Keep track of every scan with detailed histories, timestamps, and categories. Easily generate custom QR codes for text, links, emails, SMS, or Wi-Fi networks, with options to preview and export as PNG or PDF. Share your codes instantly using the built-in Share Sheet. The free version gives you essential features such as basic QR code creation, scanning, and a 10-item scan history. Upgrade to Premium for unlimited QR code generation, support for all data types (including social media links, music streaming platforms, and more), and an unlimited scan archive. Subscriptions & Purchases: - Weekly — $4.99 - Monthly — $12.99 - Yearly — $39.99 - Lifetime — $59.99 Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime through your device’s settings. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gJqfEQGiz65TbF_4vyb9UhJzrquTqrmWf5HaGOcioDA/edit?tab=t.0 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

QR Scanner

This app quickly scans QR and barcodes from your camera or photo library. It also allows you to generate custom QR codes with various options. All data is processed locally for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Real-time camera scanning
  • Image recognition from photo library
  • Customizable QR code generation
  • Local history records
  • Sharing and export options
  • Multilingual support
Features
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QR Scanner is a lightweight, fast, and privacy-friendly QR and barcode tool app. It provides real-time camera scanning, image recognition from the photo library, and customizable QR code generation. The app supports history records, sharing, and multilingual localization. All scanning data is processed locally and never uploaded to developer servers. Core Features Camera Scan: Real-time detection of QR and barcodes with quick focus and recognition hints. Album Recognition: Identify codes from images in your photo library. QR Code Generation: Create QR codes from text or links with customizable color, size, and error correction. History Records: Save scan or generation history locally with favorites and search management. Share & Export: Share or save scan results or generated QR images via the system share sheet. Multi-language Support: Provides localized interfaces and texts in multiple languages. Typical Usage Grant camera and photo access upon first launch. Use the “Scan” tab for real-time detection; enable flashlight if needed. In “Generate,” input text or links to preview and save QR codes. Manage local records in “History,” with favorites and delete options. Access subscriptions and help from the “Settings” page. Subscription & Purchase Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage Subscription: Manage or cancel in your device account settings. Restore Purchase: Available in “Settings” for restoring after reinstall or device change. Privacy Policy: https://www.forapp.store/QrCode/privacy-en.html Terms of Service: https://www.forapp.store/QrCode/terms-en.html Support & Contact App page & help: https://www.forapp.store/QrCode/ Email: devapptian@gmail.com

Screenshots

Barcode Scanner and Reader +4 screens
QR Scanner3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Barcode Scanner and Reader + at none against QR Scanner's shown. Barcode Scanner and Reader + also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). QR Scanner's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, 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. Barcode Scanner and Reader + sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and QR Scanner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Scanner and Reader + ships an update every 3 months, QR Scanner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and July 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Barcode Scanner and Reader + versus QR Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode Scanner and Reader +QR Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleksii Danylenko启鹏 田

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Barcode Scanner and Reader +

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly-Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
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  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
5 purchases

QR Scanner

Subscriptions4
  • Personal Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Enterprise Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Personal Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime Purchase$29.99

Questions

Is Barcode Scanner and Reader + free?
Barcode Scanner and Reader + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Barcode Scanner and Reader + or QR Scanner have ads?
QR Scanner shows ads; Barcode Scanner and Reader + does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Scanner and Reader + or QR Scanner?
Barcode Scanner and Reader + ships an update every 3 months, and QR Scanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, Barcode Scanner and Reader + was updated on September 15, 2026 and QR Scanner on July 17, 2026.

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