Comparison

QR Code 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

QR Code Reader

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Create beautiful QR codes with your logo, colors, and style - in seconds. Scan any QR code or barcode instantly. No sign-up needed. DESIGN YOUR QR CODE - Add your logo or brand icon - Pick custom colors and dot styles - High-res PNG export for print and digital use - Perfect for menus, packaging, and business cards GENERATE ANY TYPE - URL and website links - Wi-Fi: share your network without typing - vCard and contact info - Social media profiles - Email, SMS, phone number - Plain text and more SCAN INSTANTLY - QR codes and all major barcode formats - Scan history saved automatically - Works offline, no sign-up needed BUILT FOR EVERYONE - Small businesses and restaurants - Freelancers and creatives - Events and check-ins - Personal use and social profiles PRO UNLOCK — $2.99 ONE TIME - Custom logo QR codes - Color and style creator - High-res PNG export, no watermark - No ads, ever - One-time purchase of $2.99, no subscription, no hidden fees - Payment charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase - No automatic renewals Download QREKA — QR code maker, barcode scanner, and label creator. No sign-up. No subscription. Privacy Policy: https://qreka.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://qreka.com/terms End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

QR Scanner

This utility app quickly scans and generates QR codes with various customization options. It offers smart actions for scanned content, a comprehensive history, and multiple scanning modes for different needs. Privacy is a top priority, with all data kept on the device.

Highlights
  • Instant QR code scanning
  • QR code generation with customization
  • Smart actions for scanned content
  • Full scan history with notes and favorites
  • Three scanning modes (Auto, Manual, Batch)
  • Privacy-focused, no data collection
  • Supports multiple barcode formats
Features
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The fastest, most complete QR code scanner on the App Store — and it's completely free with no ads, no subscriptions, and no limits. INSTANT SCANNING Powered by AVFoundation, QR Scanner locks onto codes in milliseconds. Continuous auto-focus, hardware-accelerated zoom, and a real-time viewfinder make scanning effortless — even in low light with the built-in torch. QR CODE GENERATOR Create your own QR codes in seconds. Generate codes for: Websites and URLs Wi-Fi networks (shareable with one tap) Email with subject and body pre-filled Phone numbers Contact cards (vCard) Any text Customise the colour, background, and error correction level. Save to your photo library or share instantly. Every code you generate is saved to a history so you can reshare anytime. SMART ACTIONS QR Scanner understands what it scans. Tap a result to: Open URLs directly in Safari Call or message phone numbers Compose emails Join Wi-Fi networks automatically Save contacts to your address book FULL SCAN HISTORY Every scan is saved and searchable. Add personal notes, mark favourites, sort by date or type, and filter to find exactly what you need. URLs even show the page title instead of the raw link. THREE SCAN MODES Choose how you want to scan: Auto — codes are captured instantly the moment they're detected (default) Manual — the camera detects the code, then waits for you to tap a Scan button before saving. Perfect for reviewing codes before committing Batch — rapid continuous scanning with no interruptions and a live counter. Built for events, inventory, and anywhere you need to scan many codes fast PRIVACY FIRST Everything stays on your device. No account required, no data collected, no analytics, no tracking. Your scan history is yours alone. DETAILS: Pinch-to-zoom and smooth hardware-accelerated zoom slider Per-type haptic feedback — different feel for URLs, Wi-Fi, contacts and more Optional scan sound Auto-copy scanned content to clipboard Avoid duplicate entries — each code saved only once Full Dynamic Type support for accessibility Spotlight search — find scans from the iOS home screen Configurable scan cooldown Supports QR Code, EAN-8, EAN-13, PDF417, Aztec, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, DataMatrix, UPC-E, and ITF-14.

Screenshots

QR Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Scanner at none against QR Code Reader's 1. QR Scanner also leads on device support. On price and iOS requirement 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. QR Code Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. QR Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
QR Code Reader versus QR Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code ReaderQR Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
Ads—No
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
Devices—iPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBekir OgurluErik Auranaune

In-app purchases

1 purchases

QR Code Reader

One-time1
  • Lifetime$2.99
None

QR Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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