Comparison

QR Reader Barcode Scanner vs Scanner

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader Barcode Scanner

Features
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QR Reader Barcode Scanner is your ultimate tool for scanning and decoding any QR code or barcode with speed and accuracy. Designed with a clean, user-friendly interface, this app makes scanning easier than ever β€” simply point your camera and get instant results within seconds. It supports all popular formats including QR codes, EAN, UPC, ISBN, and many more, making it perfect for shopping, comparing prices, finding product details, or accessing websites and digital content quickly. Whether you need to scan business cards, payment codes, Wi-Fi passwords, or promotional offers, this smart scanner does it all. With built-in history tracking, you can easily view your past scans anytime. Plus, it’s lightweight, secure, and works perfectly even in low-light conditions. QR Reader Barcode Scanner is the must-have app that saves you time, simplifies your life, and keeps you connected to the digital world with just one scan. Subscription Details Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account upon purchase confirmation and at the start of each renewal term. Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription unless canceled. To avoid charges, cancel your subscription or free trial in iTunes settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. The cancellation takes effect the day after the last day of the current period, and you will be downgraded to the free service. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the trial period. Privacy Policy - https://www.termsfeed.com/live/b7027c79-e3b1-404b-b343-289ba76146df Terms & Conditions - https://www.termsfeed.com/live/df68184a-6498-43fd-9b5d-22119bbbbbfa

About

Scanner

Features
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Scanner reads QR codes and barcodes the moment you point your camera at them β€” and tells you what's inside, in plain words. On iPhone and iPad. WHAT IT UNDERSTANDS β€’ Links – open them in your browser (with a warning for unencrypted http links) β€’ Wi-Fi codes – see the network name and copy the password in one tap β€’ Contacts (vCard, MeCard) – name, phone, email at a glance β€’ Email, phone numbers, text messages and map locations – open the right app directly β€’ Product barcodes (EAN, UPC) – look the product up on the web β€’ Everything else – copy or share the text ALSO β€’ Scan a code from a photo in your library β€’ Flashlight for dark places (on devices that have one), tap to focus β€’ History of your scans, with swipe to delete and undo β€’ Light and dark mode β€’ On iPad: any orientation, plus Split View and Stage Manager. The camera needs Scanner to be the only app on screen; scanning from a photo works in any layout PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account, no ads, no tracking. Codes are read on your device by Apple's built-in Vision framework. Your scans and history stay on your iPhone or iPad; nothing is sent anywhere unless you choose to open or share it. Supported formats: QR Code, Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, Codabar, ITF.

Screenshots

QR Reader Barcode Scanner4 screens
Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scanner at none against QR Reader Barcode Scanner's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Reader Barcode Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
QR Reader Barcode Scanner versus Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader Barcode ScannerScanner
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size9 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZEN TECHTudor-Mihai Popescu

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Reader Barcode Scanner

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
None

Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Reader Barcode Scanner free?
QR Reader Barcode Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scanner free?
Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Reader Barcode Scanner or Scanner have ads?
Neither QR Reader Barcode Scanner nor Scanner shows ads.

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