Barcode Scanner | QR Reader vs Lufter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Barcode Scanner | QR Reader
Easily scan and decode barcodes and QR codes from your camera or saved images. Quickly access decoded information like text, links, and contacts with options to copy, save, or open.
- Real-time camera scanning
- Scan from gallery images
- Manual numeric input
- Automatic content detection
- Copy, save, or open decoded info
- Scan history management
- Share codes and content
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Barcode Scanner | QR Reader — Fast & Accurate Scan Utility Barcode Scanner | QR Reader offers a straightforward way to scan and recognize barcodes and QR codes in real time or from saved images. The app helps decode various types of content — text, links, contacts, and more — with quick actions for copying, saving, or opening information. Barcode Scanning – Real-time scanning through the device camera. – Recognition from photos selected in the gallery. – Manual numeric input for decoding. – Automatic content detection, including text, URLs, contacts, and other formats. – Instant copy, save, or open actions. – Clear error messages in case of scanning issues. QR Code Scanning – Real-time QR recognition via the camera. – Scanning from gallery images. – Automatic identification of the code’s content with quick interaction options. Saved Data Management – History for storing previously scanned and created codes. – Adjustable number of recent entries displayed. – Edit or delete saved items anytime. – Share codes or their content through messengers, social platforms, email, and more. Share & Copy – Copy decoded content to the clipboard instantly. – Share information across apps with one tap. Premium Access Unlock full functionality with a subscription or one-time purchase: Unlimited barcode and QR code scanning. Without a subscription, you can scan 1 QR code and 1 barcode. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SW7GKWlqs3pcILUYz_t3uHAcvppmygsno3zCngoaXuY/edit?usp=sharing Terms & Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1axUmH8_jxTXKZunc1NxY0Ah6ni3N0swDnWjEWQqo_F8/edit?usp=sharing
Lufter
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Lüfter Smart Air control, Connect to your lüfter device via Bluetooth to program the air system.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lufter at none against Barcode Scanner | QR Reader's 3. Lufter also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Barcode Scanner | QR Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Lufter asks for nothing beyond the download.
Barcode Scanner | QR Reader ships an update every 4 months, Lufter every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Barcode Scanner | QR Reader | Lufter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | HD CINCINNATI OH LLC | Derrick Tan |
In-app purchases
Barcode Scanner | QR Reader
- Scanner Premium$4.997 Days
- Scanner & Reader Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Scanner & Reader One-time$119.99
Lufter
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Barcode Scanner | QR Reader free?
Is Lufter free?
Do Barcode Scanner | QR Reader or Lufter have ads?
Which is updated more often, Barcode Scanner | QR Reader or Lufter?
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