Comparison

FirstApps QR Code Generator vs QuickQR

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

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FirstApps QR Code Generator

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Instant QR Generation — right from your iPhone. QR Generator by First Apps makes creating QR codes effortless. Simply enter any URL and watch a high-quality QR code appear in real time. No buttons to press, no waiting — just type and it's done. FEATURES - Real-Time Generation — Your QR code updates instantly as you type, with no extra steps. - High-Quality Output — Generates crisp, high-resolution QR codes powered by Core Image, perfect for printing or digital use. - Save to Photos — Save your QR code directly to your photo library in PNG format with one tap. - Share Anywhere — Use the built-in share sheet to send your QR code via Messages, Mail, AirDrop, or any other app. - Clean, Modern Design — A minimal, distraction-free interface that gets out of your way and lets you focus on the task. - No Account Required — No sign-ups, no subscriptions, no ads. Open the app and start generating. - Privacy First — QR Generator works entirely on your device. Your data never leaves your phone. PERFECT FOR - Sharing website links quickly - Creating QR codes for business cards or flyers - Encoding URLs for presentations and events - Sending links to nearby devices Built with SwiftUI and designed to feel native on every iPhone. Lightweight, fast, and focused on doing one thing exceptionally well.

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QuickQR

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QuickQR is the fastest, cleanest way to create and scan QR codes on iPhone and iPad. Whether you're sharing a Wi-Fi password, a website, a phone number, or your menu, QuickQR turns it into a beautiful, scannable QR code in seconds — no ads, no sign-up, no fluff. Designed for speed and built for everyday use, QuickQR pairs a powerful generator with a lightning-fast scanner and a full history of everything you've made. Customize colors, drop in a logo, add a background image, and export a QR code that actually looks like your brand. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Generate QR codes from text, URLs, email addresses, phone numbers, SMS messages, and Wi-Fi credentials • Scan any QR code instantly with the built-in camera scanner • Customize foreground and background colors with a full color picker • Add a logo to the center of your QR code • Use a custom image as the background • Adjust padding and error-correction level for the perfect fit • Save every code automatically to your private history • Mark codes as favorites for one-tap access • Share, copy, or save QR codes as high-resolution images PERFECT FOR • Restaurants & cafés — share digital menus, Wi-Fi passwords, and reviews • Small businesses — link to your storefront, booking page, or socials • Event organizers — print tickets, RSVPs, and check-in codes • Real estate — connect listings to virtual tours and contact info • Teachers & students — share assignments, links, and study resources • Anyone — send your Wi-Fi to guests without typing a single character SUPPORTED QR CODE TYPES • Plain text — notes, messages, anything • URL — open a website in any browser • Email — pre-fill recipient, subject, and body • Phone — start a call with one tap • SMS — pre-fill a text message • Wi-Fi — connect with a scan (WPA, WPA2, WEP, and open networks) CUSTOMIZATION THAT STANDS OUT QuickQR isn't just black squares on white. Every code is yours to design: • Pick any foreground and background color combination • Upload a logo to anchor your brand in the center of the code • Use a photo or pattern as the QR background • Choose error-correction levels (L, M, Q, H) so logos and color overlays stay scannable • Fine-tune padding to match your layout — from edge-to-edge to bordered Live preview shows your changes instantly so you can iterate without guessing. PRIVACY FIRST Your QR codes are yours. QuickQR runs entirely on-device: • No account required • No tracking, no analytics, no ads • Your camera feed never leaves your phone • Your QR history is stored locally on your device We don't see what you scan or create — and we don't want to. BUILT FOR iOS • Native SwiftUI design that feels right at home on iPhone and iPad • Dark Mode and Light Mode support • Dynamic Type and full VoiceOver accessibility • Works offline — no internet required to generate or scan • Optimized for the latest iOS with smooth animations and instant response FREE TO USE QuickQR is free, with no hidden paywalls on core features. Generate as many QR codes as you want, scan as many as you need, and keep your full history on-device. SUPPORT & FEEDBACK We read every email. If you have an idea, a bug, or just want to say hi, tap "Contact Support" in the app's Settings and tell us what you need. Thanks for choosing QuickQR — we hope it earns a permanent spot on your Home Screen.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: QuickQR at 2 against FirstApps QR Code Generator's —. On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
FirstApps QR Code Generator versus QuickQR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFirstApps QR Code GeneratorQuickQR
PriceFreeFree
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNoNo
Devices—iPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReimer Digital LLCNirav Parmar

In-app purchases

None

FirstApps QR Code Generator

No in-app purchases

None

QuickQR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FirstApps QR Code Generator free?
FirstApps QR Code Generator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QuickQR free?
QuickQR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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