# Scan Barcode vs QR Code Reader

Scan Barcode and QR Code Reader are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Both are free to download. Scan Barcode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan Barcode | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-smart-scan/id6764343157/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **7** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EVOLLY.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1422593523) | [Appselect Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709322114) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan Barcode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-barcode-qr-code-reader/id6762034130)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium with Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |


### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-smart-scan/id6764343157)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera. Generate custom QR codes for links, Wi-Fi, and more, with options to personalize their appearance. Offers batch scanning and safe browsing features.

**Highlights:** QR code and barcode scanning, Custom QR code generation, QR code customization, Auto and batch scan modes, Safe browsing for links, Scan history, Export scan results to CSV

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week Plus | $8.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan Barcode free?

Scan Barcode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Code Reader free?

QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Scan Barcode or QR Code Reader have ads?

Both Scan Barcode and QR Code Reader show ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*