# Scan Barcode vs Authenticator & QR Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator & QR Scanner at 4.3 against Scan Barcode's 1.0. Authenticator & QR Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (41 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan Barcode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Authenticator & QR Scanner sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator & QR Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator & QR Scanner has 41 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan Barcode | Authenticator & QR Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-barcode-qr-code-reader/id6762034130/reviews) | **[4.3 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-and-qr-scanner/id6788235864/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **41** |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [EVOLLY.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1422593523) | [恩来 牛](https://appshunter.io/developer/1870449048) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan Barcode

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

Quickly scan and generate QR codes and barcodes with this user-friendly utility. Connect to Wi-Fi, check product details, share contact information, and create custom codes for various uses. Organize your scan history and share codes easily.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly, Create custom QR codes, Scan from camera or photos, Organized scan history, Share codes via message or email, Generate codes for links, contacts, Wi-Fi

**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 |


### Authenticator & QR Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-and-qr-scanner/id6788235864)

This utility app allows users to quickly scan QR codes and barcodes, view scan history, and create custom QR codes for various information like links, text, and Wi-Fi. It offers a simple interface for managing and sharing generated codes.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Create custom QR codes, Save scan history, Share and export codes, User-friendly interface

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator 1 Week Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| qrcode 1 Week Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| qrcode 1 Week Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| qrcode 1 Week Plus | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| qrcode 1 Week VIP | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| qrcode 1 Week Pro | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| qrcode 1 Week Pro | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| qrcode 1 Year Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| qrcode 1 Year Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| Authenticator 1 Year Pro | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan Barcode free?

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

### Is Authenticator & QR Scanner free?

Authenticator & QR Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scan Barcode or Authenticator & QR Scanner?

Authenticator & QR Scanner is rated higher. Scan Barcode averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Authenticator & QR Scanner averages 4.3 from 41 ratings.

### Do Scan Barcode or Authenticator & QR Scanner have ads?

Scan Barcode shows ads; Authenticator & QR Scanner does not.

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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.*