Comparison

Authenticator & QR Scanner vs QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator & QR Scanner

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
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Scan everyday codes. Set up 2FA from QR codes. Keep verification codes and passwords close at hand. Authenticator & QR Scanner brings QR and barcode scanning together with practical tools for the accounts and links behind those codes. Scan an account’s setup QR code to add time-based verification codes, keep its login details in Passwords, open related links in the in-app browser, or scan a product barcode to explore available prices. SCAN QR CODES & BARCODES Use your camera or choose an image from Photos to scan QR codes and common barcodes. Open links, read information, and save useful results for later. SET UP 2FA FROM A QR CODE Scan a compatible 2FA setup QR code or enter a secret key to add a TOTP account. View time-based verification codes in Codes and copy them when you sign in. HOTP is not supported. KEEP PASSWORDS ORGANIZED Save account names, usernames, and passwords in Passwords. Search your entries and copy the details you need. CHECK PASSWORD SECURITY Review password strength and check a password against known breach data. A check can help identify a password you may want to change, but it cannot guarantee that an account or password is safe. PROTECT YOUR SAVED ACCOUNTS Passwords and TOTP secrets are stored in the iOS Keychain on this device with cloud sync disabled. Enable optional Face ID and Privacy Mode. Password backups are encrypted with a backup password. TOTP exports are not encrypted and include setup secrets, so the app warns you before export. BROWSE SCANNED LINKS Open scan-related links or find a service’s 2FA setup page in the in-app browser. The Browser highlights HTTPS status and starts fresh after an app restart by clearing tabs, cookies, and website data. Bookmarks remain on your device until you remove them. Websites still receive normal network information and anything you choose to submit. COMPARE PRODUCT PRICES Scan supported product barcodes to view product details and compare available prices. Results and availability vary by product and retailer. SCAN MORE AT ONCE Capture multiple codes in one batch and keep the results together. CREATE & SHARE QR CODES Create QR codes for websites, text, Wi-Fi networks, contact details, and more. Save or share them in just a few taps. FIND YOUR PAST SCANS Return to useful links, barcodes, and product information from your scan history. MORE QR TOOLS Use More to access product authenticity checks, QR creation, PDF tools, Settings, and browser controls. PREMIUM ACCESS An active subscription is required to process scan results, add or import verification-code accounts and passwords, and run password breach checks. One membership includes eligible QR/barcode scanning, 2FA code, and password features. Existing saved records remain viewable and exportable after expiration. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Weekly and yearly auto-renewable subscriptions may be available. Plans, prices, trial or introductory-offer eligibility, and terms vary by storefront and are shown before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm your purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account subscription settings. Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/qr-code-scanner-codeblink Terms of Use https://sites.google.com/view/qr-code-scanner-codeblink-term

About

QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader

This app scans QR codes and barcodes, providing detailed product information and safe link checking. It also features an AI-powered product assessment and allows for the creation of custom QR codes.

Highlights
  • QR code and barcode scanning
  • Safe link checking
  • AI product assessment
  • Product information lookup
  • Custom QR code creation
  • Scan history organization
Features
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QR code reader, barcode scanner, and product scanner - all in one app. Check links, explore products, and create QR codes your way. SCAN QR CODES & BARCODES Point your camera at a code or select a photo or screenshot. Code recognition runs on your device. Scan common barcode formats, including EAN, UPC, Code 128, Code 39, and ITF, or enter a barcode number manually. CHECK LINKS BEFORE YOU OPEN THEM Safe Scanning checks links on your device for suspicious patterns, such as look-alike website addresses. See a "Looks Safe" badge or a warning before opening a link, then decide how to proceed. Link checks cannot detect every online threat. SMART RESULTS FOR EVERY SCAN Open, copy, or share links and connect to Wi-Fi from scan results. Get tailored result screens for contacts, phone numbers, email addresses, and text. CHECK PRODUCTS WITH AI Take 1-2 photos of sneakers, bags, food, or supplements. Get an AI assessment with a detail checklist and highlighted areas on your photos to help you review visible features and possible inconsistencies. AI can make mistakes. Results are not proof of authenticity or safety. EXPLORE PRODUCT DETAILS Scan a food barcode to view available Open Food Facts data: calories, protein, carbs, fat, ingredients, and allergens, plus Nutri-Score nutrition ratings and NOVA food processing groups. Search for products on Google or Amazon. Availability varies by product. Always check the product label for ingredients and allergens. CREATE QR CODES Use the built-in QR code generator to create codes for websites, Wi-Fi networks, contacts, email, SMS, phone numbers, and plain text. Share guest Wi-Fi, put contact details on a business card, or turn a link into a scannable code. CUSTOMIZE YOUR QR CODES Choose colors and gradients, change module shapes, round the elements, and add your logo. Make a design that matches your personal style, business card, or product packaging. Save created codes to your library and share them through the iOS share menu. KEEP YOUR SCANS ORGANIZED Find past scans in a history grouped by date. Delete individual entries or clear the entire history. The app has no ads and supports light and dark themes. SCANNING & QR CREATION LIMITS Scan with your camera or photos, save history, check links, and search Google or Amazon without usage limits. Create up to three QR codes without a subscription. Subscribe for unlimited QR creation. Download QR code reader and barcode scanner to scan safely, check products with AI, and create custom QR codes in one app. QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. Subscription Information: - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period;the cost of the renewal will be indicated in advance. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off automatic renewal at any time in your Apple ID account settings. - You can cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID settings. All prices include applicable local taxes. - If a free trial is offered, any unused portion will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. - After the free trial ends, if offered, the subscription automatically renews at the regular price unless canceled before the end of the trial period. Privacy Policy: https://footclo.uk/privacy-policy/index.html Terms of Use: https://footclo.uk/terms-of-service/index.html

Screenshots

Authenticator & QR Scanner4 screens
QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Authenticator & QR Scanner at every 6 days against QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader's fortnightly. Authenticator & QR Scanner also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (41 vs 12). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Authenticator & QR Scanner sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Authenticator & QR Scanner against 4.2 for QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 41 and 12 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator & QR Scanner ships an update every 6 days, QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Authenticator & QR Scanner versus QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator & QR ScannerQR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (41 ratings) — better4.2 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings41 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB55 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer恩来 牛AI Filter Lab: Editor & Generator

Customer experience

Authenticator & QR Scanner

All ratings41 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative14.6%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Authenticator & QR Scanner

Subscriptions10
  • Authenticator 1 Week Pro3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • qrcode 1 Week Pro$9.997 Days
  • qrcode 1 Week Pro7 Days trial$9.997 Days
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  • qrcode 1 Week Plus$12.997 Days
  • qrcode 1 Week VIP$14.997 Days
  • qrcode 1 Week Pro3 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • qrcode 1 Week Pro7 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • qrcode 1 Year Pro$29.991 Year
  • qrcode 1 Year Pro$34.991 Year
  • Authenticator 1 Year Pro$59.991 Year
6 purchases

QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader

Subscriptions5
  • QR Scanner Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • QR Scanner Premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • QR Scanner Premium$19.991 Year
Show 2 more
  • QR Scanner Premium$39.991 Year
  • QR Scanner Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • QR Scanner Print Pack$14.99

Questions

Is Authenticator & QR Scanner free?
Authenticator & QR Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator & QR Scanner or QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader?
Authenticator & QR Scanner is rated higher. Authenticator & QR Scanner averages 4.3 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader averages 4.2 from 12 ratings.
Do Authenticator & QR Scanner or QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader have ads?
Neither Authenticator & QR Scanner nor QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator & QR Scanner or QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader?
Authenticator & QR Scanner ships an update every 6 days, and QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader fortnightly. Most recently, Authenticator & QR Scanner was updated on November 13, 2026 and QR Code Scanner-Barcode Reader on November 13, 2026.

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