Comparison

QR Scanner vs QR Reader

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

Head to head
About

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
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Scan everyday codes. Compare product prices. Keep your verification codes and passwords together. QR Scanner: 2FA & Passwords brings QR code scanning, barcode tools, and a personal Vault into one convenient app. Scan product barcodes to explore available prices, create QR codes for sharing, or scan an account's setup QR code to add two-factor authentication. 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. 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 your results together. CREATE & SHARE QR CODES Create QR codes for websites, text, Wi-Fi networks, contact details, and more. Save or share your codes in just a few taps. FIND YOUR PAST SCANS Keep a history of scanned results so you can return to useful links and product information. MANAGE VERIFICATION CODES Scan a setup QR code or enter a secret key to add a compatible two-factor authentication account. View time-based verification codes in Vault and copy them when you need to sign in. KEEP PASSWORDS ORGANIZED Store account names, usernames, and passwords in Vault. Search your saved entries and copy details when you need them. CHECK PASSWORD SECURITY Check saved passwords against known data breaches to help identify passwords you may want to change. PROTECT YOUR VAULT Vault entries are stored locally, with no cloud sync. Enable optional Face ID for access protection. Import and export your accounts locally, with encrypted backup options for passwords. REVIEW PRODUCT CHECKS Access photo-based product check reports to help inform your shopping decisions. PREMIUM ACCESS An active subscription is required to view scan results and add verification-code accounts or passwords. Premium access is available through weekly and yearly auto-renewable subscriptions. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION • Weekly subscription: Eligible subscribers can receive the first week for US$0.29, then US$19.99 per week. • Yearly subscription: US$34.99 per year. Prices above are for the U.S. storefront. Prices and offer eligibility may vary by region. The applicable price and terms 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 will be 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 Reader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access websites, menus, and product information. Generate custom QR codes for links, Wi-Fi, and social profiles. Keep a history of all your scans for quick access.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning
  • Barcode scanning
  • QR code generation
  • Scan history
  • Manual barcode search
  • Menu QR code access
Features
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QR Reader & Barcode Scanner helps you scan QR codes and barcodes, create your own QR codes, and revisit previous scans from one simple app. Use your camera to access digital menus, websites, social media links, and product information. Scan QR Codes & Barcodes Point your camera at a supported QR code or barcode to view the available information. Use it for: • Restaurant and cafe menus • Websites and URLs • Social media links • Product barcodes At a restaurant, cafe, bar, or hotel? Scan a menu QR code to open the available digital menu without typing a web address. QR Code Generator Create QR codes directly in the app for: • URLs • Wi-Fi • Social media profiles Turn supported information into a QR code that you can use or share. Barcode Search Scan supported product barcodes using your camera. If additional product information is not available directly, use Manual Barcode Search to search online for more details. Scan History Keep previous scans in one place and return to them later. Reopen previously scanned menus, websites, social links and barcodes without scanning them again. Features • QR code scanning • Barcode scanning • Menu QR codes • QR code creation • Manual barcode search • Scan history • Simple scanner interface Use QR Reader & Barcode Scanner while dining out, shopping, traveling, working, or sharing information. QR code creation, product details and nutrition lookup require a QR Reader PRO subscription Subscriptions are offered as auto-renewable plans on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis (pricing may vary by country). Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, and your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple Account Settings after purchase. If a free trial is offered, any unused portion of the trial period will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. For questions or support, contact us at: support@codescan.pro Privacy Policy: https://codescan.pro/privacy Terms of Use: https://codescan.pro/terms

Screenshots

QR Scanner4 screens
QR Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Scanner at none against QR Reader's shown. QR Scanner also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.8) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. QR Scanner sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and QR Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 41 and 24 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Scanner ships an update every 6 days, QR Reader every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Scanner versus QR Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR ScannerQR Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (41 ratings) — better3.8 (24 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings41 — better24
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB103 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer恩来 牛HUBX

Customer experience

QR Scanner

All ratings37 ratings
Positive86.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

QR Reader

All ratings24 ratings
Positive70.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative29.2%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

QR Scanner

Subscriptions10
  • qrcode 1 Week Pro$9.997 Days
  • qrcode 1 Week Pro7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • qrcode 1 Week Pro3 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
  • qrcode 1 Year Pro$59.991 Year
2 purchases

QR Reader

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$2.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Reader free?
QR Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Scanner or QR Reader?
QR Scanner is rated higher. QR Scanner averages 4.3 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while QR Reader averages 3.8 from 24 ratings.
Do QR Scanner or QR Reader have ads?
QR Reader shows ads; QR Scanner does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Scanner or QR Reader?
QR Scanner ships an update every 6 days, and QR Reader every 5 weeks. Most recently, QR Scanner was updated on October 29, 2026 and QR Reader on November 1, 2026.

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