# Scan Qr Code Now vs QR Reader

Scan Qr Code Now and QR Reader both sit at 3.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of Scan Qr Code Now's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Reader's. Scan Qr Code Now also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan Qr Code Now sells 3 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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.7 for Scan Qr Code Now against 3.8 for QR Reader. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 24 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Scan Qr Code Now's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Reader's.

Scan Qr Code Now ships an update every 2 weeks, QR Reader every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan Qr Code Now | QR Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6793878508/reviews) | **[3.8 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-reader-barcode-scanner/id6800019517/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **24** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 64 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Smile Show Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893571554) | [HUBX](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619331387) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan Qr Code Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6793878508)

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes with your camera. This app functions as a price checker, QR code generator, and menu scanner. It offers batch scanning and saves your history, with a focus on privacy and security.

**Highlights:** Instant QR code and barcode scanning, Smart price checker for shopping, Customizable QR code generator, Restaurant menu scanner, Batch scanning and history, Privacy-focused with minimal permissions

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WEEKLY SUBSCRIPTION BASIC | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| WEEKLY SUBSCRIPTION WITH 3D TRIAL | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| YEARLY SUBSCRIPTION BASIC | $59.99 | per year |


### QR Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-reader-barcode-scanner/id6800019517)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan Qr Code Now free?

Scan Qr Code Now 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, Scan Qr Code Now or QR Reader?

QR Reader is rated higher. Scan Qr Code Now averages 3.7 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while QR Reader averages 3.8 from 24 ratings.

### Do Scan Qr Code Now or QR Reader have ads?

QR Reader shows ads; Scan Qr Code Now does not.

### Which is updated more often, Scan Qr Code Now or QR Reader?

Scan Qr Code Now ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Reader every 5 weeks. Most recently, Scan Qr Code Now was updated on October 24, 2026 and QR Reader on November 1, 2026.

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