QR Reader vs QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
QR Reader
Instantly scan QR codes from your camera or photos. Access websites, contact information, and more with a simple, intuitive interface. Features include scan history, sharing options, and a built-in flashlight.
- Fast camera scanning
- Scan QR codes from photos
- Detect multiple QR codes
- Automatic scan history
- Open websites instantly
- Share scanned content
- Create QR codes
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Point. Scan. Done. βQR Readerβ is a simple, easy-to-use QR code scanner designed to get you to the information you needβfast. Just open the app and point your camera at a QR code. Quickly scan codes on posters, flyers, product packaging, and more. You can also scan QR codes from photos saved on your device. If an image contains multiple QR codes, you can view each result individually. Key Features β’ Fast and simple camera scanning β’ Scan QR codes from photos β’ Detect multiple QR codes at once β’ Automatically save your scan history β’ Open websites in Safari or Chrome β’ Use email addresses and phone numbers instantly β’ Share scanned content via Mail, Messages, and more β’ Display scanned content as a new QR code β’ Built-in flashlight for dark environments β’ Optional vibration after scanning β’ Supports both iPhone and iPad β’ Designed with VoiceOver and larger text sizes in mind When scanning from a photo, the app only accesses the image you select. It does not require access to your entire photo library. No complicated setup. No confusing controls. Simply scan a QR code whenever you need it. Requires iOS 16.0 or later.
QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE
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After scanning a QR code/barcode, information and actions based on the data contained in the code will be displayed automatically.For example, you can display a discount coupon by scanning the QR code on a coupon, or you can check the price of or see buyers' comments about a product by scanning its barcode.It is a very useful app for those who want to save money on online shopping or find great deals. The QR code version can read up to 40.In addition, you can scan left / right inversion, black / white inversion, link, ECI, and FNC1 QR codes. URL (website), text, phone number, email address, contacts, products, books, coupons, EAN, JAN, UPC, ISBN, NW-7, CODE39, EAN-128, ITF, GS1 data bar limited type, in addition to wi-fi, various information can be read from the QR code/barcode. The information scanned by QR/barcode scanner ICONIT Lite is saved in the history of the application.From the history, you can check scanned QR code/barcode information at any time.You can also share your favorite QR code/barcode information with others. QR/barcode scanner "ICONIT Lite" functions: QR/barcode scan from camera, QR/barcode scan from images, QR/barcode scan result sharing, app color and theme selection/change, select/change the app language setting (languages available: Japanese, English, Chinese (simplified), Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, German, Spanish, French, Arabic, Russian and Hindi)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: QR Reader at monthly against QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE's every 3 months. QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
QR Reader ships an update monthly, QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Reader | QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Monthly β better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 14.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | nanawork | MEDIASEEK Inc. |
In-app purchases
QR Reader
No in-app purchases
QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is QR Reader free?
Is QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE free?
Do QR Reader or QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE have ads?
Which is updated more often, QR Reader or QR/Barcode Scanner Iconit LITE?
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