Comparison

QRCode Barcode vs SkyBlueScan

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

Head to head
About

QRCode Barcode

Easily read and create QR Codes and barcodes of various types. Scan quickly with autofocus, open links, send emails, or save text. Generate codes from contacts or custom text, and even display them on Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Scan QR Codes and barcodes
  • Create QR Codes from contacts
  • Create QR Codes from text
  • Open links and send emails from scans
  • Save scanned text or created codes
  • Display QR Codes on Apple Watch
Features
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Scan QR Codes and barcodes in seconds. Scan codes from photos, use continuous scanning, search your history, export it as CSV, and create QR Codes—all in one app. Show the QR Codes you create on Apple Watch too, so membership cards and check-in codes are ready without taking out your iPhone. Choose an error-correction level. On iOS 26 or later, customize QR Codes with rounded styling and color, and choose an Apple Watch display that prioritizes reliable scanning. 【Scanning】 ・Automatically recognizes QR Code, Micro QR, and common barcode formats ・Scan by simply pointing the camera ・Read QR Codes from photos and screenshots ・Continuously scan multiple codes ・Autofocus and tap to focus ・Open scanned URLs, make calls, and send email ・Add contacts; copy and share text ・Search your scan history ・Export history as a CSV file 【Creating QR Codes】 ・Create from a URL, message, or any text ・Create from contacts on your iPhone ・Keep created QR Codes updated when contact details change ・Save as an image, share, and print ・Display on Apple Watch 【Great for】 ・Reading a QR Code from a photo or computer screen ・Recording multiple codes with continuous scanning ・Managing scan history in CSV ・Sharing a URL or contact with a QR Code ・Displaying a membership card or check-in code on Apple Watch No account required. Start scanning and creating right away. URL scheme: qrcodebarcode:// Supports Dynamic Type. QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED in Japan and in other countries.

About

SkyBlueScan

Effortlessly scan various QR and barcode types, including product information and Google Authenticator codes. Access detailed data cards and a comprehensive scan history. A PRO subscription offers unlimited scans, enhanced product details, and an ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • Scan 15+ code types (QR, Barcode, Datamatrix, etc.)
  • View product and food details
  • Detailed QR code data cards
  • Scan history log
  • Google Authenticator support
Features
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The best app to scan QR Code and Barcode! More than 15 types supported : QR Code, Barcode, Datamatrix, Code128, Code39, EAN-8, EAN-13, Google Auth With powerful features : - Products & food detailed informations - QR Code detailed data cards - Scan history SUBSCRIPTIONS - You can subscribe for PRO account with unlimited scans, products infos and no ads - Subscription options are: 1-month, 1-year - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original "one month", "one quarter", "one year" package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bQlNjyAe4YBNE4gZpvWi4rnB7qyC-ESXtDQA01olNNA/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

QRCode Barcode4 screens
SkyBlueScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

QRCode Barcode and SkyBlueScan both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 69% of QRCode Barcode's written reviews are positive against 25% of SkyBlueScan's. QRCode Barcode also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). SkyBlueScan's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (4K vs 796). On price, rating, ads and device support 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. SkyBlueScan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. QRCode Barcode asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for QRCode Barcode against 4.6 for SkyBlueScan. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SkyBlueScan has 4K ratings behind it against 796, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of QRCode Barcode's written reviews are positive against 25% of SkyBlueScan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QRCode Barcode ships an update every 4 months, SkyBlueScan every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QRCode Barcode versus SkyBlueScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRCode BarcodeSkyBlueScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (796 ratings)4.6 (4K ratings)
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews — better24.8% of reviews
Number of ratings7964K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB41 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperClimb AppCirco, Inc.

Customer experience

QRCode Barcode

All ratings796 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative26.9%

SkyBlueScan

All ratings4,004 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral2.8%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews254 reviews
Positive24.8%
Neutral1.2%
Negative74.0%

User reviews

QRCode Barcode

From 796 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💰 Completely free with no hidden paywalls
  • 📱 Supports multiple barcode/QR/Data Matrix formats
  • 💾 Ample storage for scanning history
  • 📤 Export scan history to CSV
  • 🎯 Simple and easy to use interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Watch app shows error code WCErrorDomain 7004
  • 🐛 Inconsistent scanning performance for some users
  • 🐛 Watch app fails to display created codes
  • ❌ Misleading free claims (according to some users)
  • 🔧 Limited code management organization

SkyBlueScan

From 4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • ⭐ Excellent app
  • ⭐ Best one yet
  • ⭐ Good

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Automatically subscribes you
  • 🚫 Difficult to unsubscribe
  • 🚫 Overpriced
  • 🚫 Useless app
  • 🚫 Scam

Bugs and requests

QRCode Barcode

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Watch app crashes with error WCErrorDomain code=7004 on launch
  • Watch app does not display codes created on iPhone
  • Unable to delete accidentally created codes
  • Three-scan limit before requiring payment (disputed claim)
  • App malfunction on certain QR/barcode types

Requested features

4 requests
  • Folder/organization system for managing scan history
  • Create codes from photos
  • Create codes from notes app
  • Better watch app integration

SkyBlueScan

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App doesn't work properly
  • Charges even after deleting the app

Requested features

1 request
  • Add simple unsubscribe solution

In-app purchases

None

QRCode Barcode

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

SkyBlueScan

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription (Discount)3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$12.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is QRCode Barcode free?
QRCode Barcode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SkyBlueScan free?
SkyBlueScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QRCode Barcode or SkyBlueScan?
QRCode Barcode and SkyBlueScan are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 796 and 4K ratings respectively.
Do QRCode Barcode or SkyBlueScan have ads?
Both QRCode Barcode and SkyBlueScan show ads.
Which is updated more often, QRCode Barcode or SkyBlueScan?
QRCode Barcode ships an update every 4 months, and SkyBlueScan every 3 weeks. Most recently, QRCode Barcode was updated on September 21, 2026 and SkyBlueScan on September 24, 2026.

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