Comparison

QRCode Barcode vs QR Code

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

QR Code

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes from your device or photo albums. Generate custom QR codes for various information types, with quick access via widgets. Keep track of your scan history.

Highlights
  • QR code and barcode scanning
  • QR code generation
  • Lock screen and desktop widgets
  • Scan from photo album
  • Scan history
  • Multiple QR code types
Features
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Fast and versatile QR code scanner ◆ Lock Screen Widget + Desktop Widget One click quick start scanner, ultimate efficiency tool. ◆ QR Code Generator Support one click generation of various styles of QR codes for text, website, phone number, information, and email. ◆ Universal Scanning Take care of the QR code and barcode. ◆ Scan the QR code in the album Choosing an album QR code for scanning and recognition is equally fast. ◆ Scan Record Classification records are clear at a glance. If you find this app useful, please give me a five-star review. If you have any comments or suggestions, please leave me a message. You can use the iTunes auto renewal feature within the app to obtain it. After confirming the subscription, a fee will be charged from your iTunes account. You can cancel the subscription for the next cycle at least 24 hours before the end of each cycle, and it will be automatically renewed within 24 hours after the end of each cycle. The subscribed cycle cannot be cancelled. Terms of Service : https://hoox27.github.io/url/UserAgreement_en.html Privacy Policy : https://hoox27.github.io/url/PrivacyPolicy_en.html

Screenshots

QRCode Barcode4 screens
QR Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QRCode Barcode at 4.6 against QR Code's 4.0. QRCode Barcode also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (796 vs 1). QR Code's advantage is iOS requirement (11.1 vs 15.0). On price, 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. QR Code sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. QRCode Barcode asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QRCode Barcode holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QRCode Barcode has 796 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QRCode Barcode ships an update every 4 months, QR Code every 14 months. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QRCode Barcode versus QR Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRCode BarcodeQR Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (796 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings796 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 14 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperClimb App晓文 刘

Customer experience

QRCode Barcode

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

QR Code

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

QR Code

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

QRCode Barcode

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

QR Code

Subscriptions1
  • Pro / Week3 Days trial$4.997 Days

Questions

Is QRCode Barcode free?
QRCode Barcode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code free?
QR Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QRCode Barcode or QR Code?
QRCode Barcode is rated higher. QRCode Barcode averages 4.6 out of 5 from 796 ratings, while QR Code averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do QRCode Barcode or QR Code have ads?
Both QRCode Barcode and QR Code show ads.
Which is updated more often, QRCode Barcode or QR Code?
QRCode Barcode ships an update every 4 months, and QR Code every 14 months. Most recently, QRCode Barcode was updated on September 30, 2026 and QR Code on September 30, 2026.

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