Comparison

QR Code Reader & Generator App vs QR

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Reader & Generator App

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various information types. Customize your QR codes with colors, logos, and shapes before sharing them. Supports a wide range of code types and batch scanning.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Create QR codes and barcodes
  • Support for multiple code types
  • Batch scanning
  • Customize QR code appearance
  • Add logo to QR codes
  • Share codes
Features
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QR Code Reader & Generator — Scan, Create & Customize QR Codes The fastest free QR code scanner and barcode reader for iPhone and iPad. Scan any code in under a second, create stunning QR codes with your logo, and customize with colors, gradients, and unique patterns. No account required. No tracking. Just scan. INSTANT QR & BARCODE SCANNER • Lightning-fast scanning — point your camera and get results instantly • Auto-detect and open URLs, WiFi, contacts, email, SMS, phone numbers, text, and GPS locations • Safe link preview — see where a URL leads before you open it • Batch scanning — scan multiple codes in one session • Reads all major formats: QR Code, UPC-E, Code39, Code93, Code128, EAN-13, EAN-8, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, and ITF • Works offline — no internet needed to scan • Full scan history saved automatically POWERFUL QR CODE GENERATOR • Create QR codes and barcodes for URLs, WiFi, phone numbers, email, SMS, text, GPS, and contact cards (vCard, MeCard, BizCard) • Social media templates for Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, YouTube, and App Store links • Add your own logo or brand image to any QR code • High-resolution export — perfect for print, menus, posters, and business cards PROFESSIONAL CUSTOMIZATION TOOLS • Full Color Control: Custom foreground and background colors plus stunning gradient effects • Logo Integration: Add your brand logo with size, shape, and tint options • Pattern Styles: Choose from Square, Circle, or Rounded dot designs • Border Options: None, Rounded, or Circle frame styles • Adjustable Error Correction: Ensure your QR code scans perfectly every time PRIVACY-FIRST DESIGN • No account or sign-up required • No user tracking — your data stays on your device • No unnecessary permissions • Clean, ad-supported free tier with optional Pro upgrade UPGRADE TO QR READER PRO • Unlimited QR scans and creations • Unlock all customization tools • Batch scanning and CSV export • Remove all ads for a clean experience Perfect for shoppers scanning product barcodes, businesses creating branded QR codes, restaurants sharing WiFi and menus, event organizers, teachers, and anyone who needs a fast, reliable, and private QR scanner. Subscription Details: • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the renewal cost will be provided. • You may manage or cancel your subscription anytime by going to your iTunes account settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. For more information, visit: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT4098 Terms of Service: https://www.fingerjoystudios.com/qrcode/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.fingerjoystudios.com/qrcode/privacy-policy/

About

QR

Easily create nine different types of QR codes with a guided wizard. Share codes for websites, contacts, Wi-Fi, and more. Customize image size, format, quality, and error correction.

Highlights
  • Nine QR-code types
  • Wizard function for quick creation
  • Create codes for URLs, contacts, Wi-Fi, SMS, email, text
  • Share via Dropbox, iCloud, email, and other apps
  • Customizable image size, format, quality, and error correction
  • Offline QR-code creation
  • Archive of previously created codes
Features
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Build QR-Codes is super-easy with this app ! Nine different QR-code types can now be easily created ! With new WIZARD function, you will create amazing QR-Codes quickly. Samples of different types are included. Create and share website urls, contacts, calendar events, geographical positions, phone numbers, pre-compiled sms, pre-compiled e-mails, wifi connections parameters, or just text messages. You can build any type of QR-Code and also share it with Dropbox, iCloud, email, print, and any other apps that support sharing (WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Telegram....) With Settings screen, you can choose image size, format, quality, and error correction level ! Does not need an internet connection to create QR-codes. All previously created codes are also available in the archive. Created QR-Codes are fully compatible with our professional barcode reader app "Barcode Professional" https://itunes.apple.com/app/barcode-professional/id1075096265?l=it&ls=1&mt=8 and our free "Bar-Code" app https://itunes.apple.com/app/bar-code/id422314523?l=it&ls=1&mt=8 May contain ads

Screenshots

QR Code Reader & Generator App4 screens
QR2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader & Generator App at 4.7 against QR's 3.0. QR Code Reader & Generator App also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 33%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 2). QR's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases 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 Reader & Generator App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and QR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader & Generator App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader & Generator App has 1.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of QR Code Reader & Generator App's written reviews are positive against 33% of QR's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader & Generator App ships an update every 3 months, QR every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
QR Code Reader & Generator App versus QR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader & Generator AppQR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.2K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPenghui ZhaoRoberto Sonzogni

Customer experience

QR Code Reader & Generator App

All ratings1,186 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral3.7%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative36.7%

QR

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Bugs and requests

QR Code Reader & Generator App

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Takes to blank screen after scanning
  • App closes when selecting a 'type'

Requested features

1 request
  • Option to include photo in manual create mode

QR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Code Reader & Generator App

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$1.99
1 purchases

QR

One-time1
  • Remove ads$0.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader & Generator App free?
QR Code Reader & Generator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR free?
QR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader & Generator App or QR?
QR Code Reader & Generator App is rated higher. QR Code Reader & Generator App averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while QR averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader & Generator App or QR have ads?
QR Code Reader & Generator App shows ads; QR does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader & Generator App or QR?
QR Code Reader & Generator App ships an update every 3 months, and QR every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Reader & Generator App was updated on September 23, 2026 and QR on June 1, 2026.

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