Comparison

Sleek QR Code Reader vs QR Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Sleek QR Code Reader

Quickly scan and organize QR codes with a comprehensive scanner. Create various QR codes and barcodes for text, websites, contacts, and more. Share and print your codes easily.

Highlights
  • Fast QR code scanning
  • Scan history organization
  • Create QR codes for text, websites, contacts
  • Create barcodes for EAN/UPC, Code 39
  • Email QR codes as printable PDFs
  • Print QR codes via AirPrint
  • Share QR codes via multiple apps
  • iCloud data synchronization
Features
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Sleek QR Code Reader is the fastest, easiest way to organize your QR Codes using a powerful QR Code scanner. Quick scan a QR code and get the information on the fly without switching views. Recently scanned QR Code are listed while you scan, so you can scan all codes and work on them later. FEATURES - Scan History. - Email your QR Codes as sleek printable PDFs. - Print your QR Codes directly using AirPrint. - Share QR Codes via Email, iBooks, Photos or many other compatible apps. - iCloud Support (Sync data between devices and our other apps). CREATE QR CODES FOR - Text - Websites - Phone Numbers - SMS Templates - Calendar Events - Email Addresses - Contact Records - Wireless Networks CREATE BARCODES FOR - EAN/UPC - Code 39 - Code 128 - Code Interleaved 2 of 5 SUBSCRIPTION - The license and usage model is provided as a software service, licensed with a monthly subscription and hosted in the cloud. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews 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 identify the cost of the renewal. - 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. - Privacy Policy (https://www.starkode.com/app/business/privacy/) and Terms of Use (https://www.starkode.com/app/business/terms/).

About

QR Scanner

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes to retrieve URLs, connect to Wi-Fi, and access product information. Share scanned content, save codes for later, and customize your scanning experience with various themes and settings.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Retrieve URLs and Wi-Fi credentials
  • Scan product codes (UPC, ISBN)
  • Save scanned codes
  • Share scanned content
  • Customizable themes and settings
Features
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Scan any QR code or barcode instantly — private, no account needed. QR Scanner turns your camera into the fastest way to open links, join Wi-Fi, save contacts and read product barcodes. Point, done — everything is processed on your device. SCAN ANYTHING • QR codes and all major barcode formats (EAN, UPC, Code 128 and more) • URLs, Wi-Fi networks, contacts (vCard), email, phone, SMS, events, locations • Scan from camera or from a photo in your library BUILT FOR REAL LIFE • Batch mode — keep scanning, no stops between codes • Auto-zoom and torch for far-away or dim codes • History with tags and filters — find any past scan in seconds • Decide what happens when you open a link: in-app or your browser SAFE BY DESIGN • Suspicious links are shown before they open — you choose • No account, no tracking: scans stay on your device • Works fully offline

Screenshots

Sleek QR Code Reader4 screens
QR Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Scanner at none against Sleek QR Code Reader's 2. QR Scanner also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). Sleek QR Code Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 16.4). On price 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. Sleek QR Code Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. QR Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 12 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sleek QR Code Reader ships an update every 3 months, QR Scanner every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Sleek QR Code Reader versus QR Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSleek QR Code ReaderQR Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3 ratings)4.7 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings312 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.3 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB45 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperStarkode Limited CompanyTuan Nguyen Van

Customer experience

Sleek QR Code Reader

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative20.0%

QR Scanner

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Sleek QR Code Reader

Subscriptions1
  • Premium + Backup$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Premium$3.99
None

QR Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sleek QR Code Reader free?
Sleek QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sleek QR Code Reader or QR Scanner?
QR Scanner is rated higher. Sleek QR Code Reader averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while QR Scanner averages 4.7 from 12 ratings.
Do Sleek QR Code Reader or QR Scanner have ads?
QR Scanner shows ads; Sleek QR Code Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, Sleek QR Code Reader or QR Scanner?
Sleek QR Code Reader ships an update every 3 months, and QR Scanner every 4 weeks. Most recently, Sleek QR Code Reader was updated on October 30, 2026 and QR Scanner on October 25, 2026.

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