Comparison

QRQR vs QR Code Reader

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

Head to head
About

QRQR

This app quickly reads various QR codes and barcodes, including specialized formats. It allows users to create custom QR codes and manage their scan history. A login feature enables data transfer between devices.

Highlights
  • QR Code Reader
  • Barcode Reader
  • Create QR Codes
  • Login and Data Transfer
  • Read History
  • Preview Websites
Features
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The fast no advertisement QR Code® reader app, "Q", upgraded with new app name, "QRQR"! In addition, "QRQR" has numerous new features other than reading QR Code® fast! - Login Function The login function is added from this version. If you register an account, you can transfer the app data to another devices. [Caution] You need to backup from the app menu before you transfer the app data. As same as before, small QR Codes® and detailed QR Codes® which are difficult to read are still easily and fastly readable. In addition, it can also read JAN barcode as well as newly developed Frame QR® and rMQR by DENSO WAVE INC. The app can also create a QR Code® and share on SNS. *AR function is disabled from version 2.0. ========================== Functions ========================== ・QR Code® Reader (Reads QR Code®) ・Barcode Reader (Reads barcodes) ・Automatically generate links to product pages of services after reading barcodes. ・Read FrameQR® ・Read rMQR ・Read QRQR Wi-Fi ・Preview Web sites ・Login and transfer functions ・Display confirmation messages ・Read / delete read history ・Copy read-out contents ・Create QR Code® (generated from the text, URL, contact, and/or a map) ・Compatible with URL Scheme (Direct launching from other apps) Launch command is "qrqrq://" ========================== New Features ========================== ver 3.0.0 ・Change the app name ・Login and transfer function This app asks information access permission to enable features below. The permission can be changed on the device settings. Please change the settings depends on your use. ■Contact information To create a QR Code® for contact information (The permission could be disallowed if you do not need the function). ■GPS Information To create map QR Code® and connect to QRQR W-Fi. The GPS information is only used inthe device and it is not sent to our servers. ■Access to photos To read QR Code® inside pictures on the devices. ■Access to cameras To read QR Code® on the phone *QR Code®、FrameQR® are registered trademarks of DENSO WAVE INC. *DENSO WAVE INC. is a subsidiary of Denso Corporation. *"QRQR" use QR decode engine developed by DENSO WAVE INC.

About

QR Code Reader

Scan QR codes and barcodes quickly with your iPhone camera. Access your scan history, scan from photos, and use a flashlight for dark environments. Share your scanned items easily.

Highlights
  • Automatic camera activation
  • Scan from photo library
  • Scan history access
  • Flashlight for low light
  • Barcode scanning support
  • Share scan history
Features
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QR Code Reader for iPhone is a free and handy QR code scanner and reader app. [Features] - The camera starts automatically when you launch the app. - Scan images directly from your photo library. - Quickly access your scan history. - Includes a light button for scanning in the dark. - Also supports barcode scanning. - Share your scan history list. * You can scan a large number of barcodes or QR codes and send them all at once. [Notes] Be sure to allow the QR Code Reader app to access your camera when you launch it. If the screen appears dark on startup, go to [Settings] → [Privacy & Security] → [Camera], and turn on [QR Code Reader].

Screenshots

QRQR3 screens
QR Code Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader at 4.7 against QRQR's 2.8. QR Code Reader also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 56%) and ratings volume (160K vs 8). QRQR's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, update cadence, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader has 160K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of QRQR's written reviews are positive against 84% of QR Code Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 27, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QRQR versus QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRQRQR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (8 ratings)4.7 (160K ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.2% of reviews84.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8160K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.814.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB47 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developerarara inc.Komorebi Inc.

Customer experience

QRQR

All ratings8 ratings
Positive37.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive56.2%
Neutral6.8%
Negative37.0%

QR Code Reader

All ratings160,135 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews571 reviews
Positive84.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative13.3%

Bugs and requests

QRQR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

QR Code Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Scanning not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to save and organize scanned data
  • Integration with other apps or services
  • More customization options

In-app purchases

None

QRQR

No in-app purchases

None

QR Code Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QRQR free?
QRQR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QRQR or QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader is rated higher. QRQR averages 2.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 4.7 from 160K ratings.
Do QRQR or QR Code Reader have ads?
QR Code Reader shows ads; QRQR does not.
Which is updated more often, QRQR or QR Code Reader?
QRQR ships an update every 2 months, and QR Code Reader every 2 months. Most recently, QRQR was updated on August 27, 2026 and QR Code Reader on September 25, 2026.

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