Comparison

QRQR vs Easy 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

Easy QR Code Reader

Scan QR codes instantly upon launching the app. Easily open URLs, emails, and other content with a single tap. Features include a flashlight for low-light scanning and automatic saving of scan history.

Highlights
  • Quick scan on launch
  • One-tap URL opening
  • Email and tracking support
  • Flashlight for dark environments
  • Automatic scan history
Features
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A simple QR code reader that scans the moment you point your camera. QR codes and barcodes are read just by aiming, and every scan is saved to your history automatically. Open the app and point your camera — no shutter button, no mode switching. Scanned URLs and email addresses open with a single tap. ■ Ideal for - Reading QR codes on posters, flyers, and in stores - Looking up products by their barcode (EAN/UPC) - Scanning ISBN barcodes on books - Reading a QR code inside a screenshot someone sent you - Scanning campaign and event entry QR codes ■ Main features - Automatic scanning — just point The reader starts as soon as the app opens. No button to press. - Read multiple codes at once Detect several QR codes and barcodes on the screen in a single sweep. No more re-aiming at each code one by one. - Scan from photos and screenshots Can't point your camera at it? Pick a photo or screenshot from your album and the QR code inside is read right away. - Zoom in for confident reads Bring distant posters or tiny label codes right up close with a single tap. Small print and far-away codes both stay within reach. - Show & save the code you scanned Re-display any scanned code inside the app. Pick a color and module shape (square / dot / rounded), then save it to your photo library or share it through the system share sheet. - Flashlight for dark places Turn on the light and scan cleanly, even in low light. - Automatic history Every scan is saved locally on your device. Search or star to keep favorites organized. - Built-in browser Scanned URLs open right inside the app — or in your external browser if you prefer. ■ Supported code types - 2D codes: QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec - 1D barcodes: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93 From product barcodes to book ISBNs, one app covers the codes you meet every day. ■ Privacy Your scan history is stored only on your device. No account or sign-in required. The camera permission is used solely for reading codes. ■ FAQ Q. Is the app free? A. Yes — every feature is free to use (the app shows ads). Q. Can I use it as a barcode reader? A. Yes. Besides QR codes, it reads EAN/UPC product barcodes and more. Q. Does scanning work offline? A. Scanning itself works offline. An internet connection is only needed to open scanned URLs. Q. Can I delete my scan history? A. Yes — delete entries one by one, or all at once.

Screenshots

QRQR3 screens
Easy QR Code Reader2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Easy QR Code Reader at 4.5 against QRQR's 2.8. Easy QR Code Reader also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (83% vs 56%). QRQR's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Easy QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Easy QR Code Reader has 1.8K 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 83% of Easy QR Code Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QRQR ships an update every 2 months, Easy QR Code Reader every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on August 27, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QRQR versus Easy QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRQREasy QR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (8 ratings)4.5 (1.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.2% of reviews82.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings81.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.815.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB50 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developerarara inc.Seiji Hashizume

Customer experience

QRQR

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

Easy QR Code Reader

All ratings1,800 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews178 reviews
Positive82.6%
Neutral7.9%
Negative9.6%

Bugs and requests

QRQR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Easy QR Code Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Update and improve the app
  • Add more functionality

In-app purchases

None

QRQR

No in-app purchases

None

Easy QR Code Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QRQR free?
QRQR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Easy QR Code Reader free?
Easy QR Code Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QRQR or Easy QR Code Reader?
Easy QR Code Reader is rated higher. QRQR averages 2.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Easy QR Code Reader averages 4.5 from 1.8K ratings.
Do QRQR or Easy QR Code Reader have ads?
Easy QR Code Reader shows ads; QRQR does not.
Which is updated more often, QRQR or Easy QR Code Reader?
QRQR ships an update every 2 months, and Easy QR Code Reader every 4 days. Most recently, QRQR was updated on August 27, 2026 and Easy QR Code Reader on September 23, 2026.

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