# Scan vs QR Code Reader ®

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scan at 100% against QR Code Reader ®'s 33%. Scan also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). QR Code Reader ®'s advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 24) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per year and QR Code Reader ® sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader ® has 14K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Scan's written reviews are positive against 33% of QR Code Reader ®'s.

Scan ships an update weekly, QR Code Reader ® every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan | QR Code Reader ® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qrscan-code-reader/id972406049/reviews)** | [4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1510307885/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **14K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 32.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sufiyan Yasa](https://appshunter.io/developer/439511524) | [SMM service, s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1503472689) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qrscan-code-reader/id972406049)

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes, opening links and ensuring their safety. It offers advanced barcode scanning, history saving, and product lookups with a flashlight for low-light conditions.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Open QR code links, Check link safety, Flashlight support for low light, Advanced barcode formats, Save scan history, View EAN country codes

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly subscription | $2.49 | per year |
| Platinum lifetime access | $4.99 | one-time |


### QR Code Reader ®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1510307885)

Easily scan, generate, and store QR codes and barcodes. Create custom codes for links, contacts, and more. Organize scanned data with folders and search product barcodes on major online marketplaces.

**Highlights:** QR code generator, Barcode scanner, Document scanner, Customizable QR code design, Secure data storage with folders, Import from Gallery/iCloud, Product barcode search on marketplaces

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Special | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 WEEK PLAN | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Promo | $6.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Plan - Documents | $7.99 | per month |
| 1 MONTH PLAN | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| 6 Months Plan | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Plan - Documents | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 YEAR PLAN | $49.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Plan - 3 Days | $49.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Special | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great service and friendly staff
- ⭐ Helpful and knowledgeable employees
- ⭐ Easy to use and works well
- ⭐ Useful for restaurants and menus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🚫 Unclear pricing and hidden charges
- 🤖 Aggressive upselling and subscription traps
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🐛 Bugs, crashes, and compatibility issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Scanning functionality not working properly
- Subscription issues and unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- Add an easy unsubscribe option
- Provide clear pricing information upfront
- Improve user experience and reduce ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan free?

Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Code Reader ® free?

QR Code Reader ® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scan or QR Code Reader ®?

Scan is rated higher. Scan averages 4.7 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while QR Code Reader ® averages 4.5 from 14K ratings.

### Do Scan or QR Code Reader ® have ads?

QR Code Reader ® shows ads; Scan does not.

### Which is updated more often, Scan or QR Code Reader ®?

Scan ships an update weekly, and QR Code Reader ® every 4 weeks. Most recently, Scan was updated on September 16, 2026 and QR Code Reader ® on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*