ScanCode vs QR Code Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ScanCode
Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access information like URLs, emails, and phone numbers. Search for products directly on Amazon and Google using barcode scans. All scanned codes are conveniently saved in your history.
- QR code scanning
- Barcode scanning
- Product search on Amazon/Google
- Scan history saved
- URL, email, phone number classification
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This app can scan QRcode & Barcode easily. 【 QR Code 】 URL, e-mail address and the telephone number are classified, and displayed 【 Barcode 】 You can search for goods by Amazon and Google. 【 URL Scheme 】 jp.apptime.scancode:// Scanned codes are saved in history.
QR Code Reader
Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes with a high-performance reader that launches immediately. Generate custom QR codes for various data types and save scan history locally. Supports front camera and flashlight for convenience.
- Instant scan on launch
- Scan from photos
- QR code generator
- Automatic history save
- Front camera support
- Flashlight toggle
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QR Code Reader — The Fastest Way to Scan, Create, and Save. This is a simple and high-performance QR code reader designed to launch and scan in an instant. The camera activates the moment you tap the icon, recognizing QR codes and most barcodes immediately. This app comes with no account registration, no subscription, and no sign-up required. Scan results are stored only on your device — never uploaded to our servers. Features ---------------- ■ Instant Scan on Launch The camera activates the moment you open the app. High-speed recognition means you'll never miss a code again. ■ Scan from Photos Pick a QR code image from your gallery and we'll read it instantly. Perfect for screenshots of tickets, invitations, and promo codes. ■ Front Camera Support Switch between front and rear cameras with one tap. Useful for scanning codes shown on your own screen. ■ Flashlight Support Built-in flashlight toggle for dim restaurants, evening events, or any low-light environment. ■ QR Code Generator Create your own QR codes in multiple formats — URLs, Wi-Fi credentials, plain text, contact cards, and more. Customize and share in seconds. ■ History & Auto-Save Every scan is saved automatically so you can revisit results later. No more rescanning the same code twice. ■ Dark Mode Support Automatically adapts to your system appearance. Easy on the eyes when scanning codes at night or in dim environments. Recommended for ---------------- ■ Anyone who finds existing QR apps too slow ■ People who scan menus, tickets, or Wi-Fi codes daily ■ Users who don't want to sign up just to scan a code ■ Small business owners creating QR codes for promotions --- QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED in Japan and in other countries.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: QR Code Reader at weekly against ScanCode's every 8 months. QR Code Reader also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and device support (3 vs 1). ScanCode's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ScanCode has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
ScanCode ships an update every 8 months, QR Code Reader weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ScanCode | QR Code Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (18 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 90.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 18 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EIICHI KOMINE | Kouichi Yamaguchi |
Customer experience
ScanCode
QR Code Reader
In-app purchases
ScanCode
No in-app purchases
QR Code Reader
No in-app purchases
Questions
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