# QR Code Scan Reader vs Scanner & Generator

The clearest difference is rating: Scanner & Generator at 3.5 against QR Code Scan Reader's 2.3. QR Code Scan Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scanner & Generator holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Scan Reader | Scanner & Generator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-scan-reader/id980222658/reviews) | **[3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanner-and-generator/id1560603363/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 13 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AppsNice](https://appshunter.io/developer/452752459) | [Tan Dat Huynh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560603365) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Scan Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-scan-reader/id980222658)

This utility quickly scans QR codes from a distance and opens links directly in Safari. It allows users to share scanned links via various social media and messaging platforms, and saves scan history within the app.

**Highlights:** Quick and stable QR code scanning, Distance scanning capability, One-click link opening in Safari, Share links via social media and messaging, Save QR code data and history, Universal app for iPhone and iPad

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Scanner & Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanner-and-generator/id1560603363)

Easily scan and generate QR codes for various information types, including text, links, and Wi-Fi details. This tool also supports barcode formats and offers a history feature for quick access. Enjoy a clean, lightweight interface with dark/light theme options.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes, Generate QR codes, Support for text, link, and Wi-Fi QR codes, Barcode scanning, History of scans and generations, Dark/light theme options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Scan Reader free?

QR Code Scan Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Scanner & Generator free?

Scanner & Generator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Scan Reader or Scanner & Generator?

Scanner & Generator is rated higher. QR Code Scan Reader averages 2.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Scanner & Generator averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do QR Code Scan Reader or Scanner & Generator have ads?

Neither QR Code Scan Reader nor Scanner & Generator shows ads.

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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.*