QR Code Reader: Quick Scan
What is QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader: Quick Scan is a free productivity app for scanning QR codes and barcodes. The camera starts automatically on launch, and images can be scanned from the photo library. Scan history can be viewed and shared as a list.
Pricing. QR Code Reader: Quick Scan is free, with no in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Scanning a QR code with the iPhone camera
- Reading a QR code saved in a photo on your device
- Sending a list of previously scanned codes to someone
Screenshots
Why this app is in S tier
QR Code Reader scores 97 out of 100: rating 93, rating count 93, App Store search rank 100, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
Description
QR Code Reader is a fast, free QR code scanner for iPhone. Simple and easy to use: open the app, point your camera at a code and it reads instantly, with no buttons to press and no photos to take. The scanned content is recognized automatically, so URLs and text are ready to open, copy or share in seconds. Barcode scanning is supported too. ■ Scan QR codes in seconds The camera starts as soon as you open the app. Aim it at a QR code and it is detected automatically, so you can scan the moment you need to. The app recognizes what the code contains: open the link, copy the text or share it, without typing web addresses by hand. ■ Scan QR codes from images Got a QR code in a screenshot or a photo? The app reads QR codes directly from images in your photo library. When a code appears on your own iPhone screen, you don't need a second device: take a screenshot and read it right away. It also works for QR code images sent by email or chat. ■ Scan history always at hand Every scan is saved to your history automatically, so you can reopen links, websites and text anytime. You can also share the whole history list at once: scan many QR codes or barcodes in a row, then send them all toget
Compare in QR Code Scanning
| Measure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | S | S | S |
| Score | 97 / 100 | 98 / 100 | 96 / 100 |
| Rating | 4.7 ★ | 4.7 ★ | 4.7 ★ |
| Ratings | 162K | 670K | 140K |
| Latest ratings · 180d | 4.7 ★ · 20 reviews | 2.6 ★ · 20 reviews | 4.4 ★ · 16 reviews |
| Last update | 1d ago | 5d ago | 1d ago |
| Price | Free | Free + IAP | Free + IAP |
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Questions about QR Code Reader
Does it need camera access?
The listing says to allow camera access when you launch the app. If the screen appears dark on startup, it says to go to Settings, then Privacy & Security, then Camera, and turn on QR Code Reader.
Can it scan codes from existing photos?
Yes. You can scan images directly from your photo library.
Does it read barcodes as well as QR codes?
Yes. The app also supports barcode scanning. It also includes a light button for scanning in the dark.
Is QR Code Reader free?
Yes. QR Code Reader is free on the App Store, with no in-app purchases.
What is QR Code Reader good for?
QR Code Reader is built for scanning a QR code with the iPhone camera, reading a QR code saved in a photo on your device, sending a list of previously scanned codes to someone. It sits in the QR code scanning list on AppTierList.
Is QR Code Reader worth it?
QR Code Reader is S tier, ranked #3 of 31 QR code scanning apps with a score of 97 out of 100, from a 4.7 App Store rating across 162,312 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 2 apps rank above it.
How does QR Code Reader compare to QR Code Reader ·?
QR Code Reader is S tier at 97; QR Code Reader · is S tier at 98. QR Code Reader · ranks higher. QR Code Reader is free, with no in-app purchases, QR Code Reader · is free to download, with in-app purchases.
How often is QR Code Reader updated?
QR Code Reader was updated 1 days ago, which counts in its favour.
All the facts
- List
- QR Code Scanning
- Tier
- S (Best in class)
- Score
- 97 / 100
- Rank in list
- #3 of 31
- Ranking certainty
- settled
- Price
- Free
- App Store rating
- 4.7 out of 5
- Number of ratings
- 162,312
- Recent reviews
- 4.7 from 20 in the last 180 days
- Current version
- (1 days ago)
- App Store data read
- App Store category
- Productivity
- Good for
- Scanning a QR code with the iPhone camera, Reading a QR code saved in a photo on your device, Sending a list of previously scanned codes to someone
- Requires
- iOS 15.0 or later
- Size
- 49 MB
- Age rating
- 4+
- Languages
- 35
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- unclaimed
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
Ranking refreshed · how it is computed