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QR Reader for iPhone

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QR Reader for iPhone by TapMedia Ltd is a highly rated app overall, but recent reviews indicate significant issues with unexpected subscriptions, charges, and inconsistent scanning functionality, despite some users finding it fast and effective.

4.7★ lifetime (1,420,177) Free + in-app purchases since 2010 by TapMedia Ltd updated 9.0 mo ago recent negative 22% 120 reviews across 4 regions
Unexpected Charges/Scams Functionality Issues Irrelevant Reviews Ads & Security Concerns Scanning Limitations
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recent reviews across 4 regions, vs the 4.7★ lifetime average

This QR reader app has a high lifetime rating, but recent user feedback highlights a concerning trend of unexpected subscription charges and difficulties canceling, alongside frequent reports of the app failing to scan codes or crashing. While some users praise its speed and effectiveness, these positive comments are often mixed with unrelated service reviews.

What users like

  • When it works, the app scans QR codes quickly and effectively.R1R6R12R664
  • Some users find the app easy to use.R589R669R999
  • The app allows users to create QR codes.R669

What users complain about

  • Users report being charged for subscriptions without clear consent or after canceling free trials, with charges ranging from $0.99/month to $21.60/week or even $241.R20R24R29R32
  • The app frequently fails to scan QR codes, freezes, or crashes, making it unreliable.R7R9R18R25
  • Some users report seeing inappropriate or X-rated ads within the app.R99R120
  • The app is perceived as misleading regarding its 'free' status, quickly moving to paid subscriptions.R35R37R73R118
  • There are concerns about the app leading to phishing sites or security risks.R10R98
  • The app is not as automated as other QR readers, sometimes requiring manual tapping to focus.R579
  • The app struggles with certain types of barcodes, like UPCs or inverted codes (white on dark).R664R675R991

Latest update · v9.6

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

- Minor bug fixes for iOS26

Recurring themes

Unexpected Charges/Scams negative
Many recent reviews report unauthorized charges, difficulty canceling subscriptions, or being misled about the app being free. Users mention charges of $0.99/month, $9.99/week, $21.60/week, and even $241.R20R24R29R32
Functionality Issues negative
A significant number of users complain that the app frequently fails to scan QR codes, freezes, crashes, or displays a black screen. This directly contradicts the developer's vague 'minor bug fixes' note.R7R9R18R25
Irrelevant Reviews mixed
A large portion of the recent positive reviews are clearly for other services, restaurants, or businesses, mentioning specific employees or locations. This inflates the perceived positive sentiment for the actual QR reader app.R1R3R4R5
Ads & Security Concerns negative
Users report intrusive ads, including X-rated content, and express concerns about the app leading to phishing sites or security breaches.R10R98R99R111
Scanning Limitations negative
The app is noted for not being able to read certain types of codes, such as UPCs for groceries, square codes, or inverted barcodes (white on dark).R664R675R991

Who it's for

This app might be for users who need a basic QR scanner and are willing to navigate potential subscription traps and ads, or those who have had positive experiences with it in the past R12. It is NOT for users who are sensitive to unexpected charges, intrusive ads, or require a consistently reliable scanning experience R20R24R42R120.

Evidence note: A significant portion of recent positive reviews are clearly for other services and not the QR reader app itself, which skews the perceived sentiment. The negative sentiment regarding charges and functionality is strong and consistent across multiple users.

Frequently asked

Does QR Reader for iPhone require a subscription or cost money?
While advertised as free, many recent reviews indicate that the app quickly moves to a paid subscription model, with users reporting charges ranging from $0.99 per month to $21.60 per week, and some even experiencing unauthorized charges of over $241 R20R24R29R32.
Does the app reliably scan QR codes?
Recent user reviews suggest inconsistent reliability, with many reporting that the app frequently fails to scan, freezes, crashes, or displays a black screen R7R18R25R42. However, some users do find it fast and effective when it works R6R12R664.
Are there ads in the QR Reader app?
Yes, users report that the app contains ads, with some finding them intrusive or even containing inappropriate content R99R120R614R911.
Does the app pose any security risks?
Some users have reported being hacked or directed to phishing sites after using the app, raising concerns about its security R10R98.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R1] 5/5 · US Kevin: Most wonderful fast service and quality. Love door dashing for these guys
  2. [R6] 4/5 · US 5 out of 5: It deserves ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ just for the well-done scanning. · translated
  3. [R12] 5/5 · US Bar codes don’t lie: I’ve had this app for years now. It still gets the job done…kinda makes me wonder if I have a bar code implanted.
  4. [R664] 3/5 · CA Could be better: The good: The reader is fast & focuses well. The bad: it can't read UPCs for groceries. For the other items eg electronics, shoes etc, would be nice if more vendors were included for price comparisons & to locate stores in Canada. If the Dev can make these improvements, I will dwnld... Until then uninstalled.
  5. [R589] 3/5 · CA 😋😽: It's so easy to use I love it😍
  6. [R669] 3/5 · CA Workable: This app works quite well. It is one of three that I use. I like that I can create a QR with it.
  7. [R999] 3/5 · AU Great app: It work
  8. [R20] 1/5 · US Caution!! Unauthorized Charge of $241: Downloaded free app and my account was billed for $241+ Do not download or use app! You will be charged!!!!!
  9. [R24] 1/5 · US RIP OFF: I downloaded this app for the free trial. I canceled 2 days before end of trial but they charged me for the full month anyway. I loathe scams like that. I have proof I canceled before the trial was over. I encourage everyone who’s been scammed to reach out to Apple for a refund. I did & just received mine
  10. [R29] 1/5 · US Expensive: This auto renewed after 2 weeks at $21.60 ($9.99 per week). I had used it once.
  11. [R32] 1/5 · US $$$$ BEWARE: Beware this app cost you weekly! Does not say anything about subscription when you first click on it. Very Misleading
  12. [R7] 1/5 · US I: Works once in a while. Other times not working.
  13. [R9] 2/5 · US No title: Bad review when you can’t get to the website
  14. [R18] 1/5 · US Doesn’t work: Doesn’t scan
  15. [R25] 1/5 · US QR code does not generate.: …
  16. [R99] 1/5 · US X rated add: I do not want to watch porno when I’m trying to get a game on tv, I think you could and should do better picking advertising
  17. [R120] 2/5 · US Porn ads: The QR reader works well enough, but stopped using this app due to the ads at the bottom with naked women. I let my little kid play with my phone and can’t have him seeing that.
  18. [R35] 1/5 · US Free app gone paid - the worst: The worst.
  19. [R37] 1/5 · US Subscribe?: Why is a QR Reader require a cost and subscription? I will never understand this.
  20. [R73] 1/5 · US Don’t get fooled: Free QR code scanner? Not hardly! Kept bringing me back to a scanner app I deleted.
  21. [R118] 1/5 · US False advertising: It said it was free bot when I downloaded it was just free for 3says and then 9.99a month.
  22. [R10] 1/5 · US Hacked when using app: I was hacked using this app. Signing into Apple TV. I had to change my card number. They tried to make. Charges.
  23. [R98] 1/5 · US Leads directly to phishing sites: If you scan a QR code, the website will take you to a site that asks for credit card information. This is a dangerous app. User beware!
  24. [R579] 3/5 · CA Not as automated as other qr apps: Three stars because it's free and it works but it's not automated as other QR readers since you have to tap to focus. I'll keep looking for a better one.
  25. [R675] 3/5 · CA It's ok: It's ok doesn't read the square codes didn't read my smoke package barcode but did work on my zigzags.
  26. [R991] 3/5 · AU Not bad, but...: It doesn't read barcode a that are inverted. eg: has to be dark code on white. Can't read a white code on dark. Other apps can read them.
  27. [R3] 5/5 · US Customer Checkout: Yesenia, Was extremely helpful and pleasant.
  28. [R4] 5/5 · US Ocean Eden Bay is the best!!: I went to Jamaica and stayed at Ocean Eden Bay June, 2026. I would highly recommend this resort. Kaci check us in and this young man personified professionalism when it came to greeting new guests, and making them feel welcome. We went on an excursion to Dunns River Falls and Brother Albert was by far the best tour guide I’d ever had while on a vacation. We also m
  29. [R5] 5/5 · US Swiss Chalet: Kathy is a fabulous asset! Friendly!
  30. [R111] 1/5 · US Adware of the nasty kind: I feel like I need to wash my hands after uninstalling.
  31. [R42] 1/5 · US Crashes or Freezes When Attempting to Make a QR Code: I have not been able to get a QR code without it either freezing or crashing.
  32. [R614] 3/5 · CA Yup: It is ok. Worx great but the adds are killer
  33. [R911] 3/5 · AU Works but has ads: It works well enough, but has (relatively unintrusive) ads.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store