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Head-to-head · QR Code Scanner Apps

Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner vs Simple QR

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner #1 in QR Code Scanner Apps 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Laert
Simple QR #8 in QR Code Scanner Apps 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 4 features Visit Simple QR

Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner leads on 0 checks, Simple QR on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scorePrivacy QR And Barcode Scanner · 9.1/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresPrivacy QR And Barcode Scanner · 3 of 4

Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner scores higher on our rubric for qr code scanner apps: 9.1 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.

Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner is the better fit for android users prioritizing private offline scanning. Simple QR is the better fit for android users wanting a free, open-source scanner.

  • Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner fits best

    Android users prioritizing private offline scanning

  • Simple QR fits best

    Android users wanting a free, open-source scanner

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Side by side

Feature Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner 9.1/10 Visit ↗ Simple QR 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 7.9
Ranking #1 in QR Code Scanner Apps #8 in QR Code Scanner Apps
Best for Android users prioritizing private offline scanning Android users wanting a free, open-source scanner
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Mobile Mobile
Platforms Android Android
Built for Solo Solo, Small business
Features Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner 3/4 · Simple QR 2/4
Scan history ✓ ✓
Offline scanning ✓ ✓
Flashlight support ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Ad-free option — —
Specs
Codes supported Both Both
Platforms android android
Our review
Pros
  • Scans QR, EAN, UPC, Code 128, and Code 39 formats offline
  • Works without network permission and keeps scan history
  • Can scan device images and offers flashlight and focus controls
  • Scans camera or imported images, including QR codes and common barcode formats
  • Creates QR codes for text, URLs, contacts, Wi-Fi, and more
  • History, bookmarks, backup/restore, and content-specific actions
Cons
  • Available for Android only
  • Focused on scanning rather than creating QR codes
  • No desktop or iOS app for cross-platform use
  • Available on Android only
  • Mobile deployment may not fit desktop workflows
  • No separate paid ad-removal option is documented
Our verdict

Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner is a free, open-source Android app from Laert for people who want to scan QR codes and common barcodes without an internet connection. It handles QR Code, EAN, UPC, Code 128, and Code 39 formats, then lets…

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Simple QR combines QR and barcode scanning with code creation and record keeping in an Android mobile app. It suits people who want a free, open-source scanner for everyday personal or small-scale use, including scanning from the camera or…

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  1. Privacy QR And Barcode ScannerQR Code Scanner Apps 9.1Free plan
  2. Simple QRQR Code Scanner Apps 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner — where it wins

    • Scans QR, EAN, UPC, Code 128, and Code 39 formats offline
    • Works without network permission and keeps scan history
    • Can scan device images and offers flashlight and focus controls

    Where it doesn't

    • Available for Android only
    • Focused on scanning rather than creating QR codes
    • No desktop or iOS app for cross-platform use

  • Simple QR — where it wins

    • Scans camera or imported images, including QR codes and common barcode formats
    • Creates QR codes for text, URLs, contacts, Wi-Fi, and more
    • History, bookmarks, backup/restore, and content-specific actions

    Where it doesn't

    • Available on Android only
    • Mobile deployment may not fit desktop workflows
    • No separate paid ad-removal option is documented
  • Privacy QR And Barcode Scanner9.1/10 · Free plan

    A free, open-source Android scanner for QR codes and common barcodes, built to work offline.

    Visit LaertFull verdict →
  • Simple QR7.9/10 · Free plan

    A free Android scanner with offline scanning, code creation, and history tools.

    Visit Simple QRFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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