qr-code.md

🚀 August 2023 - Best React Native QR Code Packages

Here's a list of popular React Native packages for QR code functionality as of August 2023:

ℹ️ Some of these libraries may be complementary to each other, not competing. Choose wisely

Rank	Popularity / GitHub Stars	Package	Maintainability	Description
1	⭐ 2k	react-native-qrcode-scanner	❌	A package for adding QR code scanning functionality to React Native apps.
2	⭐ 1k	react-native-qrcode-svg	✅	A library for generating QR codes as SVG images in React Native apps.

More Details:

1. react-native-qrcode-scanner

• Advantages:
  • A package for adding QR code scanning functionality to React Native apps.
  • Supports QR code scanning using the device's camera.
  • Offers customization options for QR code scanning UI.
• Disadvantages:
  • Requires setup and configuration for use.
  • May require permissions for camera access.
• When to use:
  • For projects that need to scan QR codes for various purposes, such as product recognition or authentication.
  • Ideal for apps that require QR code-based interactions.

2. react-native-qrcode-svg

• Advantages:
  • A library for generating QR codes as SVG images in React Native apps.
  • Allows you to create QR codes from text, URLs, or other data.
  • Provides customization options for QR code appearance.
• Disadvantages:
  • Requires setup and integration for use.
  • Primarily used for generating QR codes, not scanning them.
• When to use:
  • For projects that need to generate QR codes for various purposes, such as sharing content or authenticating users.
  • Suitable for apps that involve QR code creation and display.