Traditional barcode (1D)
The vertical lines on supermarket products. Stores only numbers, read by a laser scanner.
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Barcode vs QR code — what's the difference?
People often mix up traditional barcodes and QR codes. Here's the difference, what each is for, and which fits your business.
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QR code (2D)
The dotted square read by a phone camera. Stores much more — links, text, Wi-Fi, contacts, full menus.
Which to use?
To connect customers to a site, menu, offer, Wi-Fi or your details, use a QR code — readable by any phone, no special device.
FAQ
Is a QR code a barcode?
Yes, a QR code is a 2D barcode; the traditional one is 1D.
Which is better for restaurants?
QR codes — they open the menu on the guest's phone.