Best apps like Codex - QR Reader & Generator

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Updated October 2026

Codex - QR Reader & Generator

Ivan Ancona

📊 Productivity

Codex is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Codex

#1

CodeX - verify document by HANCOM INNOSTREAM CO., LTD.

Editor's Choice

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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#2

Rocket VPN-VPN Config by Ali Murad

Your Ultimate VPN Configurator

Strong Contender

3.5(121 ratings)

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This app provides the latest VPN configurations, including trojan, vmess, ss, and ssr, from a secure server. It allows for easy customization, sharing via copy-paste or QR codes, and ensures fast, reliable, and secure browsing with industry-leading encryption.

#3

Barcode to PC: Wi-Fi scanner by Filippo Tortomasi

Instantly send barcodes

Worth Considering

4.7😐(391 ratings)

Free

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Transform your smartphone into a powerful barcode scanner that sends data directly to your computer via Wi-Fi. Supports keyboard emulation, CSV export, and various barcode formats including QR codes.

What We Love

🚀 Fast and accurate scanning
👍 Simple and intuitive interface
💡 Replaces expensive hardware
🆓 Free to use
💻 Seamless PC integration
⚡ Real-time data input
✅ Works as advertised
🌟 Excellent developer support
🆓 No ads
🚀 Efficient for inventory
💻 Works with Linux
📱 Mobile as barcode scanner
💯 Perfect for private use
🚀 Great performance
👍 Easy setup
💡 Useful for cataloging
🚀 Fast data transmission
💯 Indispensable tool
🚀 Quick feedback
💯 Great job
🚀 Saves time
💻 Direct input to PC
👍 Very useful
🚀 Accurate and fast
💯 Great product
👍 Easy to use
🚀 Works perfectly
💯 The best

Room to Improve

🐛 Camera not loading/opening
🐛 Scan mode not accessible
🐛 Connection lost when phone screen is black
🐛 Slow scanning speed
🐛 Difficult to delete wrong codes
🐛 Inconsistent barcode reading
🐛 App crashes
🐛 Blank screen on launch
🐛 Server/app version mismatch
🐛 Limited scans in free version
🐛 Expensive paid version
🐛 Hidden purchases
🐛 Server program not executable on Mac
🐛 macOS client not installing
🐛 Cannot select scan type on some phones
🐛 Difficult to touch buttons on iPhone X
🐛 Minor bug with banners
🐛 OCR not working
🐛 Stops working and asks for money
🐛 Cannot delete sessions from PC
🐛 No zoom or camera settings
🐛 Requires 1m distance for scanning
🐛 Free version nags to purchase

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