# QR Code Reader by Scanwise — Scan, Generate QR Code/Barcode

> Scan, Generate QR Code/Barcode (iPhone/iPad app by Chun Lam.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-by-scanwise/id1580909740 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chun Lam](https://appshunter.io/developer/1565498900)
- Category: Utilities, Shopping
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 30 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-08-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-by-scanwise/id1580909740/reviews.md

## What is QR Code Reader by Scanwise?

100% free for all features. No upgrade cost. No Subscription

Scanwise scans and reads QR codes and barcodes, supporting:

QR codes:
- Webpage / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube links / URLs
- SMS
- Location on Google Map
- WiFi Hotspots
- Phone Number
- Email Address
- Text Message 

Barcodes:
- Code-128
- EAN-8
- EAN-13
- UPC-A
- UPC-E
- ISBN
- and more!

Simply point and hold
Automatic detection of code type.

Supports scan from photo
If you have a photo of a QR code you may pick the photo for scanning. (Access permission is required for this)

Safe browsing
You have the option to open a link after reading the scanned link, avoid phishing or malware sites.

Supports flashlight and torch
You may quickly toggle on the flashlight or torch within the app for scanning in the dark.

Auto search for product
After scanning product barcodes, you may open and read the product details in browser. 

Attach useful photo
You may want to add photos about a link or a product to make the scans more informative. For example, you just scanned a coffee coupon and you may want to add a photo of the menu or a photo of the shop. 

Add your own comment on product
You may write comments in the app for the products that you find them worth-buying. 

Amazon search for ISBN barcodes (books)
For ISBN barcodes, Scanwise can auto search for books in Amazon.

Add to Bookmark
Simply click the “Bookmark” icon, you can add your scanned codes such as links, books, albums, etc. to your Bookmark List. 

Create your own QR codes
- Webpage / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube links / URLs
- SMS
- Location on Google Map
- WiFi Hotspots
- Phone Number
- Email Address
- Text Message 

Export your scans by CSV file
Share and export your scan history as CSV file. It is especially suitable for extensive use of scanning QR codes and barcodes.

Supports unlimited scan history
You may manage unlimited history of all your scans and new QR Codes.

If you have comment, feel free to contact us: hklocalscom@gmail.com


## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2025-07-30

We’ve added powerful new features to help you get more from your scans!

Food details: Scan food barcodes to instantly view ingredients, allergens, preservatives and nutrition info from OpenFoodFacts.

Book details: Scan ISBN barcodes to see book titles, authors and descriptions using Google Books.

Quick search buttons: Easily search scanned products or books on Google, Amazon and more with just one tap.

Hong Kong users: For food items, you can now see local price information from the Hong Kong Consumer Council.

Thank you for using QR Code Reader by Scanwise!

### 1.2.0 — 2021-09-15

+ Updated UI of the Reader
+ Try to pull product info if it's a Barcode

### 1.0.1 — 2021-08-23

Optimisation of photo size

### 1.0 — 2021-08-23

No release notes.

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