Comparison

QR Pro vs CodeLab

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QR Pro

This application provides fast and secure scanning of QR codes and various barcode formats. It offers an ad-free and privacy-focused experience with no hidden costs or data collection. Simply open the app and point your camera at the code to scan.

Highlights
  • Ad-free scanning
  • Privacy-focused
  • No in-app purchases
  • Supports multiple code types
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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QR Pro is a fast, ad-free, privacy-first QR code and barcode scanner, generator, and library for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. No ads. No subscriptions. No tracking. No personal data collection. Scan codes with the camera, choose an image from Photos, paste an image, or drag and drop. Create QR codes and barcodes, save important items to your library, and keep them available across supported Apple devices with optional iCloud sync. Scan: • Read QR codes, barcodes, Aztec, Data Matrix, PDF417, UPC, EAN, ITF, Code 39, Code 93, and Code 128 • Scan with the camera, Photos, or image files. Paste or drag and drop images. • Preview code contents before opening links or actions • Use widgets and controls from the Home Screen, Lock Screen, Control Center, or Action Button Create: • Generate QR codes for links, plain text, Wi-Fi, email, phone numbers, and messages • Contact cards, calendar events, locations, and more • Share links, text, and images to QR Pro to create codes • Create webpage QR codes with the Safari extension • Customize QR shapes, colors, and center icons or images • Save custom QR styles to reuse across codes • Save generated codes to your library Share and Export: • Copy, share, print, or export as images, PDFs, and SVG when supported • Expand full screen for easy scanning from another device • Present codes on a connected external display from iPhone or iPad • Export multiple saved codes at once • View raw contents when needed Library and Sync: • Keep scans and generated codes in one place • Display saved codes with Home Screen widgets • Search your library and filter by favorites • View saved codes on Apple Watch and Apple TV • Optional iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro Privacy: QR Pro does not track you or collect personal data. Your scanned and saved codes stay on your device unless you choose to use iCloud sync. If you enjoy QR Pro, please leave a review, share it with friends, and explore our other privacy-first apps.

About

CodeLab

Easily scan and generate various types of QR and barcodes. Customize codes with colors, gradients, and icons. Offers premium features like unlimited generation and an ad-free experience through subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Scan QR and barcodes
  • Generate custom codes
  • Customize code colors and gradients
  • Embed custom icons
  • Use pre-built templates
  • Save scan history locally
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Scan, create, and customize codes with the most versatile toolkit on the App Store. Code Lab is a powerful yet elegant scanner and generator supporting all major industry formats: QR, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, and Code128. EFFORTLESS SCANNING Instantly scan any supported code. Access detailed information, share data, or open links securely. Your scan history is saved privately on your device for quick access anytime. POWERFUL CREATOR & EDITOR Go beyond basic black-and-white squares. Our advanced editor lets you customize QR codes to match your brand or style: • Adjust colors and apply stunning gradients • Change background colors for contrast • Embed custom icons from our library or upload your own • Use pre-built templates for WiFi, URL, Email, and Contact sharing PREMIUM FEATURES (Requires Subscription) Unlock the full potential of Code Lab with our auto-renewable subscriptions: • Unlimited Code Generation: Create as many custom codes as you need. • Exclusive Templates: Access the full library of professional templates. • Ad-Free Experience: Work without interruptions. SUBSCRIPTION & PRICING DETAILS Code Lab offers two auto-renewing subscription options to fit your needs: • Weekly Subscription • Yearly Subscription - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. - The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase[reference:2]. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. PRIVACY & TERMS Your privacy is paramount. Scan history and created codes are stored locally on your device. We do not collect or store your personal data on external servers. - Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10kVKI5jgU6L3KlbdHbJ0H3EdNEa30v7eUsNATUTKgSE/edit?usp=sharing - Terms of Use (EULA): https://docs.google.com/document/d/162FAZFm0neMohhbhhjP0N4z2LAfL-S-Vl8nAs4li7WQ/edit?usp=sharing[reference:3] Whether you're scanning a product barcode, creating a custom QR for your business card, or sharing your WiFi network with guests, Code Lab provides a seamless and professional experience. Developer: Ilgin Mert Support: codelabsupport@proton.me

Screenshots

QR Pro4 screens
CodeLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CodeLab at 5.0 against QR Pro's 4.5. CodeLab also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 73%). QR Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (29K vs 5). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CodeLab sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. QR Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CodeLab holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Pro has 29K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of QR Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of CodeLab's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
QR Pro versus CodeLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR ProCodeLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (29K ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings29K — better5
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCrypto Inc.Ilgin Mert

Customer experience

QR Pro

All ratings29,182 ratings
Positive87.6%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews592 reviews
Positive72.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative24.3%

CodeLab

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

QR Pro

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Freezing or crashing on some devices
  • Inability to read or open scanned codes

Requested features

2 requests
  • Save scanned QR codes
  • More advanced scanning capabilities

CodeLab

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

QR Pro

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

CodeLab

Subscriptions3
  • Weak Premium$4.997 Days
  • Weak Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Year Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Pro free?
QR Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CodeLab free?
CodeLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Pro or CodeLab?
CodeLab is rated higher. QR Pro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while CodeLab averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do QR Pro or CodeLab have ads?
Neither QR Pro nor CodeLab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Pro or CodeLab?
QR Pro ships an update weekly, and CodeLab weekly. Most recently, QR Pro was updated on October 16, 2026 and CodeLab on October 1, 2026.

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