QR 2 CSV vs MyInventory+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR 2 CSV
This tool scans QR codes and barcodes, storing the information locally. It allows for easy organization, editing, and export of scanned data into CSV or TXT files, perfect for inventory and data collection.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Persistent scan storage
- Single or continuous scanning
- Manual text entry
- Prevent duplicate scans
- Export as CSV or TXT
- Inventory management tools
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QR 2 CSV is a free QR code and barcode scanner that lets you scan, organize, and export results as CSV, TXT, XLSX or PDF. Built for inventory, data collection, attendance, and everyday record keeping. Scan with your camera or enter values manually. Use single or continuous scanning, optional beep and vibration, and duplicate detection. Everything stays on your device. KEY FEATURES: • Scan QR codes and barcodes with your camera: QR Codes, Barcodes (Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-E) • Continuous or single-shot scanning with adjustable delay • Manual entry when you can’t scan • Prevent duplicate scans with a confirmation prompt • Timestamps on every record • Open scanned URLs in Safari • Swipe to delete, or delete specific / all / visible items • Export as CSV or plain TXT — share by email, Messages, Drive, and more • Persistent local storage for scans and settings • Search records (all fields: data, name, description, quantity, lists, timestamp) • On-device AI Assist (Beta) — Apple Intelligence devices only • Select All in Bulk Actions (and List Assign): selects every visible item (search + list filter) INVENTORY MANAGEMENT (optional unlock): • Add & Export name, brand, category, description, quantity, unit price and total price • Add up to 3 photos per record (camera or library) • Enhanced export as Excel (.xlsx) and PDF (.pdf) with ability to include Photos in .xlsx and .pdf Export (default off). • Edit multiple selected items at once • Include inventory fields in your exports • Copy Fields From Existing (scan or manual record) • Search by Field (limit search to Data, Name, Brand, Category, Description, Quantity, Lists, or Timestamp) • Fuzzy Barcode Lookup. While typing on the scanner Keyboard or Manual Input, shows partial matches from your library (e.g. last digits). Tap a match to use that code. • Brand Manager — create, browse, rename, and remove unused brands from your catalog • Category Manager — create, browse, rename, and remove unused categories from your catalog • Related Items - tag an item on multiple lists or an item that has other records with the same barcode. Opens a sheet to see those related entries. ORGANIZATION / LISTS (optional unlock): • Create lists and assign items to one or more lists • Create groups and assign lists to one or more groups • Scan directly into a list (or leave items Unassigned) • Filter by All, Unassigned, or a specific group / list • Export by list, including list names when enabled • Bulk Actions: assign, edit, export, or delete selected items • Export sort: Sort by Date, Data, Name, Description, or Quantity, with optional Then by • Tertiary export sort — up to 3 levels (Sort by / Then by) WORKFLOWS (BETA): • Choose from Stocking, Restocking, Dynamic, and Revision scanning modes • Move known items between lists, add new items, or do both automatically • Look up existing records across your Source lists while scanning • Control how known, unknown, and duplicate items are handled • Confirm, update, skip, or create records directly from the scanning workflow • Set Destination lists for organized, repeatable stock operations • Built-in demos let you try each workflow before using your own lists BACKUP & RESTORE (optional unlock): • Backup Now — save scans, lists, and settings as a .qr2csv to Files, iCloud Drive, Google Drive, email and more • Restore from User Backup — pick a .qr2csv you saved • Restore from System Snapshot — private in-app copies. System snapshots include photos; user backups do not. • Preview before you replace anything COMPLETE/PREMIUM PACKAGE (optional): • Unlock Inventory, Organization, Backups at a discount when you don’t already own any of them Simply scan, organize, and export. All data stays on your device for privacy and control.
MyInventory+
Easily build and manage your inventories by scanning product barcodes or entering codes manually. Track quantities, unit prices, and total inventory value in real-time. Export and import data in CSV format for seamless sharing and backup.
- Barcode scanning
- Manual product entry
- Real-time inventory value
- Quantity and unit price tracking
- CSV export and import
- Filter by category and product name
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Build and manage your inventories simply and efficiently with MyInventory+ by simply scanning the product barcode, or entering the code manually. You can create the inventories you want by giving a name and a date, and start scanning your products. You can enter the quantity and its unit price, as well as the name of the product. If you re-scan a product, and it already exists in inventory, simply add the new quantity. MyInventory+ allows you to see in real time the total value of the inventory, as well as the quantities of a given product and its total value. You can filter the data to see the total inventory value for a given product category. MyInventory+ allows you to save your inventory, in CSV format, in the Files folder, as well as upload previously saved inventories. So you can import your inventory to any other device and continue your work, or simply view the older inventories. Because MyInventory+ saves the files in CSV format, they can be opened and edited, either in Pages or in Excel. MyInventory+ also allows you to send your inventory directly by E-mail or by Message, or save in Notes. After you create your Inventory, MyInventory+ allows you to manage it. Simply upload a CSV file with your previously created Inventory. You can check out existing products or check in new products. Just read or manually enter your product barcode, and MyInventory+ keeps your stock up to date, both in quantities and in value. With MyInventory+ you can always know which quantities and values are in stock, as well as the quantities and values entered and left. You can also filter by Category or Product Name. You can also export your stock management to the CSV format Files folder for viewing on your computer, or import to another device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR 2 CSV at 100% against MyInventory+'s 0%. QR 2 CSV also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and rating (4.9 vs 2.0). MyInventory+'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
QR 2 CSV is free to download; MyInventory+ costs $2.99 up front. QR 2 CSV sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. MyInventory+ asks for nothing beyond the download.
QR 2 CSV holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR 2 CSV has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of QR 2 CSV's written reviews are positive against 0% of MyInventory+'s.
QR 2 CSV ships an update every 3 days, MyInventory+ every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR 2 CSV | MyInventory+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.9 (8 ratings) — better | 2.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 17 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dan Ristea | Paulo Correia |
Customer experience
QR 2 CSV
MyInventory+
In-app purchases
QR 2 CSV
- Inventory Management$0.99
- Unlock Organization$1.49
- Backup & Restore$1.49
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- Inventory + Organization$1.99
- Premium — Unlock Everything$2.99
MyInventory+
No in-app purchases









