QR 2 CSV vs QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool
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.
QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool
Easily scan QR codes and barcodes from your camera or photos. Create custom QR codes for websites, contacts, Wi-Fi, and more. Organize your scanned history with folders and notes.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Create QR codes for various data types
- Continuous scanning
- Organize scan history
- Export scan history to CSV
- Privacy-focused, on-device processing
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QR Code Scanner & Creator is an all-in-one QR code scanner, barcode reader, and QR code maker for iPhone. Scan: - QR codes and common barcodes - Codes from your camera - Codes from screenshots and photos - Multiple codes with continuous scanning - Product barcodes with optional web lookup Create: - Website links - Plain text - Wi-Fi networks - Contacts and vCards - Email messages - SMS messages - Phone numbers - Calendar events - Locations - Social profile links Organize: - Unlimited local history - Favorites - Tags - Notes - Search - CSV export - Copy and share actions Export: - Export all history, your current view, or selected codes to CSV - Keep the full content of every saved QR code and barcode - Automatically fill separate contact columns for names, job titles, companies, emails, phones, addresses, and websites - Keep multiple email addresses and phone numbers - Share the CSV by email or another app, or save it to Files - Use the file in a spreadsheet or your CRM's CSV import Meet people at conferences, trade shows, and networking events? Scan their contact QR codes, add notes, and export a list for follow-up. Contact details must be encoded in a vCard or MECARD QR code. Website QR codes export their link. QR Code Scanner & Creator is built for privacy. There are no accounts, ads, subscriptions, analytics, or artificial scan limits. Camera and photo scanning are processed on device. Saved codes are stored locally, with optional iCloud sync between your devices. You choose when to share or export them. Need a shorter URL before making a QR code? QR Code Scanner & Creator includes an optional T.LY shortcut, but the app works fully without T.LY or any account.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: QR 2 CSV at 4.9 against QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool's 3.7. QR 2 CSV also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. QR 2 CSV sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool asks for nothing beyond the download.
QR 2 CSV holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 3 respectively.
QR 2 CSV ships an update every 3 days, QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR 2 CSV | QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (8 ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dan Ristea | Tim Leland |
Customer experience
QR 2 CSV
QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool
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
QR Code Scanner & Creator Tool
No in-app purchases
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