Bar vs Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bar
Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera. Open links, save your scan history, and share results quickly. This utility works offline and features a simple, user-friendly design for quick access to information.
- Fast QR and barcode scanning
- Scan QR codes from photos
- Save scan history
- Share and open links
- Offline scanning capability
- Lightweight and easy to use
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Bar-code Scanner – Quick QR and Barcode Reader Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly with your iPhone’s camera! Open links, save scans, and share results in seconds. Features: * Fast QR and Barcode Scanning – Quick scans for websites, coupons, and more * Scan from Photos – Decode QR codes from your gallery * Save Scan History – Keep track of past scans * Share and Open Links – Easily share results or open web pages * Works Offline – No internet needed for scanning * Lightweight and Easy to Use – Simple, no-fuss design Perfect for: Opening URLs, checking promo codes, sharing contact info, and more! Get Bar-code Scanner – Scan QR codes in a flash
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Easily scan, read, and decode over 20 types of QR codes and barcodes. Save your scan history, generate custom codes, and view product details. Supports various scanning methods and export options.
- Scan 20+ QR code and barcode types
- Scan from photos
- Generate custom QR codes
- Save, search, and filter scan history
- View product details via Google/Amazon
- Export history as text or CSV
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Scan QR codes and more than 20 barcode formats from your camera or photo library. Code Scanner reads Data Matrix, GS1 DataBar, UPC, EAN, Aztec, PDF417 and more, then makes every result easy to save, find and share. SCAN ANYWHERE - Use the front or rear camera and torch - Import photos and detect multiple codes in one image - Automatically copy results or open scanned links KEEP CODES ORGANIZED - Save, search and filter your scan history - View values, code type, scan date and data size - Export history as CSV, plain text or a text file CREATE AND LOOK UP - Create and share QR codes and barcodes - Find product details with Google and Amazon - Reopen and share previous scans MADE FOR IPHONE AND IPAD - Dark Mode, Larger Text, VoiceOver, Voice Control, Reduced Motion and haptic feedback - A focused native experience without annoying ads SUPPORTED FORMATS QR, Micro QR, Aztec, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Data Matrix, EAN-8, EAN-13, ITF-14, PDF417, Micro PDF417, UPC, Codabar, GS1 DataBar and more. Questions or feedback? Email hello@craftapp.co. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bar at none against Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's 13. Bar also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 20 months). On price and device support 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. Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Bar asks for nothing beyond the download.
Bar ships an update every 20 months, Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bar | Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.6 (650 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | 72.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 650 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Aishvarya Sadasivam | Ben Gilroy |
Customer experience
Bar
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Bugs and requests
Bar
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Reported bugs
5 issues- App stopped working on iPhone 12 - no barcode recognition
- Cannot scan from photos
- Fails to read unclear or damaged QR codes
- Data matrix format not supported
- Inconsistent app name across platforms (iPhone vs App Store)
Requested features
5 requests- Zoom functionality for better scanning
- Integrated search option within app
- Data matrix code support
- Scan history/log feature
- Ability to delay browser opening after scan
In-app purchases
Bar
No in-app purchases
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
- Monthly$1.991 Month
- Code Scanner Pro$1.997 Days
- Monthly$2.991 Month
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- Code Scanner Pro$3.991 Month
- Monthly$4.991 Month
- Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Lifetime$24.99
- Lifetime$29.99
- Lifetime$59.99
Questions
Is Bar free?
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