eScanner vs Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eScanner
Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes to access website URLs, product information, or text. This utility also allows you to create your own QR codes and access a history of your scans.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Automatically open website URLs
- Gather product information
- Create custom QR codes
- Access scan history
- Read codes from camera roll
- Flashlight for low light
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eScanner is the all-in-one QR code and barcode app for iPhone and iPad. Scan instantly, generate codes for WiFi, contacts, events, and more — then export your history as CSV or PDF. SCAN - QR codes, EAN-13, EAN-8, Code 128, Code 39, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix - Import from your photo library — no camera required - Flashlight support for dark environments - Batch mode: scan multiple codes without stopping - Pinch-to-zoom and macro camera support CREATE - QR codes from any URL, text, WiFi, vCard, location, calendar event, crypto - Code 128 barcodes - Save to Photos or share via AirDrop, Messages, and Mail HISTORY - Every scan and generated code saved automatically - Export as CSV spreadsheet or PDF report - Search, copy, share, or open links with one tap PREMIUM - Remove ads - Unlock full access to all features Simple, fast, and reliable — the only QR and barcode tool you'll ever need.
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 ads: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader at none against eScanner's shown. Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (650 vs 20). eScanner's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases 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. eScanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
eScanner holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader has 650 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of eScanner's written reviews are positive against 72% of Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's.
eScanner ships an update every 5 months, Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.
| Parameter | eScanner | Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (20 ratings) — better | 4.6 (650 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better | 72.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 20 | 650 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 105 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Eyermin Colon Sanchez | Ben Gilroy |
Customer experience
eScanner
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Bugs and requests
eScanner
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
eScanner
- eScanner Version Full$1.99
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
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