# QR Code Reader · vs CodeLab

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CodeLab at 100% against QR Code Reader ·'s 50%. CodeLab also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). QR Code Reader ·'s advantage is ratings volume (670K vs 5) and chart position (#85 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and CodeLab sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CodeLab holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of QR Code Reader ·'s written reviews are positive against 100% of CodeLab's.

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, CodeLab weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader · | CodeLab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codelab-qr-and-barcode-scanner/id6763101270/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **670K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 49.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#85** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [Ilgin Mert](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895163203) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119)

**Currently charting:** #85 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan various QR codes and barcodes to access detailed product information, data cards, and scan history. Organize your scans with folders and export data to CSV. Offers unlimited scans and ad-free experience with a PRO subscription.

**Highlights:** Scan 15+ code types, Product & food details, QR code data cards, Scan history, Organize with folders, Batch scan, CSV export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version for 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Version for 1 month | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro Version 3 months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Version 1 year | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and easy scanning
- ✨ Useful for various purposes
- 👍 Works as described

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Struggles with certain barcodes
- 💰 Deceptive subscription practices
- 📢 Too many ads and pop-ups
- 🤔 Unclear cancellation process

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent scanning results
- Subscription charges even after app deletion

**Requested features**

- More manual control over scanning
- Clearer subscription and pricing information


### CodeLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codelab-qr-and-barcode-scanner/id6763101270)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weak Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weak Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Year Premium | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader · free?

QR Code Reader · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CodeLab free?

CodeLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader · or CodeLab?

CodeLab is rated higher. QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 670K ratings, while CodeLab averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader · or CodeLab have ads?

QR Code Reader · shows ads; CodeLab does not.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader · or CodeLab?

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and CodeLab weekly. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on October 13, 2026 and CodeLab on October 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*