Code Reader vs PDF Studio(Pro)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Code Reader
Easily scan, generate, and share QR codes and barcodes. Quickly read various code types, including links, contacts, and product information. Generate new codes from text, emails, or Wi-Fi details, and utilize convenient extensions for seamless integration.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Generate QR codes and barcodes
- Read codes from images via extension
- Generate codes from text, email, Wi-Fi
- Save and share scanned/generated codes
- Automatic web page opening for product barcodes
- Scanner preview with zoom and stabilization
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A feature-rich QR and barcode scanner: scan, generate, and share codes — fast and privately. Scan codes with text, links, contacts, emails, locations, Wi‑Fi networks, product barcodes, and more. When you scan a code, the app acts on it intelligently: links open in the browser, email addresses let you compose a message quickly, and vCards can be viewed or added to Contacts. You can read codes with the camera or generate them in the app — plus use action extensions to scan or create codes from other apps.¹ Spotted a QR code in a photo or on a website? Use the Read Code extension to scan it instantly.¹ Main features • Scan with the camera — text, links, contacts, emails, product barcodes, Wi‑Fi, and more • Read QR codes and 1‑D barcodes from images with the Read Code extension¹ • Product barcodes can open relevant web pages or Amazon (configurable in Settings) • Generate QR codes and 1‑D barcodes • Create codes from text, links, contacts, email, SMS, phone numbers, and Wi‑Fi • Join Wi‑Fi networks automatically from a scanned code • Scan and save multiple codes in one session • Generate a code from text, a link, or a contact with the Generate QR extension¹ • Smooth up to 60fps scanner preview with optical image stabilization and zoom (including optical 2× zoom on iPhones with dual cameras) • Optionally copy scanned content to the clipboard automatically • Option to prefer HTTPS and avoid insecure websites • Recents for scanned and generated codes, with search and filters • Custom QR colors — two‑finger tap on the image or use the menu when viewing a code • Share any barcode • Custom URL scheme to generate QR codes from a URL or text² • Widgets for recent codes and quick access to the scanner Code Reader Pro Upgrade to Code Reader Pro for advanced tools — no ads, and your data stays on your device. Choose monthly, yearly, or a one‑time lifetime unlock. Pro includes: • Batch scan — read many codes from photos or PDFs at once • Export & import history — back up or move your scan library (CSV/JSON) • Custom names — label scans so you can find them quickly • Starred scans — pin important codes and filter your history • Notes — add context to any saved scan • QR codes with logo — embed your brand in generated codes • High‑res & PDF export — share sharp QR images and PDFs • Link safety warnings — alerts for suspicious links (IP addresses, punycode, mixed scripts, and more) before you open them Restore purchases anytime from the Pro screen. ¹ The extension might need to be enabled manually: open the share menu, tap More at the bottom, and turn on the app extensions (Activities). ² Try it in a browser or messaging app: add generateqr:// before a URL or text to open the app and generate a QR code image. - Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Privacy Policy: https://illescasdaniel.github.io/qr-code-reader-app-info/
PDF Studio(Pro)
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Welcome to PDF Studio, the ultimate PDF management app designed to provide a comprehensive and powerful document editing experience. The app is equipped with features that cater to both casual users and professionals, ensuring seamless PDF handling for all your needs. Key Features: Scan: Create PDF documents directly from your device camera by scanning physical documents. Images to PDF: Convert multiple images into a single PDF document with ease. Merge: Combine multiple PDF files into one unified document. Split: Divide a single PDF file into separate documents as needed. Watermark: Add custom watermarks to protect and brand your PDF documents. Annotate: Add notes, comments, and annotations to your PDF files. Create: Build new PDF documents from scratch with full customization options. Edit: Add text and images to existing PDF documents. Sign: Add digital signatures to PDF files for authentication and approval. Page Numbers: Insert page numbers throughout your PDF documents. Lock: Secure your PDF files with password protection. Unlock: Remove password protection from locked PDF files. Page Size: Change the page size of your PDF documents to standard formats. Crop: Crop PDF pages to remove unwanted margins or focus on specific content. Compress: Reduce PDF file size without significant quality loss. Rotate Pages: Rotate PDF pages to correct orientation. Extract Pages: Extract specific pages from PDF documents. Duplicate Pages: Create copies of pages within your PDF. Remove Pages: Delete unwanted pages from PDF documents. Rearrange Pages: Reorder pages in your PDF files. Blank Pages: Insert blank pages into your PDF documents. Flip Pages: Flip PDF pages horizontally or vertically. Page Filter: Apply filters like black and white or grayscale to PDF pages. PDF to MP3: Convert PDF text content to audio files. PDF to Images: Convert PDF pages to image files. PDF to TXT: Extract text content from PDF files. Elevate your PDF management experience with PDF Studio, where every feature is crafted to support your document needs. Whether you're merging reports, signing contracts, or organizing documents, the app is your perfect PDF companion. Developed by Anvaysoft Programmer - Hrishi Suthar Made with love in India
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Code Reader at Free against PDF Studio(Pro)'s $2.99. PDF Studio(Pro)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). On ads 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
Code Reader is free to download; PDF Studio(Pro) costs $2.99 up front. Code Reader sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. PDF Studio(Pro) asks for nothing beyond the download.
Code Reader ships an update every 6 weeks, PDF Studio(Pro) every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Code Reader | PDF Studio(Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.6 (243 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 243 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Daniel ILLESCAS ROMERO | Hrishi Suthar |
Bugs and requests
Code Reader
Reported bugs
15 issues- App not working after MacOS update
- Cannot get permissions to save
- QR codes not readable by Mac camera
- App crashes QREncoder
- Sequence of letters then stops
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- Camera doesn't focus on QR code
- No 'Take picture' or red button
- Account closed for misuse (reported scam)
- Error scanning WiFi QR codes
- Contact access without privacy section
- Inaccurate barcode numbers
- Cannot scan from files/photos
- Donation button error
- Errors when scanning
- Cannot open scanned content
Requested features
9 requests- Add date & time to QR history
- Option to select camera
- Ability to save QR codes
- Support for SVG files
- Add logos to QR codes
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- Choose QR code color
- Generate QR codes from photos
- Dynamic QR codes
- Widget support
PDF Studio(Pro)
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Code Reader
- Code Reader Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
- Code Reader Pro Yearly$9.991 Year
- Donation 1$0.99
- Donation 2$1.99
- Code Reader Pro Lifetime$2.99
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- Donation 5$4.99
- Donation 10$8.99
PDF Studio(Pro)
No in-app purchases
Questions
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