Comparison

M vs Mr.BarCode

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

M

This utility app allows users to create, store, and share QR codes directly from their iPhone or Apple Watch. It offers local storage and the ability to upload QR codes to an online database for easy access and retrieval.

Highlights
  • Local QR code storage
  • Share QR codes online
  • Download QR codes from online database
  • iPhone and Apple Watch support
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M-Code is your all-in-one barcode toolkit. Scan, create, and manage QR codes and barcodes — all from your pocket. SCAN CODE Point your camera or import from your photo library. M-Code recognizes 11 barcode formats including QR Code, Code 128, PDF417, Aztec, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 93, ITF-14, and Interleaved 2 of 5. CREATE FROM TEXT Type any content and generate a barcode instantly. Choose from QR Code, Code 128, PDF417, or Aztec — with a live preview of each format before you save. YOUR PERSONAL LIBRARY Organize saved codes with custom titles. Search, reorder, and access them anytime. View the encoded content, copy it, or open embedded URLs directly. APPLE WATCH Access all your saved codes on your wrist. Perfect for quickly showing a code at checkout or entry.

About

Mr.BarCode

Features
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Mr. BarCode is your smart barcode management assistant that makes it easy to scan, save, and organize all types of barcodes and QR codes. Whether it's membership cards, parking tickets, library cards, or event tickets - keep them all in your phone! 【KEY FEATURES】 ▪ Quick Scanning • Scan various barcode formats instantly with your camera • Support for QR Code, Code 128, PDF417, and more • Fast and accurate recognition technology ▪ Photo Import • Select photos containing barcodes from your album • Automatically identify and extract barcode information • Support for batch import ▪ Smart Management • Set custom names for each barcode • Quick categorization with color tags • Keyword search functionality • Grid-style browsing interface for easy viewing ▪ Flexible Editing • Modify barcode names and tags anytime • View complete barcode information • Option to show or hide barcode values ▪ Easy Sharing • Share barcode images with one tap • Include complete barcode information • Quickly send to friends or other devices 【USE CASES】 ▪ Membership Cards Digitize various membership cards and coupons for quick checkout ▪ Parking Tickets Store parking passes for convenient entry and exit ▪ Library Cards Scan your library card barcode for borrowing without the physical card ▪ Event Tickets Save movie tickets, concert tickets, and other e-tickets ▪ Package Tracking Store tracking codes to check delivery status anytime 【HIGHLIGHTS】 • Clean and intuitive interface design • Local storage for privacy protection • Dark mode support • Works offline - no internet required • Ad-free experience • Completely free to use 【PRIVACY PROTECTION】 Mr. BarCode respects your privacy: • All barcode data is stored locally on your device • No data uploaded to the cloud • No user behavior tracking • No personal information collection Download Mr. BarCode now and make your digital life more convenient and organized! --- Need help? Contact us through the support option in the app.

Screenshots

M4 screens
Mr.BarCode3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: M at none against Mr.BarCode's 1. M also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). Mr.BarCode's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mr.BarCode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. M asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

M ships an update every 4 months, Mr.BarCode every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
M versus Mr.BarCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMMr.BarCode
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWai Yin ChanTom Wu

In-app purchases

None

M

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Mr.BarCode

One-time1
  • Unlimited Barcodes$1.99

Questions

Is M free?
M is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mr.BarCode free?
Mr.BarCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do M or Mr.BarCode have ads?
Neither M nor Mr.BarCode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, M or Mr.BarCode?
M ships an update every 4 months, and Mr.BarCode every 3 weeks. Most recently, M was updated on September 20, 2026 and Mr.BarCode on September 8, 2026.

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