Comparison

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader vs BarCloud App

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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/

About

BarCloud App

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BarCloud - The Smartest iOS Barcode Scanner Download our Barcode Scanner demonstration for your mobile iOS device to see how the powerful Smartest iOS Barcode Scanner can add new interactivity to your iOS apps and enable a host of marketing, industry, and enterprise automatic identification and data capture workflows. Extend performance and durability with BarCloud smartphone scanning peripherals such as the MX-100 barcode reader. Our API delivers outstanding value to developers through four pillars: simplicity, reliability, efficiency, and speed. Simplicity - With the Smartest iOS Barcode Scanner , it is no longer necessary to develop separate applications nor manage multiple software and hardware solutions and deployments for mobile device barcode reading. Reliability - The Smartest iOS Barcode Scanner is the most reliable barcode reading technology available for mobile applications and smartphone integration, regardless of platform, development framework, or barcode symbology. Efficiency - As a tool developed with the logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, and commercial services industries in mind, it is built with efficiency for the end-user, as well as simplicity for the application developer. Speed - The Smartest iOS Barcode Scanner is tuned to provide fast and reliable barcode reading for smartphones and tablets. For damaged codes, challenging lighting conditions, or harsh environments, the SDK can leverage the power of the ruggedized, high-performance MX Series of BarCloud mobile terminals. The Smartest iOS Barcode Scanner supports all major barcode symbologies, including Aztec Code, Codabar, Code 11, Code 25 (Interleaved, Industrial and ITF-14), Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Data Matrix, DotCode, EAN, ISBN, GS1 Databar, MaxiCode, MSI Plessey, PDF417, Postal Code, QR Code (Micro and Standard), and UPC barcode types, as well as all GS1 specific sub types like GS1 QR Code, GS1 DataMatrix and GS1-128. Put us to the test in your real-world conditions and use cases.

Screenshots

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader4 screens
BarCloud App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BarCloud App at none against Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's 13. BarCloud App also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.0). 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. Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BarCloud App asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader versus BarCloud App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode Scanner QR Barcode ReaderBarCloud App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (650 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings650 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB29 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperBen GilroyMihail Salari

Bugs and 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

BarCloud App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader

Subscriptions10
  • 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
One-time3
  • Lifetime$24.99
  • Lifetime$29.99
  • Lifetime$59.99
None

BarCloud App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader free?
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BarCloud App free?
BarCloud App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader or BarCloud App have ads?
Neither Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader nor BarCloud App shows ads.

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