Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader vs QR Code Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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. BATCH SCAN WITH PRO Collect a list of unique codes, or count repeated scans as quantities. Review the batch, adjust quantities, give it a name and export it as CSV with code values, types, scan times and quantities. Use it for stocktakes, collecting asset-label codes or preparing barcode lists for spreadsheets. Unique mode records each code once; Quantities mode counts repeated scans. Pro also removes monthly scan limits and unlocks your complete saved history. 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/
QR Code Reader
Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes with lightning-fast technology. Access product details, menus, and exclusive content by simply pointing your camera. Discover more about your surroundings with an intuitive and accurate scanning experience.
- Lightning-fast QR and barcode scanning
- Instant access to product details and menus
- Scan codes from various sources
- Clean and intuitive interface
- Accurate and reliable results
- Unlock exclusive content
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CodeScan is the ultimate QR and barcode scanner app, designed to help you explore and discover the world around you. With lightning-fast scanning technology, you can scan codes in seconds and unlock a world of possibilities. Whether you're shopping online, exploring new places, or just want to learn more about the world around you, CodeScan makes it easy. Simply point your camera at any code and CodeScan will do the rest, giving you instant access to product details, menus, exclusive content, and more. CodeScan is easy to use, with a clean and intuitive interface that makes scanning codes a breeze. You can scan codes from anywhere, whether it's in a store, at a museum, or even in a magazine. And with our advanced scanning technology, you can be sure that you'll get accurate and reliable results every time. Discover the world with CodeScan today and unlock a world of possibilities! ——— Subscriptions ——— If you purchase a CodeScan Pro subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account. Your account will automatically be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period unless you disable auto-renew. You can turn off auto-renewal at any time by going to your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://mdssoftware.co/privacypolicy Terms of Use: https://mdssoftware.co/termsofuse
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader at every 2 weeks against QR Code Reader's every 5 months. Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader also leads on ratings volume (651 vs 51). QR Code Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and QR Code Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader has 651 ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, QR Code Reader every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader | QR Code Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (651 ratings) — better | 4.4 (51 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 72.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 651 — better | 51 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ben Gilroy | MasterMind Software LLC |
Customer experience
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
QR Code Reader
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
QR Code Reader
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
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
QR Code Reader
- CodeScan Pro$2.991 Month
- CodeScan Pro3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- CodeScan Pro$29.99
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