Comparison

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader vs Barcode Maker

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

Barcode Maker

Easily generate a wide variety of barcodes for personal or professional use. Save, export, and share your creations, with a history to revisit past barcodes. Offers premium features for enhanced functionality.

Highlights
  • Multiple barcode types supported
  • Save barcodes as images
  • Export and share barcodes
  • Barcode history
  • Intuitive interface
  • Premium features upgrade
Features
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Barcode Maker is an app for creating barcodes in a wide variety of formats. Whether you need a simple Code 39 or something more advanced like PDF417 or Aztec, Barcode Maker can generate all types of barcodes. With support for popular formats like Code 128, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, and more, this app has all your barcode needs covered. Key Features: Multiple Barcode Types: Create barcodes in many formats, including GeneralType, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E, ITF-14, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, and Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF). Save Barcodes as Images: Once you've created your barcode, you can save it as an image to your device with just a tap. Export and Share: Easily export your barcodes to your photos or share them with others through messaging apps, email, or any other sharing platform. Barcode History: Keep track of all the barcodes you've created. Your barcode history allows you to quickly revisit and reuse your previous barcodes. With an intuitive interface, Barcode Maker is designed for both personal and professional use. Whether you're organizing products, managing assets, or simply need to generate a barcode for a personal project, Barcode Maker makes it simple and fast. Supported Barcode Formats: Code 39 Code 93 Code 128 EAN-8 EAN-13 UPC-A UPC-E ITF-14 PDF417 Aztec Data Matrix Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) Barcode Maker is free to use, forever. You can enjoy all its basic features without paying a cent. However, if you want to unlock additional premium features, an upgrade option is available. Barcode Maker app is free. You can use it forever, at no cost. However, Barcode Maker does offer premium features for its subscribers. If you decide to purchase an upgrade, you will unlock additional features. Terms of Use: https://kociapp.github.io/Barcode-Generator/term-of-use Privacy Policy: https://kociapp.github.io/Barcode-Generator/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader4 screens
Barcode Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader at none against Barcode Maker's shown. Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader also leads on ratings volume (650 vs 20). Barcode Maker's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 72%) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and Barcode Maker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader against 4.5 for Barcode Maker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader has 650 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of Barcode Maker's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader versus Barcode Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode Scanner QR Barcode ReaderBarcode Maker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (650 ratings) — better4.5 (20 ratings)
Positive reviews72.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings650 — better20
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB11 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBen GilroyAndy Sutanto

Customer experience

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader

All ratings650 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral4.0%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive72.2%
Neutral5.6%
Negative22.2%

Barcode Maker

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Barcode Maker

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
Show 7 more
  • 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
4 purchases

Barcode Maker

Subscriptions2
  • Barcode Generator 1W$1.497 Days
  • Barcode Creator Pro - 1Y$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • Offering$19.99
  • Generate Barcode Pro$24.99

Questions

Is Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader free?
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode Maker free?
Barcode Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader or Barcode Maker?
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader is rated higher. Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader averages 4.6 out of 5 from 650 ratings, while Barcode Maker averages 4.5 from 20 ratings.
Do Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader or Barcode Maker have ads?
Barcode Maker shows ads; Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader does not.

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