Comparison

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader vs Hush

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

Hush

Features
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Hush helps you remember when your phone should be silent by using place-based mute reminders. Set up quiet places once, then get reminded when you arrive. It is built for work, school, meetings, church, libraries, cinemas, study rooms, and any place where a loud phone would be awkward. WHY USE HUSH - Create silent mode reminders for important places - Use location-based reminders for work, school, meetings, and focus time - Avoid ringing at the wrong moment - Keep simple notes for each quiet place - Manage all places from one clean list PLACE-BASED SILENT REMINDERS Hush is not a complicated task manager. It focuses on one job: helping you remember to mute your phone where it matters. FOR EVERYDAY FOCUS Use Hush before class, at the office, during appointments, at worship, while studying, or anywhere you want fewer interruptions. Hush keeps your quiet-place reminders simple, practical, and ready when you need them. Purchase note: Some Pro features, subscriptions, or lifetime unlocks require a separate in-app purchase. Free features remain available without purchase. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader4 screens
Hush4 screens

Verdict

The call

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader and Hush are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 Hush sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, Hush weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader versus Hush: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode Scanner QR Barcode ReaderHush
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (650 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings650 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB9 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBen GilroyHeinz Meier

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

Hush

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
2 purchases

Hush

Subscriptions1
  • Hush Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Hush Pro Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader free?
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hush free?
Hush is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader or Hush have ads?
Neither Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader nor Hush shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader or Hush?
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, and Hush weekly. Most recently, Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader was updated on October 15, 2026 and Hush on October 6, 2026.

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