Comparison

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader vs City In My Hand

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. 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/

About

City In My Hand

Features
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City In My Hand keeps you connected to what matters in your municipality - the news, the answers, and a direct line to get things fixed. LOCAL NEWS Municipal announcements, service updates, and community news for where you live, all in one feed. ASK CityAI Got a question about your municipality? Ask CityAI about service schedules, outages, or anything else on your mind, and get a clear answer in seconds. REPORT SERVICE ISSUES DIRECTLY Water outage, power fault, pothole, or another municipal issue? Report it in one tap with a voice note and/or photo, and track your municipality's response - no forms, no call queues, no chasing. Your municipality, in your hand.

Screenshots

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader4 screens
City In My Hand4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: City In My Hand at none against Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's 13. City In My Hand also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 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. City In My Hand asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader versus City In My Hand: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode Scanner QR Barcode ReaderCity In My Hand
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (651 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings651 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB56 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBen GilroySASI COMTECH

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

City In My Hand

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader

Subscriptions10
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Pro Weekly$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
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime$24.99
  • Lifetime$29.99
  • Lifetime$59.99
None

City In My Hand

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 City In My Hand free?
City In My Hand is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader or City In My Hand have ads?
Neither Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader nor City In My Hand shows ads.

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