CodeBuilder vs ScanCraft
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CodeBuilder
Easily create QR-Codes, Aztec-Codes, and Datamatrix codes by entering text and selecting a code type. Generated codes can be exported to PDF documents. An optional one-time purchase removes occasional ads.
- Generate QR-Codes
- Generate Aztec-Codes
- Generate Datamatrix codes
- Export codes to PDF
- One-time ad removal purchase
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CodeBuilder is an easy to use app which creates QR-Codes, Aztec-Codes and Datamatrix. Just enter the text you want to encode, choose the type of your code and your code will be generated. Generated Codes can be exported into a PDF document. This app is free to use but occasionally ads are shown while codes are being generated. To remove the ads you can do a one-time In-App-Purchase.
ScanCraft
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ScanCraft is the fastest way to scan and create QR codes and barcodes on your iPhone. SCAN INSTANTLY Point your camera at any QR code or barcode and ScanCraft decodes it in milliseconds. URLs open in your browser, WiFi credentials are ready to copy, and contacts are parsed automatically. • QR codes, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Aztec, Data Matrix, PDF417, and more • Import from your photo library • Manual entry fallback • Flash toggle for low-light scanning CREATE 20+ CODE TYPES Build QR codes and barcodes for anything: • URL: Share links instantly • WiFi: Let guests connect without typing passwords • vCard & MeCard: Share your contact info in one scan • Email, Phone, SMS: Pre-filled messages and calls • Calendar: Share event details • Location: Drop a pin anyone can open • Social Media: Spotify, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, Viber • Barcodes: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E with auto check-digit HISTORY & EXPORT Every scan is saved automatically. Search your history, swipe to copy or delete, and export as JPEG, CSV, or TXT. Bulk export for multiple codes at once. GO PRO Unlock the full experience with a free 7-day trial: • Unlimited code creation • Batch scanning: scan dozens of codes without stopping • Custom QR colors: match your brand • All PRO code types (Location, Calendar, Social Media) DESIGNED FOR YOU • Light & Dark mode • Haptic & sound feedback • Dynamic Type support • Fast, native, and private: no data leaves your device Download ScanCraft and start scanning in seconds. Privacy Policy - https://vocabword-52da4.web.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA) - https://vocabword-52da4.web.app/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ScanCraft at monthly against CodeBuilder's every 3 months. CodeBuilder's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. CodeBuilder sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ScanCraft sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
CodeBuilder ships an update every 3 months, ScanCraft monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CodeBuilder | ScanCraft |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Martin Schrott | Anshul Jain |
In-app purchases
CodeBuilder
- Remove ads$1.99
ScanCraft
- 7-Day Full Access$0.997 Days
- Monthly Access$2.991 Month








