Comparison

Earbuds Locator vs CodeForge

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Earbuds Locator

Locate powered-on Bluetooth devices like earbuds, headphones, and trackers using a live signal radar. The app provides an approximate range and allows you to play a sound through your device to aid in finding them. Save your last found location and mark areas as checked.

Highlights
  • Scan nearby Bluetooth signals
  • Live signal radar
  • Approximate range indicator
  • Play sound through iOS audio output
  • Save last found location
  • Mark areas as checked
Features
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Need to find a lost earbud, Bluetooth headphone, earphone, headset, remote, wallet tracker, watch, or nearby device? Earbuds Locator scans powered-on Bluetooth signals around you and helps you move toward the stronger signal. Open the scanner, choose the likely device, then follow the live signal radar. Move slowly, watch the trend, use Play Sound when audio is connected, and save a Rescue Receipt for what you checked. What you can do: - Scan nearby Bluetooth devices - Find earbuds, headphones, earphones, headsets, remotes, watches, trackers, and BLE tags that are powered on and broadcasting - Follow a smoother signal radar instead of guessing - See an approximate range bucket, not fake exact GPS - Use Play Sound when your iPhone can route audio to the device - Save Last Found Place and room memory for calmer repeat searches - Keep a Rescue Receipt after a found or narrowed search Important limits: Earbuds Locator cannot find a powered-off device, a dead battery, a closed case that is not broadcasting, or a device outside Bluetooth range. Indoor Bluetooth can be noisy, so the app uses signal trend, confidence, and room-by-room guidance instead of pretending to know an exact location. Search first, upgrade later. Pro unlocks unlimited saved devices, room memory, and saved rescue context after the app has already shown useful signal guidance.

About

CodeForge

Features
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CodeForge is the all-in-one QR code generator and barcode scanner that works completely offline. Create a custom QR code in seconds, scan any code with your camera, and keep a tidy history of everything - no account, no sign-up, fully private. Most QR code apps are cluttered, push you to a website, or lock basic features behind a subscription. CodeForge keeps it simple and powerful: generate professional, styled QR codes and common barcodes right on your device, then read any code with smart one-tap actions. CREATE ANY CODE - Make a QR code for a website link, plain text, WiFi network, contact card, email, SMS, phone number, location or calendar event - Generate common barcodes too: Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A and ITF - See a live preview update instantly as you type - Build a WiFi QR code so guests can connect without typing a password STYLE IT YOUR WAY - Pick custom foreground and background colors to match your brand - Add a smooth color gradient and rounded modules for a premium look - Drop your logo in the center of the QR code - Choose the error-correction level for reliable scanning even when printed small SCAN AND ACT INSTANTLY - Scan any QR code or barcode with the live camera, with a torch for low light - Scan a code straight from a photo in your gallery - CodeForge detects the type and offers smart actions: open link, connect WiFi, save contact, call, send SMS or email, open a map - Copy any result to the clipboard with one tap EXPORT AND SHARE - Export your code as a high-resolution PNG image - Export as a crisp, scalable SVG vector for print and design - Share directly to any app, message or email - Re-open and re-export saved codes anytime ORGANIZED HISTORY - Every code you create and scan is saved automatically - Search and filter by created, scanned or favorites - Star the codes you use most for quick access - Swipe to delete and back up your whole history to a JSON file INSIGHTS AND MORE - See totals, your most-used code types and a 16-week activity heatmap - Pick from six languages and set your default style and error correction - Toggle scan sound and haptics, and auto-open scanned links - Everything is tuned to feel like a polished, premium app PERFECT FOR CodeForge is great for small business owners, marketers, event organizers, restaurants and cafes sharing menus, teachers, and anyone who wants a fast, free QR code maker and barcode scanner that respects their privacy. Privacy first: every QR code is generated on your device and your history never leaves your phone. CodeForge works fully offline - no account, no cloud, no tracking of your codes. Download CodeForge today and create, scan and organize QR codes and barcodes the simple, private way - no subscription, no clutter, just a fast and beautiful QR code maker. Whether you need a quick WiFi QR code for guests, a custom QR code with your logo for your business, a product barcode, or a reliable QR scanner that keeps a searchable history, CodeForge has you covered. It is the QR code generator and barcode reader that puts speed, style and privacy first - perfect for everyday use at home, at work and on the go.

Screenshots

Earbuds Locator4 screens
CodeForge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeForge at none against Earbuds Locator's 1. CodeForge also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Earbuds Locator's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. Earbuds Locator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CodeForge asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Earbuds Locator versus CodeForge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEarbuds LocatorCodeForge
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDmitriy MotorinFerran Espuna

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Earbuds Locator

One-time1
  • Buds Locator Pro$4.99
None

CodeForge

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Earbuds Locator free?
Earbuds Locator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeForge free?
CodeForge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Earbuds Locator or CodeForge have ads?
CodeForge shows ads; Earbuds Locator does not.

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