Comparison

Codex vs ClashX Pro

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

Head to head
About

Codex

Transform standard QR codes into unique AI-generated art pieces. This app offers scanning, generation, and history tracking with various save formats. An optional subscription unlocks advanced features and an ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • AI-generated artistic QR codes
  • QR code scanning
  • QR code generation
  • History of scanned codes
  • Save codes as JPG, PNG, SVG
  • Read QR codes from gallery
  • Automatic link opening
Features
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Meet Codex - Your Ultimate QR Companion. This app is more than just a QR Code Scanner and Generator, it's a tool that brings aesthetics, convenience, and functionality together in a seamless QR experience. No longer settle for standard QR codes. With Codex, transform your QR codes into engaging static AI-art pieces, while ensuring no expiration time. Share, save, and enjoy an unmatched QR experience with a design that is as simple as it is intuitive. Everything you need is right at your fingertips. Retrace your steps with ease using our comprehensive History feature, allowing you to review all of your scanned QR codes. Save your QR codes in a variety of formats including JPG, PNG, and SVG. Upgrade to our SUBSCRIPTION package and unlock a multitude of features: # Generate QR codes with custom color backgrounds, AI-Art and resolutions; # Effortlessly read QR codes directly from your gallery; # Automatically open links from decoded QR codes; # And enjoy a completely ad-free experience. For any suggestions, queries, or issues, feel free to reach out at info@codexqr.app. Experience the future of QR technology, with the help of Artificial Intelligence, Experience Codex.

About

ClashX Pro

Manage multiple Clash controllers and OpenWrt systems with this intuitive app. It offers features for server and proxy management, network monitoring, and configuration editing. Customize your experience with multiple themes and languages.

Highlights
  • Multiple server management
  • Real-time status monitoring
  • Proxy group management
  • Node switching and latency testing
  • Network speed monitoring
  • Configuration file editing
  • Multi-theme and multi-language support
Features
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A simple and easy-to-use Clash controller management app that supports multiple Clash cores and OpenWrt systems, offering intuitive server management and proxy configuration features. Main Features Server Management - Multiple server support: Manage multiple Clash controllers at the same time - Server status monitoring: Display server connection status and version information in real time - Quick add: Supports both Clash Controller and OpenWrt server types - Server configuration editing: Modify server parameters and connection settings Proxy Management - Proxy group management: View and manage all proxy groups - Node switching: Quickly switch nodes within a proxy group - Latency testing: Test node latency and display results - Global mode switching: Supports Global, Rule, and Direct modes Network Monitoring - Real-time speed monitoring: Display upload and download speeds - Network status detection: Monitor network connection status Configuration Management - Configuration file editing: Edit Clash configuration files online - Configuration list management: View and manage multiple configuration files - Subscription info display: Show remaining traffic and expiration date of subscriptions User Experience - Multi-theme support: Light mode, dark mode, and eye-care mode - Multi-language support: Chinese and English interfaces - Responsive design: Adapted for different screen sizes - Custom settings: Configurable options such as request timeout and status check intervals Subscription Information This app offers auto-renewable subscriptions: • Monthly and Yearly Subscription Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store Account Settings. Privacy & Terms Privacy Policy: https://zysoft1994.livejournal.com/716.html Terms of Service: https://zysoft1994.livejournal.com/366.html Note: ClashX Pro is a controller panel for Clash. It helps you connect to and manage external proxy services, but it does not include any built-in proxy nodes or provide VPN/proxy capabilities.

Screenshots

Codex4 screens
ClashX Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Codex at 4.7 against ClashX Pro's 1.0. Codex also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). ClashX Pro's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs freemium). On price, review sentiment, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Codex sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and ClashX Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Codex holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Codex ships an update monthly, ClashX Pro every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Codex versus ClashX Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodexClashX Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIvan Ancona余 张

Customer experience

Codex

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

ClashX Pro

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Codex

Subscriptions3
  • Unlock PRO features and No ADS$0.997 Days
  • Unlock PRO features and No ADS$3.991 Month
  • Unlock PRO features and No ADS$22.991 Year
3 purchases

ClashX Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$3.99

Questions

Is Codex free?
Codex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ClashX Pro free?
ClashX Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Codex or ClashX Pro?
Codex is rated higher. Codex averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while ClashX Pro averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Codex or ClashX Pro have ads?
ClashX Pro shows ads; Codex does not.
Which is updated more often, Codex or ClashX Pro?
Codex ships an update monthly, and ClashX Pro every 3 months. Most recently, Codex was updated on October 5, 2026 and ClashX Pro on September 30, 2026.

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