Comparison

Code Scan vs QR Bot

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

Head to head
About

Code Scan

This app scans and generates a wide variety of 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR codes, DataMatrix, and specialized formats like VDS. It offers features like camera zoom, flash support, and a history of scanned codes. Users can also share scanned data and create new barcodes.

Highlights
  • Scans all 1D and 2D barcodes
  • Supports MicroQR, VDS, and ICAO Datastructures
  • Adjustable camera zoom and flash for low light
  • Scan history and sharing functionality
  • Generates QR, DataMatrix, and PDF417 barcodes
  • Dark mode and dark AppIcon support
Features
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Scan and create every common 1D and 2D barcode - one at a time or continuously in Batch Scan. Export your history as CSV or automatically send scans to your own server. Unlike an ordinary scanner, Code Scan also verifies the cryptographic seals on official documents. WHAT IT READS • QR, MicroQR and rMQR (rectangular MicroQR) • DataMatrix, including DMRE • Aztec, PDF417, MaxiCode • EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E • Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, ITF / ITF-14 • GS1 DataBar and DataBar Expanded • VDS, VDS-NC and IDB document seals Codes are decoded on your device: from the live camera, from a photo in your library, or from an image you share into the app from somewhere else. DIGITAL SEALS ON OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS This is what sets Code Scan apart: it does not just read the seal, it checks the cryptographic signature. • VDS (Visible Digital Seal, BSI TR-03137) in DataMatrix • VDS-NC (ICAO) and IDB (ICAO Datastructure for Barcode) in QR codes • Signatures verified against X.509 certificates, kept up to date automatically • Import your own X.509 certificates for closed ecosystems • MRZ data contained in a seal is parsed and shown in readable form This app supports reading and verification of (among others) VDS Profiles: - Social Insurance Card - Residence Permit Document - ICAO Visa Document - ICAO Emergency Travel Document - German Arrival Attestation Document - Address Sticker for German Identity Card - Place of Residence Sticker for German Passports VDS-NC Profiles: - ICAO PoT and PoV (ISO/IEC JTC1 SC17 WG3/TF5) CREATE YOUR OWN CODES • QR, DataMatrix, Aztec, PDF417 and Code 128 • Live preview while you type • Choose the QR error correction level (L / M / Q / H) or the PDF417 level (0-8) • Keep your codes in a library, mark favorites, share any of them as an image FASTER IN EVERYDAY USE • Camera light in four brightness steps and 1x / 2x / 4x zoom - for tiny print, dark rooms and laminated documents • Share a screenshot from any app to read the code inside it, or share a link to turn it into a code • Batch Scan: capture multiple codes without a result screen and save them straight to your history • Siri and Shortcuts: create a code or open the scanner by voice, or build both actions into your own shortcuts • Recreate a scanned code in a single tap, with the content already filled in A HISTORY THAT STAYS ORGANIZED • Grouped into Starred, Today, This Week and Before • Scanning a code again updates the existing entry instead of piling up duplicates • Export and share your scan history as a CSV file • Stored seals are re-verified in the background against the current certificates, so an expired signature stops showing as valid FOR PROFESSIONAL USE • GS1 application identifiers parsed and labelled • Open recognized links immediately, skipping the result screen • Copy and share the raw code data instead of the interpreted content • Optionally send scans automatically to your own HTTPS endpoint (off by default) • Play a confirmation sound after successful transfers • Native iPad layouts PRIVACY Decoding happens entirely on your device, and your history stays there. There is no account and no tracking. To verify seals, the app downloads the public signer certificates from our certificate service. The optional face comparison against a document portrait is the one feature that sends an image to a KURZ Digital service, and only when you start it yourself. For wishes and suggestions just contact us at info@kurzdigital.com

About

QR Bot

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various situations. Access detailed information, maintain a scan history, and create unlimited custom codes. Offers a PRO subscription for an ad-free experience with advanced features.

Highlights
  • Scan all QR code types
  • Generate unlimited QR codes
  • Scan all barcode types
  • Detailed data cards for scans
  • Scan history
  • Batch QR scanning
  • Export and share codes
Features
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QR Code Scanner for your daily use. Scan QR code anytime and anywhere. Create codes with QR generator. QR Scan features: - Scan all types of QR codes - QR Code detailed data cards - Scan history - Fast batch QR scan QR code generator: - Create unlimited number of QR codes for many situation - Export and share QR codes Barcode scanner features: - Scan all types of barcodes such as Code 39, Code 128 or UPC - Save, export and share all barcodes SUBSCRIPTIONS - You can subscribe for PRO account with unlimited scans, products infos and no ads - Subscription options are: 1 Month (3 days trial), 1 year (3 days tria) - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms of service: https://www.code4flutter.in/com/terms-qr/ Privacy policy: https://www.code4flutter.in/privacy-qr/

Screenshots

Code Scan4 screens
QR Bot3 screens

Verdict

The call

Code Scan and QR Bot both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of Code Scan's written reviews are positive against 33% of QR Bot's. Code Scan also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). QR Bot's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence 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. QR Bot sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Code Scan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Code Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Scan has 741 ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Code Scan's written reviews are positive against 33% of QR Bot's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code Scan ships an update every 4 weeks, QR Bot every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Code Scan versus QR Bot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode ScanQR Bot
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (741 ratings) — better4.4 (29 ratings)
Positive reviews80.6% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings741 — better29
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKURZ Digital Solutions GmbH & Co. KGPetr Polasek

Customer experience

Code Scan

All ratings741 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral2.4%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive80.6%
Neutral8.3%
Negative11.1%

QR Bot

All ratings29 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.8%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Code Scan

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Does not load websites
  • Copy or close options produce no result

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to view previously scanned QR codes (not just data)
  • Option to contribute via donation instead of ads

QR Bot

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Code Scan

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

QR Bot

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Plan3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1 Year Plan3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Code Scan free?
Code Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Bot free?
QR Bot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Code Scan or QR Bot?
Code Scan is rated higher. Code Scan averages 4.6 out of 5 from 741 ratings, while QR Bot averages 4.4 from 29 ratings.
Do Code Scan or QR Bot have ads?
QR Bot shows ads; Code Scan does not.
Which is updated more often, Code Scan or QR Bot?
Code Scan ships an update every 4 weeks, and QR Bot every 3 weeks. Most recently, Code Scan was updated on October 10, 2026 and QR Bot on October 9, 2026.

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