# Code Scan vs QRBot

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Code Scan at none against QRBot's 8. Code Scan also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (730 vs 23). QRBot's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 79%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QRBot sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Code Scan asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Code Scan against 4.7 for QRBot. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Scan has 730 ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Code Scan's written reviews are positive against 100% of QRBot's.

Code Scan ships an update every 4 weeks, QRBot monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Scan | QRBot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (730 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-scan-qr-barcode-scanner/id1554812545/reviews) | **[4.7 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrbot-qr-code-scanner/id6733220613/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **730** | 23 |
| Positive reviews | 79.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 98 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KURZ Digital Solutions GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1416497893) | [FATIH CAN YAZICI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771341575) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-scan-qr-barcode-scanner/id1554812545)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and accurate scanning
- 👍 Easy to use and straightforward
- 💡 Supports various barcode and QR code types
- 💡 Excellent for difficult-to-scan codes
- 💡 Flashlight feature is convenient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😡 Nag pop-up for reviews
- 🐛 Does not load websites
- 🐛 Useless for specific registration tasks
- 🐛 Copy or close options produce no result

**Reported bugs**

- Does not load websites
- Copy or close options produce no result

**Requested features**

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


### QRBot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrbot-qr-code-scanner/id6733220613)

Effortlessly scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various purposes, from website URLs to product information. Securely manage your scan history and create custom codes with advanced customization options.

**Highlights:** Scan QR Codes & Barcodes, Generate Custom QR Codes, Product Lookup & Price Comparison, Secure PIN/Biometric Lock, Cross-Device Sync, Searchable History & Categories, Offline Support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly, One Time Offer | $2.99 | per month |
| QRBot Weekly Unlimited | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| QRBot Monthly Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| QR Scanner & Generator Special | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual, One Time Offer | $29.99 | per year |
| QRBot Annual Unlimited | $49.99 | per year |
| Qr Scanner - Lifetime Special | $39.99 | one-time |
| Qr Scanner - Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Scan free?

Code Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is QRBot free?

QRBot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Code Scan or QRBot?

QRBot is rated higher. Code Scan averages 4.6 out of 5 from 730 ratings, while QRBot averages 4.7 from 23 ratings.

### Do Code Scan or QRBot have ads?

QRBot shows ads; Code Scan does not.

### Which is updated more often, Code Scan or QRBot?

Code Scan ships an update every 4 weeks, and QRBot monthly. Most recently, Code Scan was updated on September 23, 2026 and QRBot on September 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*