Comparison

QR Code and Barcode vs CodeManager

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

Head to head
About

QR Code and Barcode

Instantly scan and generate QR codes and barcodes. This tool allows for batch scanning, custom code creation with various data types, and efficient management of your scan history. Easily add codes to your digital wallet and customize their appearance.

Highlights
  • Instant QR and barcode scanning
  • Batch scanning capability
  • Custom QR code generation
  • Scan history management
  • Apple Wallet integration
  • Code customization (colors, shapes)
  • Home Screen widgets
Features
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QR Code Scanner & Generator — the fast and reliable tool for scanning, creating, and managing all your QR and barcodes. Scan instantly, create custom codes, save your history, and even add important codes to Apple Wallet. Features: • Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly • Batch scan multiple codes at once • Create your own QR codes: links, Wi-Fi, contacts, text, and more • Save and organize your scan history • Add QR codes to Apple Wallet for quick access • Customize colors, shapes, and error correction • Home Screen widgets for instant access • Share or export your codes easily

About

CodeManager

Features
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バーコードやQRコードを管理するツールです。Apple Watchにも簡単に転送できます。

Screenshots

QR Code and Barcode4 screens
CodeManager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeManager at none against QR Code and Barcode's 4. CodeManager also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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 Code and Barcode sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. CodeManager asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code and Barcode ships an update every 2 weeks, CodeManager every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
QR Code and Barcode versus CodeManager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code and BarcodeCodeManager
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (21 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings21 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMaxim Kazakovshinriyo

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QR Code and Barcode

Subscriptions2
  • QRWidget Pro Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • QRWidget Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • QRWidget Pro$7.99
  • QRWidget Pro$16.99
None

CodeManager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code and Barcode free?
QR Code and Barcode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeManager free?
CodeManager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Code and Barcode or CodeManager have ads?
Neither QR Code and Barcode nor CodeManager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code and Barcode or CodeManager?
QR Code and Barcode ships an update every 2 weeks, and CodeManager every 2 days. Most recently, QR Code and Barcode was updated on October 7, 2026 and CodeManager on September 28, 2026.

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