Comparison

QR vs CodeNow

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

Head to head
About

QR

Easily scan and generate various QR and barcode types. Access detailed product and QR code information, maintain a scan history, and create codes for social media. Offers batch scanning and CSV export capabilities.

Highlights
  • Scan 15+ QR & barcode types
  • Detailed product/food info
  • QR code data cards
  • Scan history
  • Create QR codes
  • Batch scan
  • CSV export
Features
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The best free app to scan QR Code and Barcode! More than 15 types supported : QR Code, Barcode, Datamatrix, Code128, Code39, EAN-8, EAN-13, Google Auth With powerful features : - Products & food detailed informations - QR Code detailed data cards - Scan history - Create QR codes - Batch Scan - CSV Export SUBSCRIPTIONS - You can subscribe for PRO account with unlimited scans, products infos and no ads - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Create to Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp, Twitter, Tik-Tok etc. Download QR BarCode App to scan and generate barcodes and QR codes freely. Privacy policy: https://qrbarcodeapp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://qrbarcodeapp.com/terms.html

About

CodeNow

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes to access product details, compare prices, and check nutrition facts. Create and customize your own QR codes for various purposes, with options to personalize their appearance.

Highlights
  • Fast QR & barcode scanning
  • Product details & price comparison
  • Nutrition & ingredient analysis
  • Custom QR code generation
  • QR code personalization
  • Scan from media library
Features
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CodeNow – The Best Free QR & Barcode Scanner & Generator ◉ Scan. Discover. Create. Customize. CodeNow is the ultimate all-in-one QR code and barcode scanner that does more than just scanning. Instantly unlock product details, compare prices, check nutrition facts, and create custom QR codes—all in one app. ◉ KEY FEATURES: Fast & Easy Scanning – Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly using your camera, media library, or by entering serial numbers. Get Product Details in Seconds – Access specifications, pricing history, log-in credentials, and even hidden data. Know exactly what you’re buying. Compare Prices & Save Money – Scan barcodes to check pricing trends and find the best deals before making a purchase. Nutrition & Ingredients Check – Like Yuka and Carmen AI, CodeNow helps you scan food, cosmetics, and household items to see detailed ingredient lists, allergens, and Nutri-Score ratings. Create & Customize QR Codes – Easily generate QR codes for Wi-Fi, websites, contacts, events, social media, and more. Make QR Codes Stand Out – Personalize your QR codes with colors, backgrounds, logos, and images to match your brand or style. ◉ PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION Upgrade to CodeNow Premium to unlock exclusive features: - Unlimited QR & Barcode Scanning – No restrictions, scan as much as you need. - Unlimited Product Scans – Get detailed information on ingredients, Nutri-Score, ethical ratings, and more. - Create & Design Limitless QR Codes – Generate and share as many QR codes and barcodes as you want. - Ad-Free Experience – Enjoy CodeNow without any interruptions. Choose from flexible subscription plans – weekly or annual – to fit your needs. ◉ Why CodeNow? With a user-friendly design, powerful scanning capabilities, and advanced customization options, CodeNow is the perfect tool for both personal and business use. Whether you're scanning product details, checking food ingredients, or creating custom QR codes, CodeNow does it all. ◉ Download CodeNow for FREE today! Upgrade to Premium for unlimited access to all features. ◉ CONTACT US: For feedback or support, reach out to: hello@magentaapps.com Terms & Privacy: Terms of Use: https://magentaapps.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://magentaapps.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

QR4 screens
CodeNow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CodeNow at none against QR's shown. QR's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 3). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and CodeNow sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for QR against 4.7 for CodeNow. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR has 1.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR ships an update fortnightly, CodeNow every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
QR versus CodeNow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRCodeNow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.1K ratings)4.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews68.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better3
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStepa Mobile FZE LLCMagenta Apps

Customer experience

QR

All ratings1,137 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral4.5%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive68.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative31.3%

CodeNow

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

QR

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Need tutorial
  • Please cancel this purchase

CodeNow

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR

Subscriptions3
  • Code Reader Plus3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Code Reader Plus$19.991 Month
  • Code Reader Plus$39.991 Year
6 purchases

CodeNow

Subscriptions6
  • 7 Days Trial7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • 7 Days Trial7 Days trial$12.997 Days
  • 7 Days Trial7 Days trial$14.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • 1 Year$19.991 Year
  • 1 Year$39.991 Year
  • 1 Year$59.991 Year

Questions

Is QR free?
QR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeNow free?
CodeNow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR or CodeNow?
CodeNow is rated higher. QR averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while CodeNow averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.
Do QR or CodeNow have ads?
QR shows ads; CodeNow does not.
Which is updated more often, QR or CodeNow?
QR ships an update fortnightly, and CodeNow every 10 days. Most recently, QR was updated on October 25, 2026 and CodeNow on October 24, 2026.

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