Comparison

Code Scanner by ScanLife vs CodeREADr

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

Head to head
About

Code Scanner by ScanLife

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes to access product information, reviews, and more. Features enhanced security alerts and the ability to discover new products and experiences. Save and share your scans with ease.

Highlights
  • QR code and barcode scanning
  • Product and venue information
  • Security alerts for unsecured codes
  • Nutritional facts and health scores
  • Scan history and sharing
  • Support for major code formats
Features
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Fast, secure, and easy to use QR Code and Barcode scanner – FREE Download. QR Codes are everywhere - get to scanning today! Discover more about your favorite products, brands, restaurants, retailers and more today. Simply point scanner window over the QR Code or Barcode you want to scan and app will automatically display requested information. Updated features include: -New attractive user interface -Additional security feature alerts you when scanning an unsecured code -QR codes on menus or venues now provide location, reviews, ratings and additional information -Learn more about products’ nutritional facts and health score by scanning products barcodes -Browse new products and experiences scanned by other users -Saves scans in your History tab for quick reference to your favorite codes -Share with family and friends via text, WhatsApp, email, Facebook or Twitter -Decode all QR codes today: access contact details, URLs, phone numbers, email addresses, calendar event, and more -Supports all major barcodes and 2D code formats -Any questions? Contact us directly from the app Additional information: Code Scanner by ScanLife works with third parties to collect certain non-identifying information about your interests, including aggregate level and/or anonymous information, to provide targeted advertising and analytics services on our application, or across other sites and other applications. These entities may use technologies to collect information about your use of our mobile applications, including device attributes such as: operating system, hardware version, device settings, IP address, time zone, device carrier, applications installed on the device, and device advertising identifiers. We may share and allow our third-party partners to share this non-identifying information with other third parties that perform targeted advertising activities across other apps and websites. Data collected from a particular device may be used on a different device linked to the device on which the data was originally collected. Any choice made by you regarding Scanbuy’s collection of data on one device will be reflected on the other device(s) linked to that device. You can disable this data collection at any time by choosing “Limit Ad Tracking” in your device settings.

About

CodeREADr

This app provides enterprise-grade barcode scanning and data capture for businesses. It allows for the collection, validation, and tracking of data through various input methods, including forms, photos, and signatures, integrating with paid web services for comprehensive management.

Highlights
  • Fast barcode scanning with device camera
  • Data capture with form fields and signatures
  • Real-time recording and validation
  • Offline scanning with auto-sync
  • Support for multiple barcode types
  • Customizable scanning modes and rules
Features
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CodeREADr is an enterprise-grade barcode scanner and data capture app used by businesses and integrated by developers for capturing, validating and tracking data (AIDC). Use the app in conjunction with our paid web services to scan barcodes, read NFC, and capture text (OCR). You can collect data with form fields, secondary scans, multiple choice answers, drop-down menus, photos, GPS locations, and signatures. You can record and validate the data embedded in each scanned barcode and know who scanned (app usernames), what they scanned (i.e. barcodes, RFID/NFC, OCR), when they scanned (timestamps), where they scanned (GPS), how they scanned (capture type), and why they scanned (your configured workflow). To try the app, simply register within the app or at CodeREADr.com to use our Free Plan (limited to 50 scans per month). Ideal for ticket validation, access control, inventory, asset tracking, logistics, attendance, security patrols, lead retrieval, coupon/voucher/loyalty programs, retail price audits, scan-to-order services, and more. The app uses the devices built-in camera but you can optionally use rugged, dedicated scanning devices and accessories with standard keyboard emulation. Features: * Fast, accurate scanning of print and mobile barcodes using the device's own camera. * Secure, real-time recording and validation of every scan. * Manage users, databases, services, and more with the integrated SaaS web service. * Scan offline for recording and validation with Auto-Sync in the background. * Simply hover the camera over the target barcode to read it. * Scan up to 50 commercial, industrial and medical barcode types. * SD PRO Scan Modes: Batch (captures up to 100 barcodes in a single camera view), Framing (select decoding window), Targeting (targets one code among many), Selecting (preview multiple codes and select), and Triggering (simulates pressing a button or trigger to scan a specific barcode). * SD PRO Rule-Based Scanning: Create rules to scan only the barcode(s) you want to capture in the camera view. * Auto-Next-Scan for continuous, repetitive scanning (no need to press any buttons). * Kiosk Mode for unattended applications and to hide in-app settings. * Developer API, Postback URL and Direct Scan to URL for using your own servers. * Scan Mask technology (Pattern Matching) if no database is available. * Import databases. Export barcodes. * Custom question-answer scripts for form data. * Conditional and custom validations of scanned and collected data. * White Label version available to rebrand the app. * Single Sign-On (SSO) SAML 2.0 supported. Questions? Feedback? Email: info@codereadr.com

Screenshots

Code Scanner by ScanLife4 screens
CodeREADr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CodeREADr at 4.5 against Code Scanner by ScanLife's 2.2. CodeREADr also leads on review sentiment (70% vs 50%). Code Scanner by ScanLife's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CodeREADr holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 20 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Code Scanner by ScanLife's written reviews are positive against 70% of CodeREADr's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code Scanner by ScanLife ships an update every 2 months, CodeREADr every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Code Scanner by ScanLife versus CodeREADr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode Scanner by ScanLifeCodeREADr
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (28 ratings)4.5 (20 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews69.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings28 — better20
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size168 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBecausal, Inc.CodeREADr Inc

Customer experience

Code Scanner by ScanLife

All ratings28 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative67.9%
Written reviews128 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral5.5%
Negative44.5%

CodeREADr

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive69.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.4%

Bugs and requests

Code Scanner by ScanLife

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Crashes when scanning QR codes
  • Black screen with camera standby message
  • Keyboard input issues in form fields
  • Buttons unresponsive after scanning
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  • Force closes immediately upon opening
  • Fails to open scanned URLs
  • Returns only character strings instead of URLs
  • Cannot identify common products and barcodes
  • Incompatibility with iOS 10, 11, and later versions
  • Battery drain from background processes
  • Confirmation screen creates endless loop

Requested features

9 requests
  • Default browser selection option
  • Ability to disable automatic sharing and Discover feature
  • Option to turn off location-based notifications
  • Better product database with store-specific information
  • In-app code creation feature
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  • Support for China Mobile contact format
  • Ability to save scans as text notes without opening web pages
  • User-submitted data for improved accuracy
  • Canadian database support

CodeREADr

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Code Scanner by ScanLife

No in-app purchases

None

CodeREADr

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Code Scanner by ScanLife free?
Code Scanner by ScanLife is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CodeREADr free?
CodeREADr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Code Scanner by ScanLife or CodeREADr?
CodeREADr is rated higher. Code Scanner by ScanLife averages 2.2 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while CodeREADr averages 4.5 from 20 ratings.
Do Code Scanner by ScanLife or CodeREADr have ads?
Neither Code Scanner by ScanLife nor CodeREADr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code Scanner by ScanLife or CodeREADr?
Code Scanner by ScanLife ships an update every 2 months, and CodeREADr every 3 months. Most recently, Code Scanner by ScanLife was updated on October 8, 2026 and CodeREADr on September 30, 2026.

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