CLZ Barry vs Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CLZ Barry
Scan barcodes using your device's camera and send them directly to Collectorz Connect software. Supports various barcode types for books, music, movies, and games. Offers direct scan and batch scan modes for efficient data entry.
- Scan barcodes with iPhone/iPad camera
- Supports EAN, UPC, ISBN, UPC+2, UPC+5
- Transmit scans to Collectorz Connect
- Direct Scan and Send mode
- Batch Scan Mode for offline scanning
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Scan barcodes with your iPhone or iPad camera and instantly send them to the Collectorz Connect web-based software on your computer. Wireless barcode scanning: * Scan barcodes using the built-in camera of your iPhone or iPad. * Supported barcode types: -- EAN and UPC barcodes (for CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays and video games) -- ISBN barcodes (for books and comic books) -- UPC+2 and UPC+5 barcodes (for comic books) * Instantly transmit scanned barcodes to the Add screen of the Collectorz Connect web-based software on your computer: -- Movie Connect -- Book Connect -- Music Connect -- Comic Connect -- Game Connect * Direct Scan and Send mode: scan directly into the Add screen and let Connect search your item * Batch Scan Mode: Or use CLZ Barry to scan multiple barcodes in "offline" mode, then send the entire batch to the Queue Mode of your Add screen. Enjoy, The CLZ Barry team
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan
Scan any QR code or barcode to access information, menus, and product details. Create custom codes to share links or promote your business. This app simplifies online content access and business promotion for all users.
- Effortless QR and barcode scanning
- Create custom QR codes
- Instant menu access
- Detailed product information
- Smart shopping price comparison
- History tracking of scans
- Export and share scans
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Scan any QR code or barcode instantly - and create your own in seconds. Whether you are scanning a restaurant menu, checking product prices, reading a WiFi QR code, or generating custom barcodes for your business, QR Mate is your all-in-one scanner and code generator. Trusted by users worldwide, QR Mate combines blazing-fast scanning with powerful code creation tools - all in one beautifully designed app. == SCAN ANYTHING, INSTANTLY == Point your camera and scan in less than a second. QR Mate works in any lighting condition, including low-light environments, and recognizes all major code formats: * QR Codes - websites, texts, emails, contacts, WiFi credentials, calendar events, locations, and more * Barcodes - EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, CODE 128, CODE 39, CODE 93, ITF-14, AZTEC, DATAMATRIX, PDF417 * Scan from your camera or directly from photos in your photo library Every scan is saved automatically, so you can revisit, reshare, or reference anything you have scanned before. == CREATE CUSTOM QR CODES & BARCODES == * QR Codes for URLs, text, email, phone, SMS, vCard contacts, WiFi networks, payment info, and more * Barcodes in all standard formats: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, CODE 128, CODE 39, ITF-14, and more * Custom logo QR codes - embed your brand logo directly inside the QR code * Choose colors and styles that match your brand identity * Export as high-resolution images for print, packaging, or digital content == SMART SHOPPING & PRICE COMPARISON == * Scan product barcodes to instantly look up prices, reviews, and product details * Compare prices across retailers before you buy * Check nutritional information by scanning food barcodes * Keep a complete shopping history of everything you have scanned == WIFI QR CODES - SHARE YOUR NETWORK INSTANTLY == * Scan a WiFi QR code to connect instantly - no passwords required * Generate a WiFi QR code from your credentials in seconds * Perfect for homes, offices, cafes, hotels, and events == HISTORY & ORGANIZATION == * Every QR code and barcode you scan is saved automatically * Organized by date and type for easy browsing * Tap any saved scan to reopen the link, reshare, or copy the data * Works completely offline - your history is always accessible == WHO USES QR MATE? == * Students scanning codes for homework, events, and campus resources * Professionals creating branded QR codes for business cards and marketing * Shoppers comparing prices and reading product information before buying * Travelers scanning menus, museum info, transit tickets, and hotel WiFi codes * Small business owners creating barcodes for inventory and promotions QR Mate Subscription Terms: - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after purchase. - Your subscription will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Terms of Service: https://zipoapps.com/qrmateios/terms Privacy Policy: https://zipoapps.com/qrmateios/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: CLZ Barry at 83% against Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's 20%. CLZ Barry also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 18) and ads (none vs shown). Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. CLZ Barry asks for nothing beyond the download.
CLZ Barry holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 193 and 258 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of CLZ Barry's written reviews are positive against 20% of Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's.
CLZ Barry ships an update every 3 months, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on August 23, 2026 and August 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CLZ Barry | Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (193 ratings) — better | 4.4 (258 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 83.0% of reviews — better | 20.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 193 | 258 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 125 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | CLZ | ZipoApps |
Customer experience
CLZ Barry
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan
Bugs and requests
CLZ Barry
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes on iOS 8
- Slow barcode scanning on some devices
- Inability to manually enter barcodes
Requested features
4 requests- Support for more barcode types
- Automatic entry into database
- Offline mode for scanning
- OCR support for items without barcodes
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
CLZ Barry
No in-app purchases
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan
- Best QR Barcode Reader Premium$3.997 Days
- Unlimited Weekly$4.997 Days
- QR Code Scan & Barcode Read +3 Days trial$5.991 Month
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- Unlimited Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Barcode Scanner & QR Code Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- QR Code Read & Scan: Monthly$9.991 Month
- QR Code & Barcode Generator3 Days trial$13.991 Month
- QR Mate Scanner: Annual$24.901 Year
- QR Code & Barcode Reader3 Days trial$29.993 Months
- 3-Month Gold Plan3 Days trial$29.993 Months
- Pro QR Code Scanner & Maker3 Days trial$35.993 Months
- Yearly Pro Plan$49.991 Year
- Yearly Pro Plan3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- QR Code Maker & QR Scanner$54.996 Months
- QR Scanner & Barcode Read Pro3 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Barcode Scanner & QR Code Read$59.996 Months
- QR Code Scan & Barcode Reader+3 Days trial$99.991 Year
- QR Mate Reader: Lifetime Pack$59.99
Questions
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