Comparison

Barcode + QR Code Reader vs ISEO Argo Host

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

Head to head
About

Barcode + QR Code Reader

Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes with this powerful, ad-free utility. It automatically recognizes code content and offers relevant actions like adding contacts, opening URLs, or connecting to Wi-Fi. Supports a wide range of code types for various uses.

Highlights
  • Fast and precise scanning
  • Ad-free experience
  • Automatic action suggestions
  • Supports all common code types
  • Add contacts, calendar events
  • Open URLs and maps
  • Wi-Fi auto-connect
Features
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Barcode is the fastest, most precise, and most user-friendly QR reader and barcode scanner for iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. It’s from the makers of the award winning ProCamera app - the photographers’ app - and it offers the same level of sophistication and quality. Unlimited Scanning – No Ads! Use Barcode for pure recognition, for price comparison with Amazon, or instantly browse the web for the scanned information. Use its ability to directly utilize the data of any code you scan: you can add calendar events to your calendar, vCard information to your address book, or open maps to view a location – all with just one tap. You can also easily share the scan results on Twitter and Facebook or via mail and text. HOW IT WORKS Open the app and simply point your device at the code – done! Fully automatic recognition. Barcode will then offer appropriate actions according to the content: - Contacts: add new contact or add individual fields to existing contacts - Call phone number - Add event to Calendar - Copy to clipboard - Open location in Maps - Open URL with Safari or Chrome browser - Open YouTube link - Open iTunes link - Open App Store link - Call or send SMS to a phone number - Send email - WiFi Auto Connect via QR code - Display EAN, UPC, or ISBN: Search products in Amazon or web (opens in Safari/Chrome) - Accessibility and support for VoiceOver - Embedded Facebook integration: Post to wall - Embedded Twitter integration: Send Tweets On devices with flash, the app provides a torch light with adjustable intensity. You can even define a custom URL action to use this app for your own special purpose. BARCODES SUPPORTED Unlike competing apps, this scanner can scan ALL common kinds of codes reaching from the well-known QR codes, AZTEC, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-E, UPC-A, ISBN-10, ISBN-13, I-25, CODE39 (3of9) to CODE128 codes! SUPPORT Please contact us at barcode@cocologics.com or via the in-app customer feedback function if you have any requests or questions. We appreciate your feedback, as it is important for the continued improvement of the app. OPTIONAL BUSINESS UPGRADE – BARCODE PRO The features of the optional Barcode Pro subscription were developed with business and power users in mind: CSV export, any number of custom URLs, and the workflow mode for quick bulk scanning. The subscription will automatically renew at the end of each subscription duration (3 months/1 year), unless cancelled up to 24 hours before the end of the current period. The subscription fee will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Terms of Use: https://barcodeterms.cocologics.com

About

ISEO Argo Host

Manage your smart locks remotely with this application. Send virtual keys, configure access for doors and groups, and monitor opening events. Securely control property access from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Remote smart lock management
  • Virtual key distribution
  • Door and group configuration
  • Key credit management
  • Opening event logging
  • Remote access control
Features
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The ISEO Argo Host allows you to manage your smart locks remotely: Send virtual keys, configure doors, door groups, reload key credits and view opening events with virtual keys. You can enable and disable remotely the access to your property thanks to ISEO Argo Host.

Screenshots

Barcode + QR Code Reader4 screens
ISEO Argo Host4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ISEO Argo Host at 5.0 against Barcode + QR Code Reader's 4.5. ISEO Argo Host also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 6 months vs every 21 months). Barcode + QR Code Reader's advantage is ratings volume (93 vs 1). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Barcode + QR Code Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months. ISEO Argo Host asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ISEO Argo Host holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode + QR Code Reader has 93 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode + QR Code Reader ships an update every 21 months, ISEO Argo Host every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Barcode + QR Code Reader versus ISEO Argo Host: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode + QR Code ReaderISEO Argo Host
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (93 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings93 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 6 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCocologicsISEO Serrature S.p.a.

Customer experience

Barcode + QR Code Reader

All ratings93 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral6.5%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews159 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral6.3%
Negative24.5%

ISEO Argo Host

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Barcode + QR Code Reader

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App adds extra '0' prefix to scanned barcodes
  • Fails to display barcode information after scanning
  • Barcode number format becomes unusable when exported to Excel
  • App doesn't start or launch properly
  • Excessive battery consumption in background
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  • Inconsistent focus and recognition issues
  • App becomes unstable after building large scan history
  • Trailing whitespace added to URLs causing lookup failures
  • Focus takes too long on some devices
  • Compatibility issues with iPhone 4S, iPhone 6, and iPad 2

Requested features

11 requests
  • Ability to scan existing photos from camera roll
  • Multiple custom URL configurations for different lookup types
  • Direct browser search integration (Safari, Chrome)
  • Product information lookup and online price comparison
  • QR code generation and creation features
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  • iPad support
  • Ability to update existing contacts instead of creating new ones
  • Built-in history with export to text file or spreadsheet
  • Toggleable barcode detection beep sound
  • Trailing whitespace sanitization for URLs
  • Remove automatic URL prefix when copying codes

ISEO Argo Host

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Barcode + QR Code Reader

Subscriptions2
  • Pro-Level$0.993 Months
  • Barcode Pro$2.491 Year
None

ISEO Argo Host

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcode + QR Code Reader free?
Barcode + QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ISEO Argo Host free?
ISEO Argo Host is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Barcode + QR Code Reader or ISEO Argo Host?
ISEO Argo Host is rated higher. Barcode + QR Code Reader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 93 ratings, while ISEO Argo Host averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Barcode + QR Code Reader or ISEO Argo Host have ads?
Neither Barcode + QR Code Reader nor ISEO Argo Host shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode + QR Code Reader or ISEO Argo Host?
Barcode + QR Code Reader ships an update every 21 months, and ISEO Argo Host every 6 months. Most recently, Barcode + QR Code Reader was updated on October 5, 2026 and ISEO Argo Host on October 4, 2026.

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