Comparison

BarcodeListings vs QR 2 CSV

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

Head to head
About

BarcodeListings

Features
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BarcodeListings is a fast, practical barcode scanning and list management app for iPhone and iPad. Scan barcodes continuously using the camera, add codes manually when needed, and export your results as CSV. Free features include: • Continuous batch barcode scanning • Manual barcode entry • One active Working List • Basic CSV export and sharing • Configurable duplicate handling • Haptic and sound scan feedback • Adjustable default camera zoom • Torch support • Barcode editing and deletion BarcodeListings Pro is available as a one-time purchase with no subscription and adds: • Multiple named saved lists • Quantity counting for repeated scans • Detailed CSV export • Barcode notes • Search and advanced sorting • Direct CSV email BarcodeListings stores your barcode lists locally on your device and does not require an account. Existing customers who purchased the original paid BarcodeListings app receive Pro access automatically.

About

QR 2 CSV

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to collect and organize data. Export your findings into various file formats like CSV, TXT, XLSX, or PDF. Ideal for inventory, attendance, and record-keeping tasks.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Manual data entry
  • Continuous or single-shot scanning
  • Duplicate scan prevention
  • Export to CSV, TXT, XLSX, PDF
  • On-device AI Assist (Beta)
  • Inventory management features
Features
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QR 2 CSV is a free QR code and barcode scanner that lets you scan, organize, and export results as CSV, TXT, XLSX or PDF. Built for inventory, data collection, attendance, and everyday record keeping. Scan with your camera or enter values manually. Use single or continuous scanning, optional beep and vibration, and duplicate detection. Everything stays on your device. KEY FEATURES: • Scan QR codes and barcodes with your camera: QR Codes, Barcodes (Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-E) • Continuous or single-shot scanning with adjustable delay • Manual entry when you can’t scan • Prevent duplicate scans with a confirmation prompt • Timestamps on every record • Open scanned URLs in Safari • Swipe to delete, or delete specific / all / visible items • Export as CSV or plain TXT — share by email, Messages, Drive, and more • Persistent local storage for scans and settings • Search records (all fields: data, name, description, quantity, lists, timestamp) • On-device AI Assist (Beta) — Apple Intelligence devices only • Select All in Bulk Actions (and List Assign): selects every visible item (search + list filter) INVENTORY MANAGEMENT (optional unlock): • Add & Export name, brand, category, description, quantity, unit price and total price • Add up to 3 photos per record (camera or library) • Enhanced export as Excel (.xlsx) and PDF (.pdf) with ability to include Photos in .xlsx and .pdf Export (default off). • Edit multiple selected items at once • Include inventory fields in your exports • Copy Fields From Existing (scan or manual record) • Search by Field (limit search to Data, Name, Brand, Category, Description, Quantity, Lists, or Timestamp) • Fuzzy Barcode Lookup. While typing on the scanner Keyboard or Manual Input, shows partial matches from your library (e.g. last digits). Tap a match to use that code. • Brand Manager — create, browse, rename, and remove unused brands from your catalog • Category Manager — create, browse, rename, and remove unused categories from your catalog • Related Items - tag an item on multiple lists or an item that has other records with the same barcode. Opens a sheet to see those related entries. • Total List price/quantity/measurement ORGANIZATION / LISTS (optional unlock): • Create lists and assign items to one or more lists • Create groups and assign lists to one or more groups • Scan directly into a list (or leave items Unassigned) • Filter by All, Unassigned, or a specific group / list • Export by list, including list names when enabled • Bulk Actions: assign, edit, export, or delete selected items • Export sort: Sort by Date, Data, Name, Description, or Quantity, with optional Then by • Tertiary export sort — up to 3 levels (Sort by / Then by) WORKFLOWS (BETA): • Choose from Stocking, Restocking, Dynamic, and Revision scanning modes • Move known items between lists, add new items, or do both automatically • Look up existing records across your Source lists while scanning • Control how known, unknown, and duplicate items are handled • Confirm, update, skip, or create records directly from the scanning workflow • Set Destination lists for organized, repeatable stock operations • Built-in demos let you try each workflow before using your own lists BACKUP & RESTORE (optional unlock): • Backup Now — save scans, lists, and settings as a .qr2csv to Files, iCloud Drive, Google Drive, email and more • Restore from User Backup — pick a .qr2csv you saved • Restore from System Snapshot — private in-app copies. System snapshots include photos; user backups do not. • Preview before you replace anything COMPLETE/PREMIUM PACKAGE (optional): • Unlock Inventory, Organization, Backups at a discount when you don’t already own any of them Simply scan, organize, and export. All data stays on your device for privacy and control.

Screenshots

BarcodeListings4 screens
QR 2 CSV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: QR 2 CSV at every 3 days against BarcodeListings's every 168 months. BarcodeListings's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. BarcodeListings sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and QR 2 CSV sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BarcodeListings ships an update every 168 months, QR 2 CSV every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
BarcodeListings versus QR 2 CSV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcodeListingsQR 2 CSV
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—94.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—8 — better
Update frequencyEvery 168 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDwain CaseyDan Ristea

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BarcodeListings

One-time1
  • Barcode Listings Pro$3.99
6 purchases

QR 2 CSV

One-time6
  • Inventory Management$0.99
  • Workflows$0.99
  • Unlock Organization$1.49
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  • Backup & Restore$1.49
  • Inventory + Organization$1.99
  • Premium — Unlock Everything$2.99

Questions

Is BarcodeListings free?
BarcodeListings is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR 2 CSV free?
QR 2 CSV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BarcodeListings or QR 2 CSV have ads?
Neither BarcodeListings nor QR 2 CSV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BarcodeListings or QR 2 CSV?
BarcodeListings ships an update every 168 months, and QR 2 CSV every 3 days. Most recently, BarcodeListings was updated on November 1, 2026 and QR 2 CSV on November 2, 2026.

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