Bluguard Link vs CodeLens
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bluguard Link
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Bluguard Link app enables you to access your Bluguard SmartHome System remotely. The functions are: - Push Notifications - Home & Room Management - Wired & Wireless Alarm - Automation Control - Scene Control - Camera - Elderly Care - Panic Button - Away/Stay Arm and Disarm your security system - Bypass Sensor - Monitor and view partitions status - Monitor and view sensors status - Monitor and view system troubles - Auto Sync Time
CodeLens
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The #1 Smart QR Code Scanner & Barcode Reader - lightning-fast, beautifully designed, and packed with powerful features for every scanning need. INSTANT QR & BARCODE SCANNING • Point your camera at any code - results appear in milliseconds • Auto-detect QR codes, barcodes, UPC, EAN, Data Matrix, and more • Built-in flashlight for scanning in low-light environments • Scan from saved photos, screenshots, and your entire photo library POWERFUL QR CODE GENERATOR • Create professional QR codes for Wi-Fi, Website, Contact (vCard), Email, Phone, SMS, and Location • 30+ social media templates: Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Snapchat, and more • Business templates: PayPal, Google Review, App Store link, Meeting URL • Fully customizable designs with colors, gradients, frames, and logo overlays HOME SCREEN & LOCK SCREEN WIDGETS • Instant 1-tap scan access from your home screen • Quick-action widgets for camera scan, photo scan, and QR creation • Lock screen widgets for ultra-fast access without unlocking SMART SCAN MANAGEMENT • Complete scan history with automatic save • Favorite and organize your most important scans • Export and share scan results instantly via AirDrop, Messages, Email • Batch scanning mode for rapid multi-item processing SECURITY & PRIVACY FIRST • All scanning happens 100% on-device - your data never leaves your phone • Secure link preview before opening URLs • HTTPS verification indicator for safe browsing • No account required, no data collection SUPPORTED CODE TYPES QR Code, Barcode, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, ITF, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix Available in 20+ languages with full localization support. Download now and experience the fastest, most beautiful QR scanner on the App Store!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bluguard Link at none against CodeLens's 2. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. CodeLens sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Bluguard Link asks for nothing beyond the download.
Bluguard Link ships an update fortnightly, CodeLens every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bluguard Link | CodeLens |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 127 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Archtron Research & Development | Amar Singh Ahirwar |
In-app purchases
Bluguard Link
No in-app purchases
CodeLens
- weekly 3 day free$7.997 Days
- Qr code reader yearly$29.991 Year
