Comparison

CodeLens vs CodeLens

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

Head to head
About

CodeLens

Features
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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!

About

CodeLens

Features
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Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly with Code Lens, a fast, private scanner, creator, and organizer for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Point your camera at a code or import a photo, screenshot, file, or PDF. Code Lens recognizes links, products, Wi-Fi networks, contacts, phone numbers, messages, email addresses, locations, calendar events, and more, then shows the actions that matter. SCAN WITH CONFIDENCE • Scan QR codes and common barcode formats • Import codes from Photos, screenshots, files, and PDFs • Detect multiple codes in one image • Use flashlight, zoom, sound, and haptic feedback • Review links before opening them • Use private mode when you do not want a scan saved SMART RESULTS • Open websites and inspect their real domain • Join or share Wi-Fi details • Save contacts and calendar events • Call, message, email, copy, or share • Open locations in Maps • Identify products and food items when information is available • Search product prices and details online CREATE YOUR OWN CODES Generate QR codes for: • Websites • Text • Wi-Fi • Contacts • Phone numbers • Messages • Email • Locations • Calendar events • Social profiles • Custom data Customize your codes with colors, styles, frames, captions, and logos. Export them as high-resolution images or PDFs, save them to Photos or Files, print them, or share them anywhere. ORGANIZE EVERYTHING • Automatic scan history • Favorites • Folders • Tags • Notes • Search, filters, and sorting • Face ID protection • Optional iCloud sync BATCH SCANNING & INVENTORY Create projects for stock counts, collections, warehouse checks, books, products, or event items. Scan continuously, track quantities and prices, manage duplicates, and export results as CSV, JSON, or PDF. MORE USEFUL TOOLS • OCR text scanner • Manual barcode entry • NFC reader and writer on supported devices • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets • Siri Shortcuts and App Intents • Saved-code access on Apple Watch • Responsive layouts for iPhone, iPad, and Mac PRIVACY FIRST Core scanning works on-device. Code Lens does not require an account for basic scanning, creating, saving, or sharing. Private-mode scans are not added to your history. Some product, food, price, link-safety, cloud, NFC, and advanced export features may require internet access, supported hardware, or Code Lens Premium. - Privacy: https://app.azam.to/codelens/privacy - Terms: https://app.azam.to/codelens/terms

Screenshots

CodeLens4 screens
CodeLens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: CodeLens at 16.6 against CodeLens's 18.0. 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. CodeLens sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and CodeLens sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
CodeLens versus CodeLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeLensCodeLens
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAmar Singh AhirwarAbduazim Islomjonov

In-app purchases

2 purchases

CodeLens

Subscriptions2
  • weekly 3 day free$7.997 Days
  • Qr code reader yearly$29.991 Year
3 purchases

CodeLens

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is CodeLens free?
CodeLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeLens free?
CodeLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CodeLens or CodeLens have ads?
Neither CodeLens nor CodeLens shows ads.

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