CodeForge vs TouchNow Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
CodeForge
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CodeForge is the all-in-one QR code generator and barcode scanner that works completely offline. Create a custom QR code in seconds, scan any code with your camera, and keep a tidy history of everything - no account, no sign-up, fully private. Most QR code apps are cluttered, push you to a website, or lock basic features behind a subscription. CodeForge keeps it simple and powerful: generate professional, styled QR codes and common barcodes right on your device, then read any code with smart one-tap actions. CREATE ANY CODE - Make a QR code for a website link, plain text, WiFi network, contact card, email, SMS, phone number, location or calendar event - Generate common barcodes too: Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A and ITF - See a live preview update instantly as you type - Build a WiFi QR code so guests can connect without typing a password STYLE IT YOUR WAY - Pick custom foreground and background colors to match your brand - Add a smooth color gradient and rounded modules for a premium look - Drop your logo in the center of the QR code - Choose the error-correction level for reliable scanning even when printed small SCAN AND ACT INSTANTLY - Scan any QR code or barcode with the live camera, with a torch for low light - Scan a code straight from a photo in your gallery - CodeForge detects the type and offers smart actions: open link, connect WiFi, save contact, call, send SMS or email, open a map - Copy any result to the clipboard with one tap EXPORT AND SHARE - Export your code as a high-resolution PNG image - Export as a crisp, scalable SVG vector for print and design - Share directly to any app, message or email - Re-open and re-export saved codes anytime ORGANIZED HISTORY - Every code you create and scan is saved automatically - Search and filter by created, scanned or favorites - Star the codes you use most for quick access - Swipe to delete and back up your whole history to a JSON file INSIGHTS AND MORE - See totals, your most-used code types and a 16-week activity heatmap - Pick from six languages and set your default style and error correction - Toggle scan sound and haptics, and auto-open scanned links - Everything is tuned to feel like a polished, premium app PERFECT FOR CodeForge is great for small business owners, marketers, event organizers, restaurants and cafes sharing menus, teachers, and anyone who wants a fast, free QR code maker and barcode scanner that respects their privacy. Privacy first: every QR code is generated on your device and your history never leaves your phone. CodeForge works fully offline - no account, no cloud, no tracking of your codes. Download CodeForge today and create, scan and organize QR codes and barcodes the simple, private way - no subscription, no clutter, just a fast and beautiful QR code maker. Whether you need a quick WiFi QR code for guests, a custom QR code with your logo for your business, a product barcode, or a reliable QR scanner that keeps a searchable history, CodeForge has you covered. It is the QR code generator and barcode reader that puts speed, style and privacy first - perfect for everyday use at home, at work and on the go.
TouchNow Remote
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Stream your Mac to your iPhone or iPad and control it with touch ā play Mac games, work remotely, or fix a family member's computer. A FULL MACBOOK KEYBOARD Esc, F1āF12, arrow keys, āā„āā§ combinations and caps lock. The iOS keyboard can't send a single one of these, and they're exactly what you need when driving a Mac. Modifiers are sticky, so combos work one-handed. THREE CONTROL MODES ⢠Game mode: fully customizable virtual gamepad + physical controller support ⢠Trackpad mode: the whole screen becomes a precise trackpad, with a cursor loupe ⢠Direct touch: tap exactly where you want, zero learning curve BUILT FOR PLAY ⢠Peer-to-peer direct connection; median network round-trip time (RTT) about 8 ms on 5 GHz Wi-Fi ⢠1080p 60fps streaming, HEVC encoding, adaptive jitter buffer ⢠Auto-reconnect, keys never get stuck, controllers switch in automatically MORE ⢠An illustrated guide on first launch, reopenable any time from Settings ⢠Single-app window streaming: put just one Mac window on your phone while the Mac screen carries on ⢠Use your iPhone or iPad as a second display for your Mac ā and touch it ⢠Picture in Picture + Live Activity on the Lock Screen ⢠Clipboard sync, audio streaming, Wake-on-LAN, multi-display switching PRIVATE BY DESIGN ⢠End-to-end encrypted: peer-to-peer when possible, relayed only when a direct connection is impossible ā and the relay cannot see your screen ⢠QR / PIN encrypted pairing, end-to-end encryption, allowlist-only connections ⢠While being controlled, the Mac shows a persistent red banner and keeps a full connection history ⢠No account, no tracking, no cloud recording PRICING Everything is free forever on your local network (same Wi-Fi). The only paid item is the Remote Access subscription (monthly or yearly), needed only when you're away and want to reach your Mac. Features that are free today will never move behind the paywall. GETTING STARTED The Mac you want to control needs the free TouchNow Host (macOS 13 or later), from touchmac.app ā it is not on the Mac App Store. Install it, scan the QR code once, and you're paired. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeForge at none against TouchNow Remote's 2. CodeForge also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). TouchNow Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. TouchNow Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. CodeForge asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | CodeForge | TouchNow Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | ā | Every 2 days |
| Ads | Yes | No ā better |
| In-app purchases | No ā better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 ā better | 15.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ferran Espuna | Po hin Ma |
In-app purchases
CodeForge
No in-app purchases
TouchNow Remote
- é 端é£ē·$2.991 Month
- é 端é£ē·$19.991 Year
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