Comparison

Sleek QR Code Reader vs Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader

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

Head to head
About

Sleek QR Code Reader

Quickly scan and organize QR codes with a comprehensive scanner. Create various QR codes and barcodes for text, websites, contacts, and more. Share and print your codes easily.

Highlights
  • Fast QR code scanning
  • Scan history organization
  • Create QR codes for text, websites, contacts
  • Create barcodes for EAN/UPC, Code 39
  • Email QR codes as printable PDFs
  • Print QR codes via AirPrint
  • Share QR codes via multiple apps
  • iCloud data synchronization
Features
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Sleek QR Code Reader is the fastest, easiest way to organize your QR Codes using a powerful QR Code scanner. Quick scan a QR code and get the information on the fly without switching views. Recently scanned QR Code are listed while you scan, so you can scan all codes and work on them later. FEATURES - Scan History. - Email your QR Codes as sleek printable PDFs. - Print your QR Codes directly using AirPrint. - Share QR Codes via Email, iBooks, Photos or many other compatible apps. - iCloud Support (Sync data between devices and our other apps). CREATE QR CODES FOR - Text - Websites - Phone Numbers - SMS Templates - Calendar Events - Email Addresses - Contact Records - Wireless Networks CREATE BARCODES FOR - EAN/UPC - Code 39 - Code 128 - Code Interleaved 2 of 5 SUBSCRIPTION - The license and usage model is provided as a software service, licensed with a monthly subscription and hosted in the cloud. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. - Privacy Policy (https://www.starkode.com/app/business/privacy/) and Terms of Use (https://www.starkode.com/app/business/terms/).

About

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader

Easily scan, read, and decode over 20 types of QR codes and barcodes. Save your scan history, generate custom codes, and view product details. Supports various scanning methods and export options.

Highlights
  • Scan 20+ QR code and barcode types
  • Scan from photos
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Save, search, and filter scan history
  • View product details via Google/Amazon
  • Export history as text or CSV
Features
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Scan QR codes and more than 20 barcode formats from your camera or photo library. Code Scanner reads Data Matrix, GS1 DataBar, UPC, EAN, Aztec, PDF417 and more, then makes every result easy to save, find and share. SCAN ANYWHERE - Use the front or rear camera and torch - Import photos and detect multiple codes in one image - Automatically copy results or open scanned links KEEP CODES ORGANIZED - Save, search and filter your scan history - View values, code type, scan date and data size - Export history as CSV, plain text or a text file CREATE AND LOOK UP - Create and share QR codes and barcodes - Find product details with Google and Amazon - Reopen and share previous scans MADE FOR IPHONE AND IPAD - Dark Mode, Larger Text, VoiceOver, Voice Control, Reduced Motion and haptic feedback - A focused native experience without annoying ads SUPPORTED FORMATS QR, Micro QR, Aztec, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Data Matrix, EAN-8, EAN-13, ITF-14, PDF417, Micro PDF417, UPC, Codabar, GS1 DataBar and more. Questions or feedback? Email hello@craftapp.co. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Sleek QR Code Reader4 screens
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader at free with in-app purchases against Sleek QR Code Reader's subscription. Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (650 vs 3). Sleek QR Code Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Sleek QR Code Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader has 650 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Sleek QR Code Reader's written reviews are positive against 72% of Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sleek QR Code Reader ships an update every 3 months, Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 14, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Sleek QR Code Reader versus Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSleek QR Code ReaderCode Scanner QR Barcode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3 ratings)4.6 (650 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews72.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3650 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.3 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB20 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperStarkode Limited CompanyBen Gilroy

Customer experience

Sleek QR Code Reader

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader

All ratings650 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral4.0%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive72.2%
Neutral5.6%
Negative22.2%

Bugs and requests

Sleek QR Code Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App stopped working on iPhone 12 - no barcode recognition
  • Cannot scan from photos
  • Fails to read unclear or damaged QR codes
  • Data matrix format not supported
  • Inconsistent app name across platforms (iPhone vs App Store)

Requested features

5 requests
  • Zoom functionality for better scanning
  • Integrated search option within app
  • Data matrix code support
  • Scan history/log feature
  • Ability to delay browser opening after scan

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Sleek QR Code Reader

Subscriptions1
  • Premium + Backup$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Premium$3.99
13 purchases

Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader

Subscriptions10
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Code Scanner Pro$1.997 Days
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
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  • Code Scanner Pro$3.991 Month
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime$24.99
  • Lifetime$29.99
  • Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Sleek QR Code Reader free?
Sleek QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader free?
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sleek QR Code Reader or Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader?
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader is rated higher. Sleek QR Code Reader averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader averages 4.6 from 650 ratings.
Do Sleek QR Code Reader or Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader have ads?
Neither Sleek QR Code Reader nor Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sleek QR Code Reader or Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader?
Sleek QR Code Reader ships an update every 3 months, and Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader every 2 weeks. Most recently, Sleek QR Code Reader was updated on August 14, 2026 and Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader on September 21, 2026.

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