CrazyScan vs Barcode QR Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CrazyScan
This utility app quickly scans all standard 1D and 2D code types, including QR codes. It offers features like dual scan cores for speed, offline functionality, and a flashlight for dark environments. Manage your scan history and access quick actions via 3D Touch.
- Scans all standard 1D and 2D code types
- Dual Scan Core for fast results
- Offline scanning capability
- Multi-scan for continuous scanning
- Flashlight for low-light scanning
- Scan history management
- 3D Touch Quick Actions
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CrazyScan supports scan of all standard 1D and 2D code types – QR, Aztec, UPC, EAN13, EAN8, Code39, Code93, Code128, PDF417, ITF14, DataMatrix and so on. It is the easiest and most convenient Code Reader for you. 【FEATURES】 ● The fastest Code Reader - Scans with Dual Scan Core and gives the result very fast. You can also copy and paste or import a QR Code image to the app at anytime and get the result. - It works whether there is network or not. - Multiscan allows you to scan a number of QR codes continuously and shows the results swiftly. - Flash light helps you to scan easily in the dark. ● iOS 9 Spotlight Search - Use Spotlight to search for content of Scan and open it directly in its Detail Page. ● 3D Touch feature for iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus - Quick Actions from the iPhone Home screen: Import a code image from album, Multiscan and Manage History. ● History management - Saves scan history automatically for management. 【FEEDBACK】 - App feedback：About- Feedback - Official QQ Group：475041343 - Wechat account：vDreamerTeam - Weibo：@vDreamerTeam
Barcode QR Reader
This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes from your camera, photos, or shared images. It helps you preview links, remove tracking, and supports various code types. All processing is done locally on your device for enhanced privacy.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Use camera, photos, or shared images
- Preview links before opening
- Remove tracking parameters
- Supports multiple code types (Wi-Fi, contact, boarding pass, etc.)
- Local processing for privacy
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A fast, private scanner for QR codes and barcodes. Use your camera, pick a photo, or scan an image shared from another app. See what a link really is before you open it, and clear tracking parameters with a tap. Scan several codes at once, then share any result. It reads QR, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, Wi-Fi, contact cards, boarding passes, and more. Everything stays on your device. No ads, no tracking, and no in-app purchases.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: CrazyScan at Free against Barcode QR Reader's $0.99. CrazyScan also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.0). Barcode QR Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 72%). On update cadence 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
CrazyScan is free to download; Barcode QR Reader costs $0.99 up front. Barcode QR Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CrazyScan asks for nothing beyond the download.
CrazyScan ships an update monthly, Barcode QR Reader every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CrazyScan | Barcode QR Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.3 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 72.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 91 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 芸倩 潘 | KIVANC YAZAN |
Customer experience
CrazyScan
Barcode QR Reader
In-app purchases
CrazyScan
No in-app purchases
Barcode QR Reader
- Premium$0.99
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