249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Bar Code Reader ™ is the household name in barcode scanning, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.6★ (64) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (670K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (1.4M) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.9★ (4.7K) | Yes | No | Nov 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.5★ (42K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | — | Yes | No | May 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | No | Oct 2026 |
Easily scan barcodes from your camera or existing photos. Access a history of scanned items, and quickly copy or share the data. Ideal for shopping, inventory, or accessing product details.
Easily scan various QR codes and barcodes to access detailed product information, data cards, and scan history. Organize your scans with folders and export data to CSV. Offers unlimited scans and ad-free experience with a PRO subscription.
This app functions as a versatile scanner, capable of reading QR codes, barcodes, business cards, and documents. It also allows for the creation of custom QR codes and provides features like auto-detect scanning and website security checks.
