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Head-to-head · QR Code Scanner Apps

QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz vs NeoReader

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz #4 in QR Code Scanner Apps 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Scratterz
NeoReader #5 in QR Code Scanner Apps 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 4 features Visit NeoReader

QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz leads on 1 check, NeoReader on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresQR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz · 4 of 4

QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz and NeoReader score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for qr code scanner apps; QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz sits at #4 and NeoReader at #5 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz offers scan history; NeoReader doesn't.

QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz is the better fit for android users needing batch scans and data exports. NeoReader is the better fit for people scanning codes across devices and web pages.

  • QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz fits best

    Android users needing batch scans and data exports

  • NeoReader fits best

    People scanning codes across devices and web pages

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Side by side

Feature QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz 7.9/10 Visit ↗ NeoReader 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #4 in QR Code Scanner Apps #5 in QR Code Scanner Apps
Best for Android users needing batch scans and data exports People scanning codes across devices and web pages
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price — Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Mobile Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Android Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome extension
Built for Solo Solo, Small business
Features QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz 4/4 · NeoReader 2/4
Scan history ✓ (best) —
Offline scanning ✓ ✓
Flashlight support ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Ad-free option ✓ ✓
Specs
Codes supported Both Both
Platforms android iOS, Android
Our review
Pros
  • Scans QR codes and multiple 1D and 2D barcode formats
  • Keeps scan history locally and supports offline core scanning
  • Batch scans can be exported as CSV, JSON, or plain text
  • Reads QR codes and multiple 1D and 2D barcode formats.
  • Finds multiple codes in one image and previews contents before opening links.
  • Works offline after saving the engine; browser extension scans web pages.
Cons
  • Available on Android only
  • Product information lookup is optional
  • Pro features require a one-time purchase
  • Original iPhone and Android apps have been retired; phone access is through a browser.
  • The scanner itself does not retain scan history.
  • Requires saving the scanner engine on a device before offline use.
Our verdict

QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz is an Android app for scanning QR codes and a range of 1D and 2D barcodes. It suits individuals who want scans stored on their device, need to work without an internet connection, or collect several codes…

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NeoReader is a free browser-based scanner for people who need to read QR codes and barcodes across phones and computers. It supports QR codes and formats including EAN, UPC, Code 128, Data Matrix, Aztec and PDF417. Scanning can start from…

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  1. QR & Barcode Scanner by ScratterzQR Code Scanner Apps 7.9Free plan
  2. NeoReaderQR Code Scanner Apps 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz — where it wins

    • Scans QR codes and multiple 1D and 2D barcode formats
    • Keeps scan history locally and supports offline core scanning
    • Batch scans can be exported as CSV, JSON, or plain text

    Where it doesn't

    • Available on Android only
    • Product information lookup is optional
    • Pro features require a one-time purchase

  • NeoReader — where it wins

    • Reads QR codes and multiple 1D and 2D barcode formats.
    • Finds multiple codes in one image and previews contents before opening links.
    • Works offline after saving the engine; browser extension scans web pages.

    Where it doesn't

    • Original iPhone and Android apps have been retired; phone access is through a browser.
    • The scanner itself does not retain scan history.
    • Requires saving the scanner engine on a device before offline use.
  • QR & Barcode Scanner by Scratterz7.9/10 · Free plan

    A free Android scanner for offline use, multi-code scans, and data exports.

    Visit ScratterzFull verdict →
  • NeoReader7.9/10 · Free plan

    A free scanner for cameras, images and web pages, with offline use after saving its engine.

    Visit NeoReaderFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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