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Head-to-head · QR Code Scanner Apps

QR Code Reader by TeaCapps vs NeoReader

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
QR Code Reader by TeaCapps #3 in QR Code Scanner Apps 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit TeaCapps
NeoReader #5 in QR Code Scanner Apps 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 4 features Visit NeoReader

QR Code Reader by TeaCapps 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 Code Reader by TeaCapps · 3 of 4

QR Code Reader by TeaCapps and NeoReader score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for qr code scanner apps; QR Code Reader by TeaCapps sits at #3 and NeoReader at #5 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

QR Code Reader by TeaCapps offers scan history; NeoReader doesn't.

QR Code Reader by TeaCapps is the better fit for iOS and Android users needing history and workflows. NeoReader is the better fit for people scanning codes across devices and web pages.

  • QR Code Reader by TeaCapps fits best

    iOS and Android users needing history and workflows

  • NeoReader fits best

    People scanning codes across devices and web pages

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Side by side

Feature QR Code Reader by TeaCapps 7.9/10 Visit ↗ NeoReader 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #3 in QR Code Scanner Apps #5 in QR Code Scanner Apps
Best for iOS and Android users needing history and workflows People scanning codes across devices and web pages
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Mobile Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome extension
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features QR Code Reader by TeaCapps 3/4 · NeoReader 2/4
Scan history ✓ (best) —
Offline scanning Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Flashlight support ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Ad-free option ✓ ✓
Specs
Codes supported Both Both
Platforms iOS, Android iOS, Android
Our review
Pros
  • Scans QR codes and formats including EAN, UPC, Data Matrix, PDF417 and Aztec
  • Searches and exports scan history as CSV, with image scanning and annotations
  • Includes business scanner mode and inventory workflows on iOS and Android
  • 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
  • Some features may require an in-app purchase
  • Focused on mobile rather than desktop scanning workflows
  • Email is the listed support channel
  • 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 Code Reader by TeaCapps is a mobile app for scanning and creating QR codes and barcodes, aimed at iOS and Android users who want more than a one-off camera scan. It reads formats including EAN, UPC, Data Matrix, PDF417 and Aztec, and…

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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 Code Reader by TeaCappsQR Code Scanner Apps 7.9Free plan
  2. NeoReaderQR Code Scanner Apps 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • QR Code Reader by TeaCapps — where it wins

    • Scans QR codes and formats including EAN, UPC, Data Matrix, PDF417 and Aztec
    • Searches and exports scan history as CSV, with image scanning and annotations
    • Includes business scanner mode and inventory workflows on iOS and Android

    Where it doesn't

    • Some features may require an in-app purchase
    • Focused on mobile rather than desktop scanning workflows
    • Email is the listed support channel

  • 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 Code Reader by TeaCapps7.9/10 · Free plan

    A mobile QR and barcode scanner with searchable history and inventory workflows.

    Visit TeaCappsFull 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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