QR & Barcode Scanner

What QR & Barcode Scanner does

QR & Barcode Scanner turns your phone camera into a reader for QR codes and common barcodes. It can recognise links, Wi-Fi details, contact information, ISBNs and other encoded data, then offer an appropriate action such as opening a URL or connecting to a network. It suits anyone who wants a straightforward scanner for everyday codes, as well as users who need to handle scans in batches.

Useful sides beyond scanning

The app also works in the other direction: its built-in generator can create QR codes from text, clipboard content or contact details. A scan history makes previous results easier to revisit, while export options support saving scan data as CSV or TXT. Batch scanning is useful for collecting several codes in one session, including basic inventory or tracking tasks.

• For quick checks: automatic scanning reduces the need to press a button before every code.
• For difficult conditions: flashlight support and pinch-to-zoom can help with dim lighting or codes that are not close to the camera.
• For shopping: product barcodes can be used to compare prices online.

What to consider

This is a utility-first app rather than a broad productivity suite. Its value depends on needing camera-based code recognition, code creation or scan records; if you only scan an occasional link, many of its extra tools may remain unused. The interface presents relevant actions after a scan, which keeps the next step focused, though the number of available functions may feel more involved than a basic reader.

Reach and track record

QR & Barcode Scanner is published by Gamma Play in the Tools category. It has a displayed rating of 4.84 out of 5 from more than 4 million reviews, with 500,000,000+ installs. Those figures show broad adoption, while the separate features above are the better guide to whether it matches your needs.