QR codes are everywhere, but scanning and generating them often requires online tools. Codex QR offers a desktop app for Windows and macOS that works 100% offline, supporting over 25 QR types and batch processing.
Codex QR is a one-time purchase Mac, Windows app in Internet Utilities. It costs $79 one-time, with no subscription. A free tier is available.
Codex QR provides a professional QR code scanning and generating solution for Windows and macOS. The app supports over 25 QR types, including WiFi, vCard, and URL, and works entirely offline, ensuring complete privacy. Users can scan QR codes from screens, webcams, or files, and generate codes with custom designs and HD export.
The app suits professionals who need reliable QR code tools without relying on internet connectivity. Codex QR offers a lifetime license for a one-time fee, allowing unlimited scanning and generation with free updates. A free version is available with basic features.
It does not offer cloud-based dynamic QR code editing or analytics, focusing instead on offline functionality. Linux support is not mentioned.
| License | Perpetual, lifetime updates |
|---|---|
| Updates | Free updates included with the lifetime license. |
| Trial | Free tier |
| Subscription also offered | Yes, $5/month |
| Platforms | Mac, Windows |
| Minimum OS | Windows 10, macOS 1.0.0 |
| Works offline | Yes |
| Developer | Codex QR (company) |
| Version | 3.0.1 |
Why we listed it
Codex QR offers a lifetime license for $79, including all features and free updates. The app has been available since 2016.
Best for: Professionals needing offline QR code tools without internet reliance.
Not for: Those requiring cloud-based dynamic QR code editing and analytics.
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