# RawCodeScan

> Barcode scanner for detailed content, control characters, and GS1 compliance checks. (iPhone/iPad app by Stefan Arnhold.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rawcodescan/id1088678259 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stefan Arnhold](https://appshunter.io/developer/432185706)
- Category: Business, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), American English
- Released: 2016-03-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rawcodescan/id1088678259/reviews.md

## What is RawCodeScan?

This is a Barcode scanner to discover everything in the barcode. It will show you plain text content and also non-readable control characters to help you understanding what happens behind the scene. The current version will focus on Code128 and Datamatrix barcodes and could also help to check GS1 compliance.

As easy as expected: scan the barcode and the result will be shown in two separate windows

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For a more detailed GS1 check plus reporting, 
please have a look at the app "Barcode Check" 
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## Key features

- Barcode scanning
- Displays plain text content
- Reveals control characters
- Supports Code128
- Supports Datamatrix
- GS1 compliance check

## Chart rankings

- #63 in Top Paid · Business (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rawcodescan/id1088678259/reviews.md

### 1/5 — You broke it

*2024-12-18*

I’ve enjoyed this app for over 10 years but not today.  What’s with the new version? I can’t read a simple 1D and don’t see the value inside a QR even though I think it scanned. The new interface is totally not clear and the app is now not non functional.

### 1/5 — New IOS User Interface

*2024-06-07*

My app has updated to the newest version and I do not understand how to use the new IOS user interface. I cannot scan and 1D or 2D barcodes and then cannot find any instructions in the app or online. The old interface worked great.

### 1/5 — New update destroyed it

*2024-06-04*

This use to be great, new update will not scan anything. It’s frustrating. If you have the old version don’t update! They’re making you download a second app, that has a year subscription. 

So they break this one that was paid!!! In order to get you on their subscription model. 
New app with trial works great, at 19.99 a year

### 1/5 — Not working

*2024-05-29*

New version doesnot works with GS-1 DataMatrix

### 1/5 — ITS NOT SCAN AFTER UPDATE

*2024-05-24*

Its not scanning neither of any type of barcodes

### 5/5 — Worked great for years, strange bug

*2024-05-23*

This app was outstandingly useful for years, the only one you can trust to read and identify nonprinting control characters. BUT

New version has strange bug where it will not read a DMC until after you have first scanned a 1d code. Please fix!

### 1/5 — Can’t scan

*2024-05-17*

The software can’t scan after update

### 3/5 — Ganz gut Aber..

*2023-07-12*

Liefert gute Ergebnisse leider erst immer nach einem zusätzlichen Klick auf die Lupe.
Zeigt trotz Kauf Werbung für andere App an

### 5/5 — Scannt schnell und zuverlässig

*2022-11-11*

Sehr schneller und zuverlässiger Lesevorgang. Etwas irritiert hat mich, dass man nach erfolgreichem Scan die Lupe drücken muss um das Ergebnis zu sehen.

### 1/5 — Can’t magnify

*2021-07-27*

Can’t handle very small barcodes. Other apps will let you zoom or magnify the camera before imaging. 
Nice decodes, but if you can’t read the code to begin with, what’s the point?

## Frequently asked questions about RawCodeScan

### What barcodes does RawCodeScan support?

RawCodeScan currently focuses on Code128 and Datamatrix barcodes. This allows users to scan and analyze these specific formats for detailed content and compliance.

### Does RawCodeScan show hidden characters in barcodes?

Yes, RawCodeScan is designed to display not only the readable text content of a barcode but also non-readable control characters. This feature helps users understand the underlying data structure.

### Is RawCodeScan suitable for checking GS1 compliance?

RawCodeScan can assist in checking GS1 compliance by revealing the barcode's content and structure. For more detailed GS1 checks and reporting, the developer recommends a separate app called 'Barcode Check'.

### What devices is RawCodeScan compatible with?

RawCodeScan is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to function across these Apple mobile platforms.

### How often is RawCodeScan updated?

The latest version of RawCodeScan is 2405, and it was last updated on May 14, 2024. This indicates a recent update frequency.

### What is the price of RawCodeScan?

RawCodeScan is a paid application, priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to its barcode scanning and analysis features.

### What is the user rating for RawCodeScan?

RawCodeScan has a rating of 2.6 stars based on 17 ratings. This suggests that user satisfaction may be mixed.

### What is the age rating for RawCodeScan?

RawCodeScan has an age rating of 4+. This means it is considered suitable for children aged 4 and above, with no mature content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2405 — 2024-05-14

New user interface

### 2212 — 2022-11-10

Automatic copy raw data into clipboard

### 2211 — 2022-11-08

Support for new iPhones and iPads

### 2111 — 2021-09-29

Bugfix iPad Mini Scan

### 2110 — 2021-09-29

Support iPad Mini 2021

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