Shelf Companion
Asset tracking & QR audits
About
This app allows teams to manage and audit assets directly from their mobile devices. Scan QR codes or barcodes to quickly access asset details, update information, and conduct real-time inventory audits. It syncs instantly with the web platform and is designed for collaborative team use.
What's New in Shelf Companion
1.6.0
October 20, 2026
Shelf now runs as a real iPad app. - Screens fit the iPad instead of showing an enlarged iPhone app - Turn the iPad sideways and the tabs move to a sidebar - Works held upright or sideways Bookings. - Scan to check out a booking's assets - Assets are grouped under their kits, and a kit can be picked as one unit - See where each booked asset lives, and search your bookings - Long booking descriptions open in full with "Show more" Custody and stock. - Scan quantity-tracked assets into and out of someone's custody - Choose which location a pool's units come from - Move part of a stock quantity to another location, and manage where it is kept Audits. - Tap a row to open the asset, then go back to the audit - Long audit descriptions open in full with "Show more" Roles and safety. - Support for the new Manager role, which runs bookings, custody and audits - Permanent deletes ask you to type the name first - Archived assets show as archived Fixes. - Sheets stay open until a save succeeds - Asset descriptions show a character count, up to 5,000 - Opening a link to a booking or audit while another one is open shows the right one
MoreFAQ
What is Shelf Companion?
Shelf Companion is a mobile application that extends the Shelf asset management platform to your smartphone or tablet. It allows you to scan QR codes, manage assets, and conduct audits directly from the field, syncing all changes instantly with your web workspace.
Does Shelf Companion require a Shelf account?
Yes, Shelf Companion is an extension of the Shelf web platform and requires an existing Shelf account to sign in. There is no separate subscription needed for the mobile app itself.
What types of barcodes can Shelf Companion scan?
Shelf Companion supports scanning Code 128, Code 39, DataMatrix, EAN-13, and external QR codes that have been registered to an asset within your Shelf account.
Can I perform audits with Shelf Companion?
Yes, you can run audits directly from the floor using Shelf Companion. Scan assets as you go, and see the audit progress in real-time, identifying what's been found and what's still expected.
How does Shelf Companion handle team access?
Shelf Companion is built for teams with role-aware design. Different user roles, such as base users, self-service members, admins, and owners, will see only the information and actions relevant to their permissions.
Is Shelf Companion available on multiple devices?
Shelf Companion is designed for mobile use and is supported on iPhones, iPads, and iPods, allowing for flexible asset management across different Apple devices.
How often is Shelf Companion updated?
The latest version of Shelf Companion is 1.6.0, which was last updated on October 20, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements to enhance the user experience.
Does Shelf Companion have ads?
No, Shelf Companion does not contain advertisements. As a productivity tool designed for professional use, it provides an ad-free experience to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
