# Wine Scanner & Expert Reviews — user reviews > 125 indexed App Store user reviews of Wine Scanner & Expert Reviews by Natalie McLean, rated 1.00/5 from 1 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wine-scanner-and-expert-reviews/id353052386/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wine-scanner-and-expert-reviews/id353052386.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 0 · 4★ 0 · 3★ 0 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 1 ## What do users think of Wine Scanner & Expert Reviews? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 👍 Expert wine reviews from Natalie MacLean - 🔍 Label scanner and barcode scanning functionality - 📍 Store inventory integration with LCBO and SAQ - 🍷 Food and wine pairing suggestions - 💾 Wine cellar tracking feature - 🛒 Shopping cart and wishlist functionality - 📱 User-friendly interface design - 🌍 Comprehensive wine database - ⚡ Fast app performance - 📋 Recipe recommendations with wine pairings **Cons** - 🐛 Unreliable barcode and label scanning - 🔍 Incomplete wine database with missing common bottles - 💰 Misleading free-to-play model with required subscription - 🍁 Ontario-centric bias in wine selection - 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing - 🔄 Inconsistent search functionality - ⚠️ Incorrect wine identification and details - 🔐 Password and login issues - 📧 Persistent unwanted email subscriptions - 🗺️ Limited geographic coverage outside Canada **Commonly reported bugs** - Label scanner fails to recognize wines consistently - Barcode scanning doesn't work reliably - App crashes when updating wines in cellar - Reviews section fails to load - App freezes and requires restart - Cannot navigate back without returning to main menu - Password acceptance issues - Incorrect wine identification (wrong varietal or bottle size) - Unsubscribe requests not honored - Camera scan only works for first scan then fails **Most requested features** - Improved barcode and label scanning accuracy - Expanded wine database coverage - Better search functionality with advanced filters - User location settings for accurate pricing - Support for more wine regions and producers - Better navigation within app sections - Dark mode option - Expanded coverage for US wines and wineries - More detailed and longer wine reviews - Improved app stability and performance ## Newest reviews (10 of 125) ### 2/5 — une bouteille sur 1 scan *2021-12-23, version 4.0.5* perte de temps , seulement 1 bouteille sur 5 scan , tout mes produits sont de la SAQ , l’app comporte des glitchs , l’app se referme continuellement. par contre l’interface est bien fait par rapport à d’autres apps … ### 4/5 — Wonderful-for Ontarians. *2021-06-03, version 4.0.5* First things first: Natalie is a phenomenal taster. I’ve never bought a high rated bottle that didn’t deserve the accolade. It is true, though, that you have to pay an annual subscription of about $30 to get much out of it. More annoying is the heavy Ontario-centric basis of the app. Most of the top rosés are from Niagara, but BCL doesn’t sell ANYTHING from Ontario. The prices, too, are from LCBO (ie cheaper than BC) even though the BCL prices are online and the app knows where I am. Okanagan wines are under-represented, presumably because Natalie doesn’t encounter them in Ontario. EDIT: I don’t know if the search function has been improved or I just missed it before, but you can search by varietal, country, etc. The label scanner is rubbish, as others have said, so that option seldom works. Using Top 10 plus the search function gets you where you need to go most of the time though. ### 2/5 — Buggy *2021-03-06, version 4.0.5* Very buggy app. Camera scan great for the first scan, then doesn’t work after the first scan. It often get the wine wrong. ### 2/5 — Crashes *2020-07-14, version 4.0.5* As much as I’d like to love this app, it crashes every time I try to update a wine I’ve scanned. ### 3/5 — Not free *2017-07-15, version 4.0.3* It doesn't say in app purchases, but if you want anything you have to do a monthly subscription. Misleading. Moderately useful app information. ### 5/5 — Finally *2016-12-05, version 4.0.1* I love this app! ### 5/5 — Excellent app! *2016-12-04, version 4.0.1* I love this. Ease of use. The massive wine library. The scanner works like a dream! ### 5/5 — A great app for finding a good wine *2016-12-04, version 4.0.1* It provides invaluable information on all types of wine. ### 1/5 — Poor ability to accurately scan *2016-10-04, version 4.0.1* I was unable to successfully identify 5 bottles from California I attempted to scan ### 5/5 — Great wine app! *2016-10-03, version 4.0.1* I would be lost in the liquor store without it. Love the label scanner ... much improved! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Most functions don’t work well *2023-01-29, version 4.0.5* Doesn’t scan more than one wine in 5. Search is missing lots of wines that I’ve bought recently in Vintages in LCBO. Not really sure what the point is if it can’t do these basics. ### 1/5 — Poor selection of items *2022-12-27, version 4.0.5* Very poor selection of items. Numerous bottles, not one found. ### 1/5 — Disappointed - used to be good *2021-02-14, version 4.0.5* She clearly is an expert in her field. But the app hasn’t been upgraded in years. adverts of “best wine app” must be really outdated... I lost all my saved info. And you can’t set your location (so prices and shopping suggestions are pointless). Website looks like it has potential, but I want an app. ### 1/5 — Deceptive *2020-01-29, version 4.0.5* If you want the score of a wine it says you need to register to become part of the community it’s free..... so you join only to find out it’s not free, free trial but then pay. Not sure how they got around apples policy as it does not say in app purchases in the store. ### 1/5 — Very limited *2020-01-23, version 4.0.5* Upon downloading I liked the look of the app but.... First two bottles I scanned could not be found. Searched a well known Australian brand by name and a very poor selection of their wines was represented. Just no point going further with this app. ### 1/5 — Overpriced *2019-08-04, version 4.0.5* The price is burning into my wine fund. However neat idea. Didn’t have the year of the wine I needed! Not for me. ### 1/5 — App didn't work *2017-03-02, version 4.0.3* The scanner works sometimes, but wouldn't give me reviews w/out joining their community. Even then I'd have to by a subscription to get the review. ### 1/5 — Don't loose your time with this app *2016-12-27, version 4.0.1* Even if it's free it's bad. Scan doesn't recognize popular wine and maturity date are wrong compare to known experts. ### 1/5 — Useless *2016-11-12, version 4.0.1* Tried scanning at least 6 bottles and none were recognized by the front label or the bar code. I did have one kind of work. It recognized the brand but tagged it as a cab Sav and it was a Sav Blanc. ### 1/5 — App mediocre, company annoying *2016-10-07, version 4.0.1* Bar code inventory makes it useless. Unsubscribed a dozen times and still getting emails! ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Great app *2020-12-07, version 4.0.5* Great app. When paired with subscription to monthly wine reviews (Cheap!) this is fantastic for purchasing good wines at prices at local liquor store. Love the shopping cart feature. I can show the bottle or LCBO # to store employees to find my wines quickly. ### 5/5 — Very pleased *2018-12-26, version 4.0.5* The app has worked very well for me. Having LCBO wines and their stock levels at nearby stores is great! ### 5/5 — Great app very useful *2017-06-17, version 4.0.3* I have tried several wine apps, this has to be the best so far. I mailed the company and owner to add a wine to database it was done within a few days with a thank you email. ### 5/5 — Only app with label scanner and bar code reader *2017-02-08, version 4.0.3* Plus Canadian prices and stock in Canadian stores. Fast and accurate. ### 5/5 — My trusted App for everything wine *2017-02-07, version 4.0.3* From wine reviews to best value purchases this app will guide you to enjoyable wine every time. It is easy to use, links with store availability and through the wine cellar allows you to keep track of all your wine and your reviews for future purchases. Even find food pairings to elevate your enjoyment to the next level. Thanks Natalie and team for continuing to listen to your users and improving the experience with each release. ### 5/5 — Amazing! *2017-02-05, version 4.0.1* All the useful and correct information is still there plus so much more. I use it when shopping at the liquor store. This app is clear, attractive and so easy to navigate. It is fast ... Information as quickly as possible. I like that. Thank you, Nat. You have given us the perfect wine gift. Wow! ### 5/5 — I already loved this ap but now now it's even better - it makes buying wine so easy! *2017-02-05, version 4.0.3* Makes it so much easier to choose wine. Like taking your own personal Sommelier with you. ### 5/5 — Very useful *2017-02-02, version 4.0.2* Want to save time looking for good wines and finding the stores that have them? Or knowing the best wines at the store you are visiting? Here is the app that does that. Complete with reviews, and easy scanning of bar codes and labels! ### 5/5 — Great update *2017-01-31, version 4.0.2* The label scanner is much faster in this update. This app just keeps getting better. Happy to see the commitment to continous improvement. ### 5/5 — Love it! *2016-12-06, version 4.0.1* Great features, especially love the Best Values and Pairings sections :) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-19.*