Comparison

Pier Trucker vs BoxCode

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pier Trucker

Access live camera feeds, check container status, and get real-time port turn time information. This app utilizes background GPS to calculate wait times, though this can impact battery life.

Highlights
  • Live camera feeds
  • Turn time information
  • Container status checking
  • Port turn time calculation
  • GPS location tracking
Features
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Live cameras, turn time information, container status checking and more! App records GPS location in the background and uses it to calculate port turn time. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. App preview background pattern provided by Toptal Subtle Patterns.

About

BoxCode

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BoxCode turns an iPhone into a focused shipping-container record tool. Point the camera at an ISO 6346 container identifier or choose an existing photo. BoxCode reads the marking on device, reconstructs common OCR errors, and verifies the check digit before a record can be saved. CAPTURE WITH CONFIDENCE • Scan container identifiers with the camera or Photo Library • Validate ISO 6346 check digits before saving • Review ambiguous results instead of accepting unsafe autofills • Correct or enter identifiers manually when markings are difficult KEEP USEFUL EVIDENCE • Save a container code, seal number, notes and timestamp • Optionally attach coordinates and the evidence photo • Review verified records in a clean local history EXPORT WITH BOXCODE PRO • Try five verified records free • Unlock unlimited records and CSV export with one lifetime purchase • No subscription, account or advertising PRIVATE BY DESIGN Container photos and recognized text are processed on the device. BoxCode does not operate a user-account or container-data server, and it contains no third-party analytics or advertising SDKs. Records stay on the device unless you choose to export or share them. BoxCode is an identification and record-keeping aid. Always confirm visible markings before relying on a record for operational, customs, safety or legal decisions.

Screenshots

Pier Trucker4 screens
BoxCode3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pier Trucker at none against BoxCode's 1. Pier Trucker also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BoxCode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pier Trucker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pier Trucker versus BoxCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPier TruckerBoxCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews48.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.1K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVladimir PshonyakIsaac Cheok

Bugs and requests

Pier Trucker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Cameras not working for different terminals
  • App not allowing login or account creation
  • Constant location tracking even when not needed

Requested features

4 requests
  • Chat room with image sharing
  • Bring back grace periods
  • Improve camera coverage and reliability
  • Provide more transparency on subscription pricing

BoxCode

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Pier Trucker

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

BoxCode

One-time1
  • BoxCode Pro Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Pier Trucker free?
Pier Trucker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BoxCode free?
BoxCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pier Trucker or BoxCode have ads?
Neither Pier Trucker nor BoxCode shows ads.

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