Comparison

Barcode Reader vs ProScan

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Reader

Features
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Barcode Reader-scan is the fastest way to get product information and prices right from your phone. Simply point your camera at any barcode or QR code, and our app will instantly scan it, giving you real-time pricing and product links from thousands of online retailers. Whether you're in a store and want to compare prices or need to quickly reorder a household item, Barcode Reader-scan makes it easy. Just scan, click, and go! Key Features: Lightning-Fast Scanning: Scans barcodes and QR codes with incredible speed and accuracy. Convenient Reordering: Reorder your favorite products in just a few taps. Scan from Photos: Scan barcodes from images saved in your camera roll. Bulk Mode: Scan multiple items in a row, perfect for inventory or shopping. Scan History: Automatically saves your scan history with data export (CSV) for easy reference. Barcode Reader-scan is more than just a scannerβ€”it's your essential tool for smarter shopping. Download now and start saving!

About

ProScan

Features
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ProScan is an easy to use Barcode scanner for iOS devices. β€’ It can scan one item at a time. β€’ It can be integrated to any webpage. β€’ It can control the device flashlight. β€’ Best use with Version 8.0 and above The App supports the following barcode formats and the version 8.0 and above: β€’ UPCECode β€’ Code39Code β€’ Code39Mod43Code β€’ EAN13Code β€’ EAN8Code β€’ Code93Code β€’ Code128Code β€’ PDF417Code β€’ QRCode β€’ AztecCode

Screenshots

Barcode Reader4 screens
ProScan1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ProScan at none against Barcode Reader's shown. ProScan also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Reader ships an update every 48 months, ProScan every 27 months. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and May 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Barcode Reader versus ProScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode ReaderProScan
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 48 monthsEvery 27 months β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB9 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAishvarya SadasivamAtmit SAL

In-app purchases

None

Barcode Reader

No in-app purchases

None

ProScan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcode Reader free?
Barcode Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ProScan free?
ProScan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Barcode Reader or ProScan have ads?
Barcode Reader shows ads; ProScan does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Reader or ProScan?
Barcode Reader ships an update every 48 months, and ProScan every 27 months. Most recently, Barcode Reader was updated on August 16, 2026 and ProScan on May 16, 2026.

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