Barcode Reader vs Barcode to PC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Barcode Reader
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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 scanner—it's your essential tool for smarter shopping. Download now and start saving!
Barcode to PC
Transform your smartphone into a powerful barcode scanner that sends data directly to your computer via Wi-Fi. Supports keyboard emulation, CSV export, and various barcode formats including QR codes.
- Smartphone barcode scanner
- Real-time keyboard emulation
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- CSV export
- QR code support
- Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux)
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DOWNLOAD SERVER: https://barcodetopc.com/ Barcode to PC turns your smartphone into a real barcode scanner • Supported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux • Keyboard emulation Your smartphone sends real-time keystrokes directly to your computer, no copy-paste required! • Wi-Fi ready Connect to the same network of your PC and the app will pair automatically • CSV support You can append your scannings to a file in real-time. You can also export the scans all at once in a CSV file • QR Codes Barcode to PC works also with QR codes and many other barcode formats FAQ: https://barcodetopc.com/faq.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Barcode to PC at none against Barcode Reader's shown. Barcode to PC also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 48 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Barcode Reader ships an update every 48 months, Barcode to PC every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Barcode Reader | Barcode to PC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (390 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 78.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 390 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 48 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aishvarya Sadasivam | Filippo Tortomasi |
Bugs and requests
Barcode Reader
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Barcode to PC
Reported bugs
25 issues- PC app won't accept login code
- Server/app version mismatch
- Mac server program not executable
- Cannot select single or continuous scan on some phones
- Bug in version 4.8.3 causing scan mode to break
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- Camera not loading/opening after update
- App defunct after update
- QR code scan times out, cannot rescan
- App in execution, cannot delete
- macOS client cannot install on latest OS
- Blank screen on launch
- No zoom or camera settings, requires 1m distance
- Loses connection with PC when iPhone screen goes black
- Scanning could be faster, requires alignment
- Camera ends up not being accessible after first time
- Free version only allows 300 scans
- App stops working after a while and asks for money
- Sessions deleted from phone still exist on PC
- Hard to delete wrong scanned codes
- Two banners saying impossible to connect and error
- OCR does not work
- Barcode 83870000005-2 is read as 83870000005
- Stürzt ab bei aktivierten Wlan bei einen iPhone Xs mit iOS 12.3
- PC app doesn't get past load screen
- Some barcodes are not read
Requested features
12 requests- Option to turn off automatic scanning
- On-screen button to trigger scan
- Tap on barcode to trigger reading
- Add quantity option
- Work through Bluetooth
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- Improve GUI to reflect latest iOS standards
- Add 10-key number keyboard for manual typing
- Flashlight always on option
- Option to choose saving format
- Share barcode lists
- Improve speed of transmitting data
- Remove popup display in continuous scan mode
In-app purchases
Barcode Reader
No in-app purchases
Barcode to PC
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Barcode Reader free?
Is Barcode to PC free?
Do Barcode Reader or Barcode to PC have ads?
Which is updated more often, Barcode Reader or Barcode to PC?
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