Bar vs Bar Code Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bar
Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera. Open links, save your scan history, and share results quickly. This utility works offline and features a simple, user-friendly design for quick access to information.
- Fast QR and barcode scanning
- Scan QR codes from photos
- Save scan history
- Share and open links
- Offline scanning capability
- Lightweight and easy to use
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Bar-code Scanner – Quick QR and Barcode Reader Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly with your iPhone’s camera! Open links, save scans, and share results in seconds. Features: * Fast QR and Barcode Scanning – Quick scans for websites, coupons, and more * Scan from Photos – Decode QR codes from your gallery * Save Scan History – Keep track of past scans * Share and Open Links – Easily share results or open web pages * Works Offline – No internet needed for scanning * Lightweight and Easy to Use – Simple, no-fuss design Perfect for: Opening URLs, checking promo codes, sharing contact info, and more! Get Bar-code Scanner – Scan QR codes in a flash
Bar Code Scanner
Easily scan barcodes from your device's camera, imported images, or files. This utility app offers a simple interface and keeps a history of all your scans for quick reference.
- Camera barcode scanning
- Scan from files and photos
- Scan history
- Simple and user-friendly interface
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Barcode Scanner is a powerful and easy-to-use app designed specifically for barcode scanning. Whether you need to scan barcodes from products, images, or files, this app makes the process fast and simple. Key Features: Camera Barcode Scanning: Use your device's camera to scan barcodes in real-time. Simply point and scan for quick results. File & Photo Import: No need to limit yourself to just real-time scans. Import barcodes from your saved images, documents, or cloud storage and scan them in seconds. History: Never lose track of important scans. With the built-in history feature, you can easily view your past scans for reference. Simple Interface: Enjoy a user-friendly interface that helps you get the job done quickly and efficiently. Whether you're shopping, organizing inventory, or need to scan barcodes for other purposes, Barcode Scanner is the ideal tool to get it done effortlessly. Download Barcode Scanner today and start scanning barcodes with ease! Barcode Scanner app is free. You can use it forever, at no cost. However, [Barcode Scanner] does offer premium features for its subscribers. If you decide to purchase an upgrade, you will unlock additional features. Terms of Use: https://kociapp.github.io/Barcode-Scanner/term-of-use Privacy Policy: https://kociapp.github.io/Barcode-Scanner/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bar Code Scanner at 100% against Bar's 43%. Bar's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Bar Code Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Bar asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Bar | Bar Code Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 10 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Aishvarya Sadasivam | Andy Sutanto |
Customer experience
Bar
Bar Code Scanner
In-app purchases
Bar
No in-app purchases
Bar Code Scanner
- Barcode Scanner - 1W$0.997 Days
- Barcode Scanner Pro - 1Y$9.991 Year
- Offering$19.99
- Scan Barcode Pro$19.99






