Comparison

Bar vs Barcode Boxes

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

Barcode Boxes

Features
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Barcode Scanner & Excel Export is a simple, fast, and completely offline barcode scanning app. No sign-up, no login, no internet required — just open the app and start scanning. SCAN BARCODES INSTANTLY Point your camera at any barcode or QR code and it scans automatically in seconds. Supports all major barcode formats including QR Code, Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, and more. SAVE YOUR SCANS Every scanned barcode is saved locally on your device. View your complete scan history anytime, organized clearly for easy reference. EXPORT TO EXCEL Convert all your saved scans into a clean Excel (.xlsx) spreadsheet with a single tap. Perfect for inventory tracking, product management, data collection, or any professional use. SHARE ANYWHERE Share your Excel file instantly via WhatsApp, Email, Google Drive, or any app on your device. Fast and simple. YOUR PRIVACY IS PROTECTED All data stays on your device. We collect nothing. No personal information, no tracking, no analytics. Fully offline. KEY FEATURES - Instant barcode and QR code scanning - Supports all major barcode formats - Save unlimited scans locally - Export scan history to Excel (.xlsx) - Share files via any app - No login or account required - No internet connection needed - No ads, no tracking, completely private Simple. Fast. Private.

Screenshots

Bar4 screens
Barcode Boxes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Barcode Boxes at none against Bar's shown. Bar's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Bar versus Barcode Boxes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarBarcode Boxes
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 20 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAishvarya SadasivamSyed Ali Mesum Naqvi

In-app purchases

None

Bar

No in-app purchases

None

Barcode Boxes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bar free?
Bar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Barcode Boxes free?
Barcode Boxes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bar or Barcode Boxes have ads?
Bar shows ads; Barcode Boxes does not.

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