Comparison

Bar vs Scan Me Save Me

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

Scan Me Save Me

Features
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Scan Me Save Me One Tap. Everything. Scan Me Save Me transforms an NFC tag into a powerful digital safety companion. Whether you're at home, travelling, on the road or enjoying the outdoors, your essential information is available instantly when it matters most. Simply tap your Scan Me Save Me NFC tag with a compatible smartphone to securely access emergency information, medical details, emergency contacts and other important information that you've chosen to share. Key Features • Store emergency and medical information securely • Instant access using NFC technology • Emergency contact information • Medical conditions, allergies and medications • Blood group and medical aid details • ICE (In Case of Emergency) information • Child Protect for children's safety • Pet information • Traveller and tourist identification • Vehicle and roadside emergency information • Club and organisation emergency profiles • Disability assistance information • Digital business cards • Secure NFC payments with Scan Me Pay Me (where available) • No subscriptions for your NFC tag – a one-time purchase provides lifetime use Designed For • Individuals and families • Children • Seniors • Travellers and tourists • Cyclists and bikers • Runners and hikers • Pet owners • Golfers • Businesses • Clubs and organisations • Drivers and fleet operators Your information remains under your control and can be updated whenever needed. Compatible with supported NFC-enabled smartphones. One Tap. Peace of Mind. We speak when you are unable to

Screenshots

Bar4 screens
Scan Me Save Me4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Scan Me Save Me at none against Bar's shown. Scan Me Save Me also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 20 months). Bar's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bar ships an update every 20 months, Scan Me Save Me every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Bar versus Scan Me Save Me: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarScan Me Save Me
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAishvarya SadasivamGeniene Preston

In-app purchases

None

Bar

No in-app purchases

None

Scan Me Save Me

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bar free?
Bar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scan Me Save Me free?
Scan Me Save Me is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bar or Scan Me Save Me have ads?
Bar shows ads; Scan Me Save Me does not.
Which is updated more often, Bar or Scan Me Save Me?
Bar ships an update every 20 months, and Scan Me Save Me every 9 days. Most recently, Bar was updated on October 10, 2026 and Scan Me Save Me on October 24, 2026.

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