Comparison

Barcode vs Fraidy

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

Head to head
About

Barcode

Features
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Barcode-scan is the fastest and most reliable way to read any barcode or QR code. Simply point your camera at a code, and our app will instantly provide the data you need. From website links to product details and contact information, this powerful tool is essential for anyone who needs to quickly capture and manage information. Whether you're organizing inventory, checking a product's origin, or just need to save contact info, Barcode-scan makes it easy. Just scan and go! Key Features: Lightning-Fast Scanning: Scans barcodes and QR codes with incredible speed and accuracy. Scan from Photos: Scan codes from images saved in your camera roll. Bulk Mode: Scan multiple codes in a row, perfect for inventory or collecting data. Scan History: Automatically saves your scan history. Shareable Results: Easily share scan results via email, social media, or other apps. Barcode-scan is more than just a scannerβ€”it's your essential tool for organizing your digital life. Download now and start scanning!

About

Fraidy

Features
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Why you need it - Stop food going bad: proactive reminders before produce, frozen food, and condiments expire - Peace of mind with medications: see at a glance when OTC medicines and supplements have expired, for safer use - No wasted skincare: log opening dates and shelf life to make the most of each product - No more double-buying: sync your shopping list to avoid buying twice β€” or forgetting to use what you have - Offline, on-device AI image recognition: snap a photo to auto-fill the item name and expiration date

Screenshots

Barcode4 screens
Fraidy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Barcode at none against Fraidy's shown. Fraidy's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 113 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 ships an update every 113 months, Fraidy every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Barcode versus Fraidy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcodeFraidy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 113 monthsEvery 3 weeks β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better16.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size7 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRamalingam SivaramakrishnanHeng Li

In-app purchases

None

Barcode

No in-app purchases

None

Fraidy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcode free?
Barcode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Fraidy free?
Fraidy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Barcode or Fraidy have ads?
Fraidy shows ads; Barcode does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode or Fraidy?
Barcode ships an update every 113 months, and Fraidy every 3 weeks. Most recently, Barcode was updated on October 3, 2026 and Fraidy on October 11, 2026.

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