Librarika vs Barcode to PC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Librarika
This cloud-based library management system simplifies cataloging, member management, and circulation for librarians. Library members can view checkouts, self-manage materials, and browse the catalog. It offers a comprehensive solution for both managing and accessing library resources.
- Barcode scanning for books
- Add and manage book catalog
- Member and patron account management
- Check out/in materials
- Self-checkout/check-in
- Browse and search catalog
- Manage holds and reservations
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Librarika, the most popular free Integrated Library System (ILS) on the cloud. Librarika is already being used by thousands of libraries around the world as an easy library management platform. This app is designed for both librarians and library members on the Librarika platform. For Librarians: - Scan books using the built-in barcode scanner - Easily add books and copies to your library catalog - Manage library members and patron accounts - Quickly check out / check in materials - Browse and search your catalog - View and manage circulation history - Upload cover photos using your phone's camera - Manage holds and reservations - Receive library and account notifications - Switch between libraries from the same account For Library Members: - View active checkouts and due dates - Self-checkout and self-checkin materials - Place and manage holds - Browse the catalog — new arrivals, popular, by category, author, or tag - Write and edit reviews - View account balance and fines - Receive notifications for holds, due dates, and library updates Enjoy managing your library catalogs with our Smart Library Management System.
Barcode to PC
Transform your smartphone into a powerful barcode and QR code scanner. Send scanned data directly to your computer via Wi-Fi using keyboard emulation. Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, with CSV export options for efficient data management.
- Barcode and QR code scanning
- Keyboard emulation for direct PC input
- Wi-Fi connectivity for seamless pairing
- CSV export and real-time file appending
- Cross-platform support (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 review sentiment: Barcode to PC at 79% against Librarika's 33%. Barcode to PC also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.2) and ratings volume (392 vs 19). Librarika's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 to PC holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode to PC has 392 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Librarika's written reviews are positive against 79% of Barcode to PC's.
Librarika ships an update every 2 weeks, Barcode to PC every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Librarika | Barcode to PC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (19 ratings) | 4.7 (392 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 78.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 19 | 392 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Md Rayhan Chowdhury | Eagle Eye Systems S.r.l. |
Customer experience
Librarika
Barcode to PC
Bugs and requests
Librarika
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
Librarika
No in-app purchases
Barcode to PC
No in-app purchases
Questions
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