Comparison

Samsara Driver vs Scan n Gen

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

Head to head
About

Samsara Driver

This app helps professional drivers manage daily tasks, stay compliant with Hours of Service regulations, and improve safety. It offers features for vehicle inspections, navigation, communication, and performance tracking, all in one place.

Highlights
  • Hours of Service (HOS) compliance logging
  • Vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs)
  • Real-time navigation and routing
  • Safety scores and coaching tasks
  • Driver performance scorecards and gamification
  • In-app messaging with dispatch
Features
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The Driver App that works the way you do. Samsara Driver gives professional drivers everything they need to stay safe, complete daily tasks faster, get recognized for their work, and stay connected—no matter where the job takes them. Whether you’re managing Hours of Service (HOS) compliance, completing vehicle inspections, or navigating to your next stop, Samsara Driver brings your most important workflows together in one easy-to-use app. Stay on track with your Compliance • Log and certify your Hours of Service directly in the app • Receive alerts for upcoming breaks and potential violations • Access and share inspection reports with roadside officials in a second Stay safe on the road • See safety scores, active coaching tasks, and key performance trends. • Review and acknowledge safety events directly in the app. • Complete training in short, mobile-friendly formats. Complete everyday workflows • Access tasks, documents, routes, and forms in just a few taps. • Submit DVIRs and inspections with a few clicks and no paper. • Reduce skipped steps with guided, tile-based workflows. Get recognized & stay motivated • View scorecards, badges, and streaks. • Receive kudos for great driving. • Track milestones and climb the leaderboard. Access help when it matters • Get routing guidance and real-time navigation. • Message managers or dispatch without leaving the app. • Use SOS to call for help or flag emergencies. Why drivers love Samsara Driver • Easy access to the tools and workflows you use every day. • End-of-day recaps reinforce safe habits and recognize achievements. • Built-in gamification keeps you engaged and motivated.

About

Scan n Gen

This utility app quickly scans barcodes, QR codes, NFC tags, and text from images using OCR. It also allows users to create and share custom barcodes and QR codes.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes and QR codes
  • Read NFC tags
  • OCR text recognition from images
  • Generate custom QR codes and barcodes
  • Share generated codes and text
  • Flashlight feature for scanning
Features
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Scan n Gen is the fastest scanner for Barcode/QR, NFC reader and OCR/text reader. It can also create Barcode/QR code which can be saved and shared. This is an essential app for every iPhone & iPad device. Additionally, it has an OCR (Optical Character Recognition) function to recognize the characters from an image. You can also save the generated text and/or share it through multiple options. Scan n Gen is extremely easy to use: Steps: 1. To scan barcode simply point the rear camera of your device to scan the QR, barcode, or text that you want to decode. The app will automatically detect, scan, and display it. No needs to press any button, take photos, or adjust the zoom. 2. Create QR Codes and Barcodes and save them or share them through email, WhatsApp, Facebook, and more. Generate Codes from URLs, Text Messages, Phone Numbers and/or any free Text. 3. Read data from NFC chips by tapping your phone on a NFC chip. 4. OCR Real-Time Text Scanner scans and extracts text at very high reading speed with the highest accuracy. Features: Scan n Gen scans and read all types of QR/ barcode types (supports multiple formats). Using the app, you’ll be able to generate your own barcodes. With Scan n Gen, you can easily share your barcode with your friends. It also scans and reads NFC Tags. It even supports a Flashlight feature. OCR functionality - Scan and read the text from images stored in your phone or live using the rear camera. Easily convert images to texts so you can edit, save, and share them. Required Permission: Camera: Scan n Gen needs permission to use your camera to scan images/docs/QR/barcodes. Gallery: Scan n Gen needs permission to use your phone gallery so you can easily scan your saved images/docs. Our Scan n Gen App is available with full features as mentioned and it’s free. A must-have app for your iPhone & iPad! Download it now!! For any questions, or if you need assistance, please contact V Group’s Digital team at: digital@vgroupinc.com

Screenshots

Samsara Driver4 screens
Scan n Gen4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Samsara Driver at 4.8 against Scan n Gen's 3.4. Samsara Driver also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (52K vs 5). Scan n Gen's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 60%). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Samsara Driver holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Samsara Driver has 52K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Samsara Driver's written reviews are positive against 100% of Scan n Gen's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samsara Driver ships an update every 3 weeks, Scan n Gen every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Samsara Driver versus Scan n Gen: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamsara DriverScan n Gen
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (52K ratings) — better3.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews60.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings52K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size330 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSamsara Networks, Inc.V Group Inc

Customer experience

Samsara Driver

All ratings51,834 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral2.4%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews687 reviews
Positive60.3%
Neutral7.9%
Negative31.9%

Scan n Gen

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Samsara Driver

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App randomly logging out users while driving
  • Inaccurate duty status changes and driving time tracking
  • Issues with trailer information and pre/post-trip inspections
  • Syncing problems between app and vehicle data

Requested features

4 requests
  • Split sleeper functionality that works as expected
  • Better notification system with customizable alerts
  • Ability to view logs and hours on multiple devices
  • More flexibility in duty status changes and yard moves

Scan n Gen

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Samsara Driver

No in-app purchases

None

Scan n Gen

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Samsara Driver free?
Samsara Driver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scan n Gen free?
Scan n Gen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Samsara Driver or Scan n Gen?
Samsara Driver is rated higher. Samsara Driver averages 4.8 out of 5 from 52K ratings, while Scan n Gen averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.
Do Samsara Driver or Scan n Gen have ads?
Neither Samsara Driver nor Scan n Gen shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Samsara Driver or Scan n Gen?
Samsara Driver ships an update every 3 weeks, and Scan n Gen every 9 months. Most recently, Samsara Driver was updated on November 11, 2026 and Scan n Gen on November 2, 2026.

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