Comparison

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner vs myBarcode.app

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

Head to head
About

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner

This free utility quickly extracts barcode information from camera video, screenshots, and image files. It supports decoding multiple barcodes in various orientations and even those without a quiet zone, making it ideal for retail, finance, and logistics.

Highlights
  • Scan multiple barcodes simultaneously
  • Extract data from camera, screenshots, and images
  • Read barcodes in different orientations
  • Decode barcodes without a quiet zone
  • Supports passports, ID cards, VIN, and DPM codes
  • No ads or in-app purchases
Features
Read full description

Looking for a powerful barcode scanner? Want to scan multiple barcodes and QR codes at once? Tired of annoying ads and in-app purchases? Try Barcode Scanner powered by Dynamsoft SDK right now. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner allows you to extract barcode information from camera video stream, screenshots and image files. It is a simple and free application developed for retail, financial, logistics, and healthcare industries. With Dynamsoft Barcode Reader SDK and Dynamsoft Camera Enhancer SDK, the application provides efficient performance for end-users and portability for developers. Key Features: - Supports decoding multiple barcodes in one image - Reads barcodes from different orientations and positions - Reads barcodes without a quiet zone - Supports barcode decoding for passports, ID cards, driver’s license, boxes, VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on vehicles, High-Density QR Code, DPM codes, etc - Flexible and user-friendly settings - No annoying ads and in-app purchases Supported All Major Barcode Types: - 1D: Code 39 (including Code 39 Extended), Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E, Industrial 2 of 5 - 2D: QR Code (including Micro QR Code), Data Matrix, PDF417 (including Micro PDF417), Aztec Code, MaxiCode (mode 2-5), DotCode - Patch Code - GS1 Composite Code - GS1 DataBar (Omnidirectional, Truncated, Stacked, Stacked Omnidirectional, Limited, Expanded, Expanded Stacked) - Postal Codes: USPS Intelligent Mail, Postnet, Planet, Australian Post, UK Royal Mail The Award-Winning Developer Team: - Fortune 500 Companies’ Choice - Premium Tech Support - Bronze Stevie® Award - ComponentSource Top 25 Publisher for 2019 For more information, please visit www.dynamsoft.com or contact support@dynamsoft.com.

About

myBarcode.app

Easily scan and generate various barcode types, including QR, Code128, Aztec, and PDF417. Save Wi-Fi credentials as QR codes and access a history of your scanned and generated barcodes. Supports dark mode and image scanning.

Highlights
  • Scan QR, Code128, Aztec, PDF417
  • Generate QR, Code128, Aztec, PDF417
  • Generate from templates (e.g., Wi-Fi)
  • Scan from device images
  • Export barcodes
  • History of scans/generations
  • Dark Mode support
Features
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Discover myBarcode 2.0 – Your ultimate Barcode Scanner & Generator App for iOS! myBarcode transcends beyond QR Codes, unlocking a realm of possibilities with new features! Effortlessly scan not just QR Codes, but also Code128, Aztec, and PDF417 with your camera. But wait, there's more – myBarcode lets you rapidly generate these barcode types, whether as free text or from various templates, such as saving Wi-Fi credentials as a QR Code. Why myBarcode? Generate QR, Code128, Aztec, and PDF417 codes in seconds Scan QR Codes, Code128, Aztec, and PDF417 with ease Scan QR Codes from images stored on your device Export generated barcodes through the "Share" menu Enjoy Dark Mode support for a pleasant user experience For those who like to reminisce, myBarcode allows you to review previously scanned or generated barcodes in the history. To unlock the full spectrum of features, myBarcode requires access to the camera and photo library – but fret not, your privacy is our top priority. Everything happens only on your device! Have questions, comments, or just want to give us a virtual high-five? We're just a tap away! Find us in settings under 'myBarcode Support.' Download myBarcode now and unleash the power of barcodes on your iOS or iPadOS device! If you enjoy myBarcode, we'd appreciate any support. Show us some love in settings under 'Support myBarcode.' Have a blast scanning and generating!

Screenshots

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner4 screens
myBarcode.app4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner at Free against myBarcode.app's $1.99. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (80% vs 67%). On rating, update cadence, ads 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

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner is free to download; myBarcode.app costs $1.99 up front. myBarcode.app sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner against 4.6 for myBarcode.app. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 104 and 24 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner's written reviews are positive against 67% of myBarcode.app's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 months, myBarcode.app every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner versus myBarcode.app: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDynamsoft Barcode ScannermyBarcode.app
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.5 (104 ratings)4.6 (24 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings104 — better24
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDynamsoftMarc Hein

Customer experience

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner

All ratings104 ratings
Positive86.5%
Neutral3.8%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

myBarcode.app

All ratings23 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

myBarcode.app

One-time4
  • Small tip$0.99
  • Medium tip$2.99
  • Big tip$4.99
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  • Huge tip$7.99

Questions

Is Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner free?
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is myBarcode.app free?
myBarcode.app costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner or myBarcode.app?
myBarcode.app is rated higher. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 104 ratings, while myBarcode.app averages 4.6 from 24 ratings.
Do Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner or myBarcode.app have ads?
Neither Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner nor myBarcode.app shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner or myBarcode.app?
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 months, and myBarcode.app every 5 months. Most recently, Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner was updated on October 1, 2026 and myBarcode.app on September 20, 2026.

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