Comparison

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner vs iBarcoder

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
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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

iBarcoder

Generate and scan a wide variety of linear and 2D barcodes. Save, share, and search scanned data. Customize generated barcode appearance and save formats.

Highlights
  • Generate numerous barcode types
  • Scan linear and 2D barcodes
  • Save scanned data to history
  • Web search and share scanned data
  • Customize barcode size, color, font
  • Save barcodes as image files
Features
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iBarcoder is an advanced barcode generation and reading software. With iBarcoder, you can generate the following barcode types: Interleaved 2 of 5, OPC (VCA), Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 (A, B, C, Full), UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-13, EAN-8, ISBN-10, ISBN-13, Double ISBN, Codabar, ITF-14, GS1-128, SSCC-18, GTIN-14 (linear barcodes), QR Code, PDF417, Aztec, and Data Matrix (2D barcodes). iBarcoder scans linear barcodes including UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, Code 93, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, and ITF-14, as well as 2D QR codes, PDF417, Aztec, and DataMatrix. Data from generated and scanned barcodes can be saved to the history log if preferences are configured correctly. This data can then be used for actions such as web searching, sharing, and reproducing barcodes. In iBarcoder's preferences, you can define the image format for saving barcodes, as well as their resolution (JPEG and PNG). You can also configure the automatic opening of scanned URLs or the addition of scanned images to your photo gallery. Generated barcodes can be customized in terms of size, color, and font, saved as image files, or shared. iBarcoder is a high-quality barcode generation and scanning software that is simple, smart, and intuitive. You can purchase an auto-renewing subscription via an in-app purchase. • Auto-renewing subscription • Terms: 1 month ($0.99) or 12 months ($2.99) • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (for the selected term) unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • The current subscription cannot be canceled during its term. However, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal in your iTunes account settings after purchase. • Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://cristallight.com/privacypolicy.aspx

Screenshots

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner4 screens
iBarcoder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner at 80% against iBarcoder's 0%. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). iBarcoder's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. iBarcoder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner has 104 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner's written reviews are positive against 0% of iBarcoder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 months, iBarcoder fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner versus iBarcoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDynamsoft Barcode ScanneriBarcoder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (104 ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings104 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDynamsoftDmitry Kozlov

Customer experience

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner

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

iBarcoder

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

iBarcoder

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • iBarcoder Annual$2.991 Year

Questions

Is Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner free?
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iBarcoder free?
iBarcoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner or iBarcoder?
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner is rated higher. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 104 ratings, while iBarcoder averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner or iBarcoder have ads?
Neither Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner nor iBarcoder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner or iBarcoder?
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 months, and iBarcoder fortnightly. Most recently, Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner was updated on October 1, 2026 and iBarcoder on September 27, 2026.

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