Comparison

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner vs Barcode Maker

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

Barcode Maker

Easily generate a wide variety of barcodes for personal or professional use. Save, export, and share your creations, with a history to revisit past barcodes. Offers premium features for enhanced functionality.

Highlights
  • Multiple barcode types supported
  • Save barcodes as images
  • Export and share barcodes
  • Barcode history
  • Intuitive interface
  • Premium features upgrade
Features
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Barcode Maker is an app for creating barcodes in a wide variety of formats. Whether you need a simple Code 39 or something more advanced like PDF417 or Aztec, Barcode Maker can generate all types of barcodes. With support for popular formats like Code 128, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, and more, this app has all your barcode needs covered. Key Features: Multiple Barcode Types: Create barcodes in many formats, including GeneralType, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E, ITF-14, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, and Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF). Save Barcodes as Images: Once you've created your barcode, you can save it as an image to your device with just a tap. Export and Share: Easily export your barcodes to your photos or share them with others through messaging apps, email, or any other sharing platform. Barcode History: Keep track of all the barcodes you've created. Your barcode history allows you to quickly revisit and reuse your previous barcodes. With an intuitive interface, Barcode Maker is designed for both personal and professional use. Whether you're organizing products, managing assets, or simply need to generate a barcode for a personal project, Barcode Maker makes it simple and fast. Supported Barcode Formats: Code 39 Code 93 Code 128 EAN-8 EAN-13 UPC-A UPC-E ITF-14 PDF417 Aztec Data Matrix Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) Barcode Maker is free to use, forever. You can enjoy all its basic features without paying a cent. However, if you want to unlock additional premium features, an upgrade option is available. Barcode Maker app is free. You can use it forever, at no cost. However, Barcode Maker does offer premium features for its subscribers. If you decide to purchase an upgrade, you will unlock additional features. Terms of Use: https://kociapp.github.io/Barcode-Generator/term-of-use Privacy Policy: https://kociapp.github.io/Barcode-Generator/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner4 screens
Barcode Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner at none against Barcode Maker's 4. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (110 vs 22). Barcode Maker's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 82%). On price, rating 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. Barcode Maker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. 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 4.5 for Barcode Maker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner has 110 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner's written reviews are positive against 100% of Barcode Maker's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner versus Barcode Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDynamsoft Barcode ScannerBarcode Maker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (110 ratings) — better4.5 (22 ratings)
Positive reviews81.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings110 — better22
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDynamsoftAndy Sutanto

Customer experience

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner

All ratings110 ratings
Positive87.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%

Barcode Maker

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Barcode Maker

Subscriptions2
  • Barcode Generator 1W$1.497 Days
  • Barcode Creator Pro - 1Y$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • Offering$19.99
  • Generate Barcode Pro$24.99

Questions

Is Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner free?
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Barcode Maker free?
Barcode Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner or Barcode Maker?
Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner is rated higher. Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 110 ratings, while Barcode Maker averages 4.5 from 22 ratings.
Do Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner or Barcode Maker have ads?
Barcode Maker shows ads; Dynamsoft Barcode Scanner does not.

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