# Barcode Scanner for Amazon vs Barcode scanning with Google Shopping

Barcode Scanner for Amazon and Barcode scanning with Google Shopping both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 41% of Barcode Scanner for Amazon's written reviews are positive against 0% of Barcode scanning with Google Shopping's. Barcode Scanner for Amazon also leads on ratings volume (624 vs 2). Barcode scanning with Google Shopping's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Barcode Scanner for Amazon sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Barcode scanning with Google Shopping asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Barcode Scanner for Amazon against 4.5 for Barcode scanning with Google Shopping. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode Scanner for Amazon has 624 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of Barcode Scanner for Amazon's written reviews are positive against 0% of Barcode scanning with Google Shopping's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Barcode Scanner for Amazon | Barcode scanning with Google Shopping |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (624 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-scanner-for-amazon/id1121620872/reviews)** | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-scanning-with-google-shopping/id1271210100/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **624** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **41.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 21 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Sonke Gissel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1121620871) | [Victor Wickstrom](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126111482) |

## What reviewers say

### Barcode Scanner for Amazon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-scanner-for-amazon/id1121620872)

Scan barcodes of in-store items to find discounted prices and compare reviews on Amazon. This app helps you discover deals, make informed purchases, and save money by checking Amazon's offerings before you buy.

**Highlights:** Scan barcodes to find products on Amazon, Compare prices and find discounts, Access product ratings and reviews, Search and shop directly on Amazon, Price comparison tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| app without ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and straightforward interface
- 🚀 Fast scanning and quick results
- 💰 Free application
- 🌍 Works across multiple Amazon regions
- 💡 Helpful for price comparison and product verification

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent scanning failures and focus issues
- ❌ Inconsistent product matching results
- 📱 Compatibility issues with iPad and newer iPhones
- ⚠️ App crashes and won't open
- 🔗 Incorrect linking to Amazon products

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen with only settings visible
- Unable to focus on barcodes
- App won't open on iPhone 11 and iPhone 8+
- Crashes after iOS updates
- Settings configuration loop on iPad Air 2

**Requested features**

- eBay barcode scanner version
- Better product information display for iPad users
- Improved barcode focus and recognition


### Barcode scanning with Google Shopping

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-scanning-with-google-shopping/id1271210100)

Easily compare product prices by scanning barcodes. Find the best deals for items you're interested in, making shopping more efficient.

**Highlights:** Barcode scanning, Price comparison, Product search, Best deal finder

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Barcode Scanner for Amazon free?

Barcode Scanner for Amazon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Barcode scanning with Google Shopping free?

Barcode scanning with Google Shopping is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Barcode Scanner for Amazon or Barcode scanning with Google Shopping?

Barcode Scanner for Amazon is rated higher. Barcode Scanner for Amazon averages 4.5 out of 5 from 624 ratings, while Barcode scanning with Google Shopping averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Barcode Scanner for Amazon or Barcode scanning with Google Shopping have ads?

Barcode Scanner for Amazon shows ads; Barcode scanning with Google Shopping does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*