Comparison

Engage Scanner vs Drinksbox

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

Head to head
About

Engage Scanner

This app allows event exhibitors to capture leads efficiently by scanning badges. It provides real-time data access, note-taking, photo and audio recording capabilities, and works both online and offline. Leads can be viewed and exported instantly through a dedicated portal.

Highlights
  • Lead capture via scanning
  • Real-time data viewing
  • Note-taking and media recording
  • Offline functionality
  • Exhibitor portal for data export
  • Customizable questions for leads
Features
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Engage Scanner is a lead retrieval app Exhibitors utilise to get the most from their involvement at events - maximising their ROI. Exhibitors can capture leads, view data immediately, make notes, take photos, record audio and set relevant question. Real-Time Data View leads as you scan them instantly on your device, or view all your data in your Exhibitor Dashboard Powerful Scanner Engine We are using the best-performing mobile scanning software in the business: Unmatched Speeds; Tough Codes; Wide Angles; Long Distance; Low Light. Exhibitor Portal Data capture on the Engage Scanner application is immediately available via the Exhibitor Portal. Export your leads at head office or at the event for instant access. Offline / Online Engage Scanner has been designed to work without a data connection, simply synchronise your device once a data connection has been established. Any support questions, please contact: - support@jonas.events - 01865-520-152 If you’re organising an event and would like to know more about our services, visit or contact: - www.jonas.events - hello@jonas.events

About

Drinksbox

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DrinksBox is the smarter way for UK bars, pubs and restaurants to order drinks, direct from brands. No middlemen, no markups - just consistently competitive pricing, more choice and faster ordering from multiple suppliers through a platform designed to save busy operators time. Order from multiple suppliers in one basket, access personalised deals and earn cash-back loyalty rewards on every purchase. DrinksBox makes buying drinks easier than ever. What You Can Do with DrinksBox Competitive Prices & Personalised Deals No middlemen, no markups - just consistently competitive pricing. Speak directly to suppliers for customer-specific deals, support and stock solutions. Faster Ordering Order from multiple suppliers in a single basket through a smart, intuitive platform designed to help busy operators save time. Wider Choice Browse an unrestricted marketplace and discover exciting challenger brands alongside established favourites. Cashback Loyalty Rewards Earn DrinksBox loyalty credit on every order and redeem it against future purchases. Seamless Nationwide Delivery Reliable nationwide delivery powered by DrinksBox technology and London City Bond’s trusted logistics network. Smarter Stock Management Live stock visibility and alerts help operators avoid missing items and manage purchasing more efficiently.

Screenshots

Engage Scanner4 screens
Drinksbox1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Drinksbox at monthly against Engage Scanner's every 2 months. Engage Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Engage Scanner ships an update every 2 months, Drinksbox monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Engage Scanner versus Drinksbox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEngage ScannerDrinksbox
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB3 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperJonas Event Technology Ltd.DrinksBox Limited

In-app purchases

None

Engage Scanner

No in-app purchases

None

Drinksbox

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Engage Scanner free?
Engage Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Drinksbox free?
Drinksbox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Engage Scanner or Drinksbox have ads?
Neither Engage Scanner nor Drinksbox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Engage Scanner or Drinksbox?
Engage Scanner ships an update every 2 months, and Drinksbox monthly. Most recently, Engage Scanner was updated on October 11, 2026 and Drinksbox on September 22, 2026.

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