ExplorerDx vs Barcodica
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ExplorerDx
This tool streamlines QR code scanning and file management for professionals. It allows continuous scanning, uploads results to shared folders, and can generate QR codes from images or create new ones. High scanning precision ensures ease of use even from oblique angles.
- Continuous QR code scanning
- Upload scan results to shared folders
- Generate QR codes
- Scan QR codes from image files
- File management (create, copy, delete, zip)
- LAN/FTP folder connection
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QR code essential for manufacturing industry and distribution industry now. It will be a very useful tool for your job to scan the QR code continuously and upload the result to a shared folder with a file. In addition, this app can scan the QR code using the camera, can copy the contents or launch the browser. this app can scan the QR code in the image file. Conversely, this app can also generate QR images. Moreover, the scanning precision of the QR code is high, it is possible to scan even from an oblique, so it is very easy to use. [Main Function] (1) Explorer (Create folder, Cut, Copy, Paste, Delete, Change name, Open file, Send a mail, zip/Unzip, etc ) (2) Lan/FTP Explorer (Connect SMB/FTP Folder, Create folder, Cut, Copy, Paste, Delete, Change name, Open file, Send a mail, etc ) (3) Scanner (QR code, Bar code, copy, start browser, etc) (4) Continuous QR code scanner (You can get the CSV file.) (5) QR image file scanner (copy, start browser, etc) (6) QR code generator (You can get the file saved as PNG.) [Application Title] ExplorerDx -QR Code & File Management- [About paid version] For the function restriction of the free version, it is possible to purchase from the setting screen. The sales form is provided by one year subscription. The price is 200 JPY per a year. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. [Notes] There is a case where the voice by the advertising occurs. After you buy a subscription at the configuration screen, you can cancel the function limitation of the app. The renewal of the subscription is automatic renewal, and if you do not cancel it 24 hours before the expiration date, the next year's subscription will be updated automatically, so please be careful. However,subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Also, even if you delete the application or change the model of the smartphone, you can restore the subscription from the restore button on the setting screen again. (However, if there is no purchase history, the restore button will not be displayed.) [Terms of service] https://itblog.dynaspo.com/blog-entry-162.html [Privacy Policy] https://itblog.dynaspo.com/blog-entry-163.html
Barcodica
This app allows for efficient scanning of large numbers of barcodes, with features like continuous scanning and the ability to add extra data such as quantity, comments, and expiration dates. It also supports product creation and import for easy identification and inventory management.
- Continuous barcode scanning
- Add quantity, comments, and expiration dates
- Create and import product data
- Export and import barcode lists
- Quantity tracking
- Search functionality
- Expired product management
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If you need to scan a large number of barcodes, you've found the right app. The main difference from other barcode scanners is that the barcode detection camera is always displayed on the screen. Just press the scan button (or use continuous scanning), and your barcode will be instantly saved. You can also add additional data to the scanned barcode, such as quantity, comment, expiration date, or mark it with a specific color to distinguish it. If that's not enough, you can create or import products from your inventory system - each time you scan the corresponding barcode, you'll instantly receive the relevant data about it. Key Features: 1. Various types of barcode scanners available The first type is always displayed on the screen, offering the advantage of speed as you don't have to waste time turning on the camera and opening a new screen to scan the barcode. The second scanner type opens when you press a button, which is slower, but more familiar for some users. 2. Create or import products so they can be easily identified by barcodes. Scanning the barcode displays the saved product information, including the name, price, and images. 3. Simple export and import of data Share a list of scanned barcodes or import your barcodes list into the app. Effortlessly import products from your sales or inventory system to understand which barcode was scanned, or export saved products and share them with your colleagues. 4.Easy barcode quantity tracking Keep scanning the same barcode and the quantity will increase, or simply click on the quantity and edit the value manually. 5. Handy search option. Quickly find the barcode or product using the search functionality. 6. Expired product management Add expiration dates and easily identify expired products. 7. Advanced settings Adjust advanced scanner settings to improve scanner quality, prevent the creation or merging of duplicate barcodes, and configure other settings. Discover a wide range of other powerful features in Barcodica - a user-friendly inventory barcode scanner app. Just try it. === If you have any issues, comments or suggestions, please, let me know at martinsv.dev@gmail.com === SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS If you choose to purchase Barcodica Pro, payment will be charged to your iTunes account, and your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Paid subscriptions cost $4.99 USD per month for the monthly plan, $8.99 USD per 6-months for the 6-months plan and $14.99 USD per year for the yearly plan. Prices are in U.S. dollars, may vary in countries other than the U.S., and are subject to change without notice. You may manage Pro subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. If you don't choose to purchase Barcodica Pro, you can simply continue using Barcodica for free. === Terms of service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/barcodica-ios-privacy-policy/home
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Barcodica at 100% against ExplorerDx's 64%. Barcodica also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (16 vs 5). ExplorerDx's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. ExplorerDx sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per year and Barcodica sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Barcodica holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of ExplorerDx's written reviews are positive against 100% of Barcodica's.
ExplorerDx ships an update every 2 months, Barcodica every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ExplorerDx | Barcodica |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (5 ratings) | 4.4 (16 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 16 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | jun ishikawa | Martins Vasiljevs |
Customer experience
ExplorerDx
Barcodica
In-app purchases
ExplorerDx
- Unlimited Version$1.991 Year
Barcodica
- Monthly Pro Access$4.991 Month
- 6 months Pro Access$8.996 Months
- Yearly Pro access.$14.991 Year






