Comparison

Barcode to PC vs SyncToWin

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

Head to head
About

Barcode to PC

Transform your smartphone into a powerful barcode and QR code scanner. Send scanned data directly to your computer via Wi-Fi using keyboard emulation. Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, with CSV export options for efficient data management.

Highlights
  • Barcode and QR code scanning
  • Keyboard emulation for direct PC input
  • Wi-Fi connectivity for seamless pairing
  • CSV export and real-time file appending
  • Cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Features
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DOWNLOAD SERVER: https://barcodetopc.com/ Barcode to PC turns your smartphone into a real barcode scanner • Supported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux • Keyboard emulation Your smartphone sends real-time keystrokes directly to your computer, no copy-paste required! • Wi-Fi ready Connect to the same network of your PC and the app will pair automatically • CSV support You can append your scannings to a file in real-time. You can also export the scans all at once in a CSV file • QR Codes Barcode to PC works also with QR codes and many other barcode formats FAQ: https://barcodetopc.com/faq.html

About

SyncToWin

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SyncToWin helps campaign teams, nonprofits, and grassroots organizers stay on top of ActBlue fundraising. Track contribution forms, get notified when donations come in, and reach supporters quickly from your iPhone. With SyncToWin, you can: • Receive push notifications when new donations are processed via your ActBlue webhook • Track fundraising forms and see totals and contribution counts at a glance • Open a form to view donor name, amount, and paid date • Call or email donors using your device’s Phone and Mail apps • Set up once: paste your SyncToWin webhook endpoint into ActBlue so live gifts route to all signed-in devices • Optionally sync from ActBlue’s CSV API to discover forms and backfill recent donations for date ranges you choose SyncToWin uses Sign in with Apple for account creation and keeps ActBlue CSV API credentials encrypted on our servers when you choose to save them. An auto-renewable subscription unlocks the full app experience. Whether you’re running a local race, supporting a PAC, or organizing for a nonprofit, SyncToWin helps you move faster when contributions come in. Key Features: • ActBlue webhook integration for live donation alerts • Optional ActBlue CSV API sync for form discovery and historical backfill • Forms list with totals and per-form donor details • Quick phone and email outreach • Sign in with Apple and account deletion from Profile Subscription Details SyncToWin offers an auto-renewable monthly subscription that unlocks all features, including donation notifications and sync tools. Your subscription renews automatically each month unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your iPhone Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ActBlue or its affiliates. Download SyncToWin today — and turn every contribution into action. Terms of Use: https://synctowin.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://synctowin.com/privacy In addition to these terms, your use of SyncToWin is also governed by Apple’s Standard End User License Agreement available at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/.

Screenshots

Barcode to PC2 screens
SyncToWin3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barcode to PC at none against SyncToWin's 1. Barcode to PC also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). SyncToWin's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). 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. SyncToWin sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per month. Barcode to PC asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode to PC ships an update every 6 weeks, SyncToWin every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Barcode to PC versus SyncToWin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode to PCSyncToWin
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (392 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings392 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo TortomasiRicardo Alfaro-Ramos

Bugs and requests

Barcode to PC

Reported bugs

25 issues
  • PC app won't accept login code
  • Server/app version mismatch
  • Mac server program not executable
  • Cannot select single or continuous scan on some phones
  • Bug in version 4.8.3 causing scan mode to break
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  • Camera not loading/opening after update
  • App defunct after update
  • QR code scan times out, cannot rescan
  • App in execution, cannot delete
  • macOS client cannot install on latest OS
  • Blank screen on launch
  • No zoom or camera settings, requires 1m distance
  • Loses connection with PC when iPhone screen goes black
  • Scanning could be faster, requires alignment
  • Camera ends up not being accessible after first time
  • Free version only allows 300 scans
  • App stops working after a while and asks for money
  • Sessions deleted from phone still exist on PC
  • Hard to delete wrong scanned codes
  • Two banners saying impossible to connect and error
  • OCR does not work
  • Barcode 83870000005-2 is read as 83870000005
  • Stürzt ab bei aktivierten Wlan bei einen iPhone Xs mit iOS 12.3
  • PC app doesn't get past load screen
  • Some barcodes are not read

Requested features

12 requests
  • Option to turn off automatic scanning
  • On-screen button to trigger scan
  • Tap on barcode to trigger reading
  • Add quantity option
  • Work through Bluetooth
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  • Improve GUI to reflect latest iOS standards
  • Add 10-key number keyboard for manual typing
  • Flashlight always on option
  • Option to choose saving format
  • Share barcode lists
  • Improve speed of transmitting data
  • Remove popup display in continuous scan mode

SyncToWin

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Barcode to PC

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SyncToWin

Subscriptions1
  • SyncToWin Monthly Subscription$19.991 Month

Questions

Is Barcode to PC free?
Barcode to PC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SyncToWin free?
SyncToWin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Barcode to PC or SyncToWin have ads?
Neither Barcode to PC nor SyncToWin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode to PC or SyncToWin?
Barcode to PC ships an update every 6 weeks, and SyncToWin every 5 days. Most recently, Barcode to PC was updated on November 2, 2026 and SyncToWin on October 28, 2026.

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