Comparison

PXLBeam MRZ vs Barcode Scanner by BarKoder

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

Head to head
About

PXLBeam MRZ

Features
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The PXLBeam MRZ is one of the fastest tools that shows just how fast MRZ data (Passport-, ID-, Drivers License-Information) can be captured and made ready for further processing. Our MRZ solution can be easily integrated with other applications requiring quick, user friendly and seamless MRZ data processing. Key Features: -Instant detection & extraction of MRZ data -One of the fastest & most accurate MRZ readers -Highly accurate -Global Passport & Driving License support -Easy to use -Live user guidance for best results -Works Offline in both landscape and portrait mode Supported devices: - Full performance on iPhone 5 and later - Full performance on iPad Air and later

About

Barcode Scanner by BarKoder

This application extracts barcode and MRZ information from camera feeds or images. It's a free tool demonstrating advanced scanning capabilities for various industries, offering features like batch scanning and real-time highlighting.

Highlights
  • Extract barcode & MRZ data
  • Scan from camera or image files
  • Batch multi-barcode scanning
  • Real-time AR scanning modes
  • Direct Part Marking (DPM) support
  • Export results to CSV
  • OCR for MRZ codes
Features
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Barcode Scanner by barKoder allows you to extract barcode & MRZ information from camera video stream or image files. It is a completely free application developed for various uses be that in retail, logistics, warehousing, healthcare and any other industry where barcodes are implemented. The Barcode Scanner by barKoder app is essentially a demo of the capabilities of the barKoder barcode scanner SDK in terms of performance & features. Integrating the barKoder Barcode Scanner SDK into your Enterprise or Consumer mobile app will instantly transform your user's smartphones & tablets into rugged barcode scanning devices without the need to procure & maintain expensive hardware devices with a short life span. It is the most advances software-based barcode scanning library on the market by a significant margin, promoting the BYOD concept. Key Features: - MatrixSight®: Ultimate algorithm for recognizing QR Code and Data Matrix barcodes missing any & all of its key elements - Segment Decoding® Technique: Scanning engine for deformed, misshapen or otherwise altered 1D barcodes - PDF417-LineSight®: Recognizes PDF417 barcodes without start & stop patterns, start & stop row indicators and even entire data columns - Batch MultiScan: Scanning of multiple barcodes from a single image - Special AR modes: Highlights scanned barcode in real time on your screen along with their results and even choose which barcodes out of many you want to be scanned! - DPM Mode: Expert reading of Data Matrix barcodes & QR Codes engraved via Direct Part Marking techniques - Best in class VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) barcode scanning engine - DeBlur Mode: Recognition of severely blurred EAN & UPC Codes - Industry's most advanced DotCode reading API - Support for decoding & parsing of US Driver's Licenses, South African Driver's Licenses and GS1 issued barcodes - OCR (Optical Code Recognition) engine for capturing the data within MRZ codes found on passports, ID's and visas - Extremely user-friendly settings - No annoying ads and in-app purchases - Export your results to .csv or send to webhook - SDK available for native iOS, Web, Flutter, Xamarin, .NET Maui, Capacitor, React Native, Cordova, NativeScript, Windows, C#, Python & Linux powered apps Support for scanning of all major barcode types: - 1D: Codabar, Code 11, Code 25 (Standard/Industrial 2 of 5), Code 32 (Italian Pharmacode), Code 39 (including Code 39 extended), Code 93, Code 128, COOP 2 of 5, Datalogic 2 of 5, EAN-8, EAN-13, IATA 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5, ITF 14, Matrix 2 of 5, MSI Plessey, Telepen, UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC-E1 - 2D: Aztec Code & Aztec Compact, Data Matrix, DotCode, MaxiCode, PDF417 (including Micro PDF417), QR Code (including Micro QR Code) You can use the free trial program available via https://barkoder.com/register to kickstart your integration and evaluation at your convenience!

Screenshots

PXLBeam MRZ3 screens
Barcode Scanner by BarKoder3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PXLBeam MRZ at 8.1 against Barcode Scanner by BarKoder's 15.0. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PXLBeam MRZ versus Barcode Scanner by BarKoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPXLBeam MRZBarcode Scanner by BarKoder
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPXL Vision AGPlaceholder LTD EOOD

In-app purchases

None

PXLBeam MRZ

No in-app purchases

None

Barcode Scanner by BarKoder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PXLBeam MRZ free?
PXLBeam MRZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Barcode Scanner by BarKoder free?
Barcode Scanner by BarKoder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PXLBeam MRZ or Barcode Scanner by BarKoder have ads?
Neither PXLBeam MRZ nor Barcode Scanner by BarKoder shows ads.

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