Konatic Reader vs DPM Scan Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Konatic Reader
This application reads Datamatrix codes laser engraved on glass containers. It allows for real-time scanning, zoom adjustment, and management of reading data. Users can save images and access a history of all readings.
- Reads engraved Datamatrix codes
- Real-time scanning
- Zoom and brightness adjustment
- Share codes and images via email
- Manage reading data
- Access reading history
- Save images
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1 - Take a bottle engraved with a Datamatrix code (eg: ABSOLUT VODKA) 2 - Aim at the Datamatrix with the App Konatic Reader To use a special lens for easy reading or other engraved patterns, contact us at contact@konatic.com Konatic Reader: First Datamatrix code reader for glass. Allows the reading of Datamatrix codes laser engraved on glass containers, whatever the color! CHARACTERISTICS: - Reading of all engraved Datamatrix - Real-time reading - Zoom adjustment with one finger - Target size and brightness adjustment - Share by email codes and images - Management of reading data (rename, delete, export) - Access to the history of all readings - Save images HOW TO USE THE APP: 1 - Start the App 2 - Aim at the Datamatrix with the phone 3 - Adjust the zoom and square frame size so the Datamatrix fits within the square frame 4 - Center the Datamatrix within the square frame Reading such a Datamatrix (laser-engraved in glass) is very sensitive. Please let us know if you can't manage to detect it. You can use a specific magnifying lens sold by Konatic for easy reading. For more information, visit www.konatic.com or contact us at customer@konatic.com KONATIC design and sells outstanding equipment for the glass industry, in the field of quality inspection and traceability.
DPM Scan Pro
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Scanning app for robust and fast scanning of DPM (Direct Part Markings) DataMatrix and QR codes. Scanned results can be delivered directly to the web browser via API settings or to a message queue via MQTT. Features: - Scans Direct Part Markings (DPM) and Dot Pen Matrix codes robustly and reliably. Whether needle stamped, laser marked or additive direct marking from 3D printer. Works on metallic surfaces such as 1.4404 stainless steel or as well as plastics such as PA12. - Also scans many classic (black and white) 2D and 1D barcodes robustly and reliably - API connection to third party system via MQTT for wireless transmission/transfer of scanned codes. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us! - Triggered Scanning Mode: This option can be enabled in the settings. It ensures that scan results are only captured when the button is pressed. - Batch Scanning: Capture multiple scans quickly and efficiently in one session. - Bulk scanning (former batch scanning) to decode multiple codes at once - BT Scanning
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DPM Scan Pro at monthly against Konatic Reader's every 8 months. Konatic Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Konatic Reader ships an update every 8 months, DPM Scan Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Konatic Reader | DPM Scan Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 274 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Konatic | Additive Marking GmbH |
In-app purchases
Konatic Reader
No in-app purchases
DPM Scan Pro
No in-app purchases
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