Comparison

EcoScan vs Barrocode

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

Head to head
About

EcoScan

This app helps you identify how to properly dispose of waste by scanning items or their barcodes. It provides sorting advice, rewards users with virtual currency for recycling, and offers engaging challenges to promote waste reduction.

Highlights
  • Scan household waste and litter
  • Barcode scanning for waste identification
  • Earn EcoCoins for recycling
  • Redeem rewards for sustainable products
  • Litter Bingo and Zero Waste challenges
  • Personalized insights and eco-tips
  • Worldwide sorting advice
Features
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Your smart waste guide — always in your pocket Not sure where to throw away packaging, wrappers or litter you find outside? EcoScan is your personal waste coach. Just take a photo or scan the barcode, and get instant advice on which bin to use — anywhere in the world. Whether it’s household trash or litter on the go, EcoScan helps you sort smarter, reduce waste, and get rewarded for your impact. Why thousands rely on EcoScan every day: 1. Scan household waste and litter * Take a photo or scan barcodes * Get clear, bin-specific sorting advice * Works at home, on the street, or while traveling 2. Earn EcoCoins for every scan * Get rewarded for scanning waste * Redeem EcoCoins for sustainable products, discounts or charity donations * Track your progress and boost your motivation 3. Make it fun: play and challenge yourself * Join the Litter Bingo game: clean up your area while competing with friends * Take part in the Zero Waste Week Challenge with daily goals * Compete, improve and have fun while reducing waste 4. Personalized insights and sustainable tips * Reduce residual waste with smart, AI-based feedback * Discover eco-friendly alternatives to common products * See your stats and impact grow over time 5. Get advice - wherever you are * EcoScan works worldwide with location-aware suggestions * Available in four languages: English, Dutch, German and French * Great for home use, travel, clean-up events or schools Scan smarter. Waste less. Get rewarded. EcoScan is trusted by individuals, families, schools and clean-up volunteers across Europe. From sorting your bin at home to removing litter during a walk. EcoScan helps you make a real impact. Download EcoScan today and turn every scan into a cleaner world. One item at a time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Barrocode

Features
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Save the deposit vouchers you receive when returning packaging, so you can use them later without the risk of losing them. Additionally, Barrocode allows you to scan parking tickets and track your free parking time. Scan and save your deposit vouchers to use them anytime Keep track of your parking time Organize your deposit vouchers and parking tickets in one place Reduce paper waste and contribute to a greener environment Install Barrocode now and enjoy smart management of deposit vouchers and parking!

Screenshots

EcoScan4 screens
Barrocode2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barrocode at none against EcoScan's 4. Barrocode also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. EcoScan sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Barrocode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EcoScan ships an update every 2 months, Barrocode every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
EcoScan versus Barrocode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEcoScanBarrocode
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRick BuitenSTAN I. C. ALEXANDRU PERSOANA FIZICA AUTORIZATA

In-app purchases

4 purchases

EcoScan

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Annual subscription7 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time2
  • Ad free use of the app$1.99
  • Extend the total advices$1.99
None

Barrocode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EcoScan free?
EcoScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barrocode free?
Barrocode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EcoScan or Barrocode have ads?
Neither EcoScan nor Barrocode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EcoScan or Barrocode?
EcoScan ships an update every 2 months, and Barrocode every 11 days. Most recently, EcoScan was updated on September 26, 2026 and Barrocode on September 18, 2026.

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