Comparison

Stock Count by Socket Mobile vs Scanner Keyboard

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

Head to head
About

Stock Count by Socket Mobile

Streamline inventory management with this app. It allows for quick and accurate scanning of multiple SKUs using barcode scanners or RFID readers, automatically recording and organizing data. Easily share and import inventory information into existing management systems to save time and reduce errors.

Highlights
  • Barcode and RFID scanning
  • Automated data recording
  • Inventory data organization
  • Easy data sharing and import
  • Streamlined workflow
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Simplify your inventory counting with Stock Count. This app helps you quickly and accurately scan multiple SKUs, making your stock management faster and more efficient. Whether you're using a barcode scanner or an RFID reader, Stock Count automatically records and organizes your data, saving you time and reducing errors. Easily share and import your inventory data into most management systems, streamlining your workflow and keeping your business running smoothly. Say goodbye to manual counting and hello to effortless inventory management with Stock Count. Privacy Policy: https://www.socketmobile.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Scanner Keyboard

This keyboard app allows you to scan QR and barcodes directly from your keyboard. Once scanned, the information is automatically entered into any app you are using. It's designed for efficient data input in various business scenarios.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes
  • Scan barcodes
  • Input scanned data automatically
  • Launch reader from keyboard
  • Integrates with any app
  • Useful for business applications
Features
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CameraBoard is a keyboard application that scans and inputs barcodes and QR codes. Simply launch the reader from the keyboard and return to the original app after reading it, and the value will be automatically entered. Since it can be launched from the keyboard, it can be linked with any app. Please refer to the following URL page for information on adding a keyboard https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/iph73b71eb/ios It can be used for a wide range of business applications such as warehouse management, inventory control, and price research for shopping.

Screenshots

Stock Count by Socket Mobile3 screens
Scanner Keyboard2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Scanner Keyboard at 4.1 against Stock Count by Socket Mobile's 3.0. Scanner Keyboard also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). Stock Count by Socket Mobile's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Stock Count by Socket Mobile sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Scanner Keyboard asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scanner Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 7 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stock Count by Socket Mobile ships an update every 4 months, Scanner Keyboard every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Stock Count by Socket Mobile versus Scanner Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStock Count by Socket MobileScanner Keyboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (7 ratings)4.1 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings77
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSocket Mobile LimitedMasaharu Tsukamoto

Customer experience

Stock Count by Socket Mobile

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Scanner Keyboard

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Stock Count by Socket Mobile

Subscriptions3
  • Pro$9.991 Month
  • pro$99.991 Year
  • Pro$99.991 Year
None

Scanner Keyboard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stock Count by Socket Mobile free?
Stock Count by Socket Mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scanner Keyboard free?
Scanner Keyboard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Stock Count by Socket Mobile or Scanner Keyboard?
Scanner Keyboard is rated higher. Stock Count by Socket Mobile averages 3.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Scanner Keyboard averages 4.1 from 7 ratings.
Do Stock Count by Socket Mobile or Scanner Keyboard have ads?
Scanner Keyboard shows ads; Stock Count by Socket Mobile does not.
Which is updated more often, Stock Count by Socket Mobile or Scanner Keyboard?
Stock Count by Socket Mobile ships an update every 4 months, and Scanner Keyboard every 2 months. Most recently, Stock Count by Socket Mobile was updated on October 24, 2026 and Scanner Keyboard on October 24, 2026.

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