Comparison

Barcode Scanner X vs CodeCheckGS

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Scanner X

Easily scan 1D and 2D barcodes with a fast and intuitive interface. Save scanned results to a history for later review, copying, or searching. Ideal for product checks, inventory, and shipping.

Highlights
  • Wide format support for 1D and 2D codes
  • Automatic scan history saving
  • Share history via email or clipboard
  • Configurable barcode type scanning
  • Power-saving camera pause
  • Search scanned results
Features
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A fast and easy-to-use barcode scanner for reading 1D and 2D codes with saved history. Scanned results can be stored automatically, so you can review, copy, and search them later with ease. Designed for quick everyday use, it works well for product checks, inventory tasks, and shipment label scanning. # Main Features - Wide format support: Reads many 1D and 2D code types - History saving: Automatically save your scan history - Sharing: Share your history via email or clipboard with other apps - Configurable: Choose the type of barcodes to scan - Power-saving: Save battery by pausing the camera when not needed - Search results: Easily look up scanned results using a search engine # How to Use - Scan: Use the camera on the screen to scan barcodes - Add to history: Save results to history using the blue circle button - Auto-delete: If you don't press the blue button, the result will be automatically deleted after a few seconds (adjustable in settings) - Stop: Stop scanning and switch to the result list mode using the stop button - Copy & Search: Tap results to copy, and use the i button for detailed search - Delete: Swipe left to delete results Use it in various daily scenarios. # Supported Barcode Types QR Code MicroQR Data Matrix UPC-A UPC-E EAN-8 (JAN-8) EAN-13 (JAN-13) Code 39 Code 39 Extended Code 93 Code 93 Extended Code 128 (EAN-128 GS1-128) Codabar (NW-7) ITF Interleaved 2 of 5 GS1 Databar (RSS-14) GS1 Databar Expanded GS1 Databar Limited PDF 417 MicroPDF417 # Notes - The camera image and barcode recognition frame may misalign while moving the device. - Recognition may not always be accurate (100% accuracy is not guaranteed). Recognition can fail or be incorrect depending on conditions such as brightness, size, or barcode quality. - There may be occasional misidentification of barcode types (improve by narrowing the barcode types in the settings menu). - For best results, scan barcodes in landscape orientation. Vertical or rotated barcodes may be less accurate. - GS1-128 is recognized as Code128. - This app will display ads during use. Billing Information # Free Version ・Ads are displayed. ・Some features have usage limits. # Pro Version ・Use all features without ads and without limits. # About Subscription Auto-Renewal When you purchase a monthly or yearly subscription, payment will be charged to your App Store account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew. To stop auto-renewal, please turn it off at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period. If you do not turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, your selected monthly or yearly plan will automatically renew, and you will be charged accordingly. Subscriptions and auto-renewal can be managed in your account settings after purchase. Cancellation for the used portion of the subscription period will not be accepted after starting to use the service. # Terms of Use https://digitalnauts.com/terms/app_term_of_use/ # Privacy Policy https://digitalnauts.com/privacypolicy/ # Developer DIGITALNAUTS INC. https://digitalnauts.com/

About

CodeCheckGS

This app validates barcode information against global standards like GS1, HIBC, and ANSI. It offers a scan archive for traceability, supports various scanners, and provides detailed identifier information. Reports can be generated and shared for business process efficiency.

Highlights
  • GS1, HIBC, IFA, ANSI barcode validation
  • Scan archive with search and filter
  • Support for Cognex and other scanners
  • Detailed identifier information
  • Generate and share printable reports
  • Two scan engines for advanced recognition
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For more than 8 years, our app Barcode-Check has been ensuring secure and efficient business processes in compliance with global standards... After 2 years of development, we have reached the next level for data checking of your barcodes and labels with CodeCheckGS. The supported specifications has been expanded so that HIBC, IFA and ANSI can now also be used in addition to GS1. The new scan archive ensures that previous scans can be checked at any time for tracebility, the support of Cognex scanners for difficult barcodes and optional available watch apps makes the package complete. CodeCheckGS validates whether the information in the barcode corresponds to the requirements of the specification and supports you with further important information about the identifier. This is done for GS1 barcodes (GS1-128 and GS1-Datamatrix), HIBC primary and secondary codes, and IFA barcodes. For ANSI MH10.8.2 identifiers we are displaying all information. ---------------------------------------------- The main functions... >>> Fast selection of functions via selection buttons in the start screen >>> Own barcode scanners depending on specification (GS1, HIBC, IFA and ANSI) >>> Normal barcode scanner that is also available without a subscription >>> Library for ANSI and GS1 identifiers with identifier details and characteristics >>> Scan archive with access to all previous scans with filter and search >>> Detailed inline help with all important information including configurations >>> Two scan engines to choose from for advanced barcode recognition >>> Optimized operation for many scans: tap to scan and swipe to return >>> Display of identifier characteristics as text and symbol >>> For GS1 barcodes, required and invalid combinations are also displayed >>> An integrated report shows validation result in one overview >>> Reports can be printed out or sent as an email >>> The header in the reports can be configured for each user >>> The recognized barcode can also be viewed later as an image in the archive >>> Images with barcodes can be sent to CodeCheckGS for evaluation ------------------------------------------------ We offer all of this for a cheap annual subscription. Once you have used our professional app, you don't want to miss it in everyday business... For more information about usage rights and information about subscription plus data usage, please see the link below: http://www.codecheckgs.de/index.php/en/privacy-eula-en

Screenshots

Barcode Scanner X4 screens
CodeCheckGS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CodeCheckGS at 5.0 against Barcode Scanner X's 4.3. CodeCheckGS also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 70%). Barcode Scanner X's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Barcode Scanner X sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and CodeCheckGS sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CodeCheckGS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode Scanner X has 30 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Barcode Scanner X's written reviews are positive against 100% of CodeCheckGS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Scanner X ships an update every 3 weeks, CodeCheckGS every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on August 20, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Barcode Scanner X versus CodeCheckGS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode Scanner XCodeCheckGS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (30 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 8 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB160 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDIGITALNAUTS INC.Stefan Arnhold

Customer experience

Barcode Scanner X

All ratings30 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive69.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative27.3%

CodeCheckGS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Barcode Scanner X

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$12.99
1 purchases

CodeCheckGS

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Subscription1 Month trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Barcode Scanner X free?
Barcode Scanner X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeCheckGS free?
CodeCheckGS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode Scanner X or CodeCheckGS?
CodeCheckGS is rated higher. Barcode Scanner X averages 4.3 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while CodeCheckGS averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Barcode Scanner X or CodeCheckGS have ads?
Barcode Scanner X shows ads; CodeCheckGS does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Scanner X or CodeCheckGS?
Barcode Scanner X ships an update every 3 weeks, and CodeCheckGS every 8 months. Most recently, Barcode Scanner X was updated on August 20, 2026 and CodeCheckGS on September 9, 2026.

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