Comparison

Barcode Scanner X vs STEMS EV

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

STEMS EV

Features
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STEMS EV 是一款專為住宅大樓、辦公大樓私有車位設計的智慧充電管理 App。 搭配 STEMS EV 充電平台與智慧電表機制,提供安全、透明、不中斷的充電服務。 STEMS EV 重點功能 ▶ 即時充電監控 查看當前充電功率、累積電量、充電進度與設備狀態。 ▶ 智慧計費與餘額管理 依實際用電量自動扣款,支援儲值、退款與完整帳務紀錄。 ▶ 充電啟停控制 支援一鍵啟動/停止充電,更直覺的用戶體驗。 ▶ 通知提醒機制 充電完成、餘額不足、設備異常等,皆會即時提醒。 ▶ 完整使用紀錄 查看歷史充電紀錄、消費明細與每次的用電量。 ▶ 安全不中斷的備援架構 即使雲端暫時中斷,充電仍會持續進行,資料於恢復後自動同步。 STEMS EV 讓充電變得更安心、更可視、更智慧。 適合社區住戶、企業員工與專業管理者使用。

Screenshots

Barcode Scanner X4 screens
STEMS EV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: STEMS EV at none against Barcode Scanner X's 3. STEMS EV also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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. STEMS EV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Scanner X ships an update every 3 weeks, STEMS EV every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Barcode Scanner X versus STEMS EV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode Scanner XSTEMS EV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (30 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1716 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDIGITALNAUTS INC.台科電科技股份有限公司

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
None

STEMS EV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcode Scanner X free?
Barcode Scanner X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is STEMS EV free?
STEMS EV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Barcode Scanner X or STEMS EV have ads?
Barcode Scanner X shows ads; STEMS EV does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Scanner X or STEMS EV?
Barcode Scanner X ships an update every 3 weeks, and STEMS EV every 5 days. Most recently, Barcode Scanner X was updated on October 12, 2026 and STEMS EV on October 6, 2026.

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