Comparison

Barcode Scanner X vs NuBarCode

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

NuBarCode

Features
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NuBarCode 是一款适用于 iPhone、iPad 和 Mac 的原生条码工具,用于识别条码内容,并将文本或链接生成二维码图片。 主要功能: - 识别 QR Code、PDF417、Data Matrix、Aztec 及常见一维条码。 - iPhone 和 iPad 支持相机扫描、系统照片选择器选图,以及图片和 PDF 文件导入。 - Mac 支持图片和 PDF 文件导入、拖拽导入及区域截屏识别。 - 将文本或链接生成 QR Code,并保存二维码图片。 - 以 ASCII 或 HEX 查看识别结果,核对不可见字符和字节内容;可复制结果,并在预览可用时保存条码图片。 - iPhone 和 iPad 的生成页提供键盘“全选”按钮,便于替换输入。 - iPad 支持横竖屏和可调整窗口,横屏双栏保持预览方正、两侧外框等高;大字号下根据可用空间安排区域内滚动。 - Mac 提供可调整尺寸的扫描与生成工作区。 NuBarCode 不需要账号,不包含广告,不使用追踪,也不会把条码内容上传到开发者服务器。识别与生成在设备本地处理。

Screenshots

Barcode Scanner X4 screens
NuBarCode3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NuBarCode at none against Barcode Scanner X's 3. NuBarCode also leads on ads (none vs shown). Barcode Scanner X's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). 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. NuBarCode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Scanner X ships an update every 3 weeks, NuBarCode every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Barcode Scanner X versus NuBarCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode Scanner XNuBarCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (30 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS1717.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDIGITALNAUTS INC.逸 陈

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

NuBarCode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcode Scanner X free?
Barcode Scanner X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NuBarCode free?
NuBarCode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Barcode Scanner X or NuBarCode have ads?
Barcode Scanner X shows ads; NuBarCode does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Scanner X or NuBarCode?
Barcode Scanner X ships an update every 3 weeks, and NuBarCode every 3 months. Most recently, Barcode Scanner X was updated on October 12, 2026 and NuBarCode on October 9, 2026.

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