JAN Reader vs Ailist
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
JAN Reader
This utility app scans JAN, EAN, and ITF14 barcodes, allowing you to copy the scanned numbers for use in other applications. It stores up to 999 scan histories with a line break separator and provides haptic feedback on detection for compatible iPhones.
- Scans JAN, EAN, and ITF14 barcodes
- Copy scanned numbers
- Up to 999 scan history
- Line break separator for history
- Haptic feedback on detection
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JAN Reader is an app that can scan JAN / EAN / ITF14 barcode. You can copy the scanned number and use it with other applications. You can keep up to 999 copy history. The format copied history is a line break separator. Feedback on Detect When barcode is detected, it notifies you by vibration (Haptic Feedback) of iPhone. (* 1) (* 1) It works only on iPhone 7 and later models.
Ailist
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Effortlessly manage your belongings and plan trips with Ailistβs advanced AI. Snap photos of items to auto-generate smart tags, get weather-adaptive outfit recommendations, and track packing progress in real-time. Perfect for travel, daily use, and sportsβall in one app! Ailist offers the following subscription plans: Pro Membership: - 1 Week: $3.99 - 1 Month: $9.99 - 1 Year: $59.99 Your subscription will be processed through your App Store account. The subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing cycle unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription at any time by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. If you cancel your subscription, you will continue to have access to your membership benefits until the end of your current billing period. No refunds will be provided for any unused portion of the term. Privacy Policy: https://nti47gywuh.feishu.cn/wiki/MR15w02LEiR57EkUpVQcDXF7nYf Terms of Service: https://nti47gywuh.feishu.cn/wiki/Ow55wGfNNiO0qkkmrozcukV7npf Pro Agreement: https://nti47gywuh.feishu.cn/wiki/T8ETwAyB6ikJODkEX5EcDYEcndd
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JAN Reader at none against Ailist's 3. JAN Reader also leads on iOS requirement (13.6 vs 17). Ailist's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 68 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Ailist sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. JAN Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.
JAN Reader ships an update every 68 months, Ailist every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JAN Reader | Ailist |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 68 months | Every 5 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.6 β better | 17 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Itoh Tomoaki | ζ η½ |
In-app purchases
JAN Reader
No in-app purchases
Ailist
- Pro 1 week$3.997 Days
- Pro month$9.991 Month
- Pro year$59.991 Year
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