Comparison

Barcod vs Code Scan

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

Head to head
About

Barcod

Easily scan various types of 2D codes with a fast and clean interface. Once scanned, you can copy the code's value for immediate use. Supports a wide range of barcode formats.

Highlights
  • Fast scanning
  • Clean interface
  • Copy scanned values
  • Supports multiple barcode formats
  • QR-Code scanning
  • Barcode scanning
Features
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Barcod comes with a simple and clean interface and fast scanning capabilities for multiple types of two-dimensional codes. Once scanned you can simply copy the value and use them wherever you want. Supported barcode formats that Barcod is able to scan: - UPC-E - EAN-13 - EAN-8 - ITF14 - ISO Code 39 - ISO Code 128 - Aztec - PDF417 - DataMatrix - QR-Code - Interleaved 2 of 5 - Code 93 If you have ideas or see room for improvement: Get in touch with me app@chrometz.me

About

Code Scan

This app scans and generates a wide variety of 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR codes, DataMatrix, and specialized formats like VDS. It offers features like camera zoom, flash support, and a history of scanned codes. Users can also share scanned data and create new barcodes.

Highlights
  • Scans all 1D and 2D barcodes
  • Supports MicroQR, VDS, and ICAO Datastructures
  • Adjustable camera zoom and flash for low light
  • Scan history and sharing functionality
  • Generates QR, DataMatrix, and PDF417 barcodes
  • Dark mode and dark AppIcon support
Features
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Scan and create every common 1D and 2D barcode - one at a time or continuously in Batch Scan. Export your history as CSV or automatically send scans to your own server. Unlike an ordinary scanner, Code Scan also verifies the cryptographic seals on official documents. WHAT IT READS • QR, MicroQR and rMQR (rectangular MicroQR) • DataMatrix, including DMRE • Aztec, PDF417, MaxiCode • EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E • Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, ITF / ITF-14 • GS1 DataBar and DataBar Expanded • VDS, VDS-NC and IDB document seals Codes are decoded on your device: from the live camera, from a photo in your library, or from an image you share into the app from somewhere else. DIGITAL SEALS ON OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS This is what sets Code Scan apart: it does not just read the seal, it checks the cryptographic signature. • VDS (Visible Digital Seal, BSI TR-03137) in DataMatrix • VDS-NC (ICAO) and IDB (ICAO Datastructure for Barcode) in QR codes • Signatures verified against X.509 certificates, kept up to date automatically • Import your own X.509 certificates for closed ecosystems • MRZ data contained in a seal is parsed and shown in readable form This app supports reading and verification of (among others) VDS Profiles: - Social Insurance Card - Residence Permit Document - ICAO Visa Document - ICAO Emergency Travel Document - German Arrival Attestation Document - Address Sticker for German Identity Card - Place of Residence Sticker for German Passports VDS-NC Profiles: - ICAO PoT and PoV (ISO/IEC JTC1 SC17 WG3/TF5) CREATE YOUR OWN CODES • QR, DataMatrix, Aztec, PDF417 and Code 128 • Live preview while you type • Choose the QR error correction level (L / M / Q / H) or the PDF417 level (0-8) • Keep your codes in a library, mark favorites, share any of them as an image FASTER IN EVERYDAY USE • Camera light in four brightness steps and 1x / 2x / 4x zoom - for tiny print, dark rooms and laminated documents • Share a screenshot from any app to read the code inside it, or share a link to turn it into a code • Batch Scan: capture multiple codes without a result screen and save them straight to your history • Siri and Shortcuts: create a code or open the scanner by voice, or build both actions into your own shortcuts • Recreate a scanned code in a single tap, with the content already filled in A HISTORY THAT STAYS ORGANIZED • Grouped into Starred, Today, This Week and Before • Scanning a code again updates the existing entry instead of piling up duplicates • Export and share your scan history as a CSV file • Stored seals are re-verified in the background against the current certificates, so an expired signature stops showing as valid FOR PROFESSIONAL USE • GS1 application identifiers parsed and labelled • Open recognized links immediately, skipping the result screen • Copy and share the raw code data instead of the interpreted content • Optionally send scans automatically to your own HTTPS endpoint (off by default) • Play a confirmation sound after successful transfers • Native iPad layouts PRIVACY Decoding happens entirely on your device, and your history stays there. There is no account and no tracking. To verify seals, the app downloads the public signer certificates from our certificate service. The optional face comparison against a document portrait is the one feature that sends an image to a KURZ Digital service, and only when you start it yourself. For wishes and suggestions just contact us at info@kurzdigital.com

Screenshots

Barcod4 screens
Code Scan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Code Scan at 738 against Barcod's 13. Barcod's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Barcod holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Scan has 738 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Barcod versus Code Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcodCode Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (13 ratings) — better4.6 (738 ratings)
Positive reviews—77.8% of reviews
Number of ratings13738 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlorian ChrometzKURZ Digital Solutions GmbH & Co. KG

Customer experience

Barcod

All ratings13 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Code Scan

All ratings738 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.4%
Negative8.4%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral8.3%
Negative13.9%

Bugs and requests

Barcod

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Code Scan

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Does not load websites
  • Copy or close options produce no result

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to view previously scanned QR codes (not just data)
  • Option to contribute via donation instead of ads

In-app purchases

None

Barcod

No in-app purchases

None

Code Scan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcod free?
Barcod is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Code Scan free?
Code Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Barcod or Code Scan?
Barcod is rated higher. Barcod averages 4.8 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Code Scan averages 4.6 from 738 ratings.
Do Barcod or Code Scan have ads?
Neither Barcod nor Code Scan shows ads.

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