Comparison

Barcode Keyboard vs Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Keyboard

Scan barcodes and QR codes directly from your keyboard within any app. Automate data entry into spreadsheets and other applications, streamlining your workflow without switching between apps.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes and QR codes from keyboard
  • Use in any app (Excel, Sheets, Messenger, etc.)
  • Automated data entry into spreadsheets
  • Batch scanning and counting
  • Supports numerous code types
Features
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The BarcodeKey Keyboard lets you scan Barcode and QR code directly from keyboard. It is magic because you can use it in any Apps on your iPhone/iPad, such as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, WPS Office, Web Browser, Messenger, Email, ERP, Office Apps, Business Apps, etc. BarcodeKey can even batch scan and count barcodes. The barcodes can automatically jump to next cell in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and other table applications. You will never scan from another app and switch back to paste. BarcodeKey makes your life easier :-) With Team or Enterprise subscription, you can deploy this App with MDM or Apple Business Manager. [Supported code type] • QR code • Code 128 • EAN-8 • EAN-13 • UPC-E • Aztec • PDF 417 • ITF-14 • Data Matrix • Interleaved 2 of 5 • Code 93 • Code 39 • Codabar [Contact us] Numob Technologies Email: support@numob.com [Subscriptions & Price] You can use this App for free. We also provide Pro Edition to offer advanced features. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. If you turn off the auto-renew, you can still keep all your data on the device. [Terms & Policy] Terms of use: https://www.numob.com/#/terms-of-use/ Privacy policy: https://www.numob.com/#/privacy-policy/

About

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

Scan and generate barcodes and QR codes with ease. This app supports batch operations, inventory management, and exporting data in various formats. Create custom codes and manage your scanned history efficiently.

Highlights
  • Fast barcode and QR code scanning
  • Batch scanning and generation
  • Inventory management and counting
  • Store and manage scanned codes
  • Create custom barcodes/QR codes
  • Export data to PDF and Excel
Features
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The barcode scanner automatically focuses on scanning codes, with fast recognition speed and fast scanning of various barcodes and QR codes; Support batch scanning and generation of barcodes and QR codes, and export them in PDF and Excel formats, Convenient inventory management, automatic counting, and a great tool for inventorying items; Make your barcode scanning easy and enjoyable from now on. Functional features: 1. Store and manage all scanned barcodes, making it easy for you to search and backup; 2. Create and generate barcodes and QR codes with just one click, and support DIY style modification to create exquisite barcodes/QR codes; 3. Support batch generation of barcodes and QR codes, quickly exporting them to image and PDF formats for easy printing; 4. Automatically generate historical scans and generate list records, and support filtering and exporting Excel functions for easy searching and data processing; 【 VIP Member Subscription Instructions 】 You can subscribe to receive membership benefits for the barcode scanner app. Once the purchase is confirmed, the payment will be directly deducted from the iTunes account During the subscription period, you can try out all benefits Subscription will automatically renew for the same price and period (month) as before, unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period The renewal fee will be deducted from your account within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period based on the period you have selected After purchase, users can manage subscriptions and turn off automatic renewal in their account settings. During the valid subscription period, the current subscription cannot be cancelled You can unsubscribe during the free trial period through the subscription settings of your iTunes account. Please make sure to complete it 24 hours before the subscription ends to avoid being charged. For more information, please go to: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 “ You can turn off automatic renewal through iTunes account settings, but you cannot cancel the current subscription during the valid subscription period. Any unused parts during the free trial period will be invalidated after the trial period expires. Please refer to the following link for service terms and privacy policy: Privacy Policy: https://www.ezcodes.cn/agreement/app_privacy_hw.html Terms of Use: https://www.ezcodes.cn/agreement/app_agreement_hw.html

Screenshots

Barcode Keyboard4 screens
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Barcode Keyboard at none against Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro's shown. Barcode Keyboard also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13). Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and rating (3.0 vs 2.8). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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 Keyboard sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 4 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of Barcode Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 60% of Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Keyboard ships an update every 2 months, Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and July 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Barcode Keyboard versus Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode KeyboardBarcode & QR Code Scanners Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (11 ratings)3.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.3% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better13
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB96 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperIrvinesoft IncWuhan Yima Network Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

Barcode Keyboard

All ratings11 ratings
Positive45.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative54.5%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive61.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative35.5%

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Barcode Keyboard

Subscriptions6
  • Pro Edition (1 Week)$4.997 Days
  • Pro Edition (1 Month)$14.991 Month
  • Individual (1 Year)$99.991 Year
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  • Team (1 Year)$299.991 Year
  • Enterprise (1 Year)$599.991 Year
  • Large Enterprise (1 Year)$999.991 Year
5 purchases

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • 包季会员$4.993 Months
  • 包半年会员$9.996 Months
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  • Yearly Subscription$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • 永久VIP$89.99

Questions

Is Barcode Keyboard free?
Barcode Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro free?
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode Keyboard or Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro?
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro is rated higher. Barcode Keyboard averages 2.8 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Barcode Keyboard or Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro have ads?
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro shows ads; Barcode Keyboard does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Keyboard or Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro?
Barcode Keyboard ships an update every 2 months, and Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, Barcode Keyboard was updated on September 16, 2026 and Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro on July 31, 2026.

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