Comparison

Scan n Gen vs Barcode Generator CVS

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

Head to head
About

Scan n Gen

This utility app quickly scans barcodes, QR codes, NFC tags, and text from images using OCR. It also allows users to create and share custom barcodes and QR codes.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes and QR codes
  • Read NFC tags
  • OCR text recognition from images
  • Generate custom QR codes and barcodes
  • Share generated codes and text
  • Flashlight feature for scanning
Features
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Scan n Gen is the fastest scanner for Barcode/QR, NFC reader and OCR/text reader. It can also create Barcode/QR code which can be saved and shared. This is an essential app for every iPhone & iPad device. Additionally, it has an OCR (Optical Character Recognition) function to recognize the characters from an image. You can also save the generated text and/or share it through multiple options. Scan n Gen is extremely easy to use: Steps: 1. To scan barcode simply point the rear camera of your device to scan the QR, barcode, or text that you want to decode. The app will automatically detect, scan, and display it. No needs to press any button, take photos, or adjust the zoom. 2. Create QR Codes and Barcodes and save them or share them through email, WhatsApp, Facebook, and more. Generate Codes from URLs, Text Messages, Phone Numbers and/or any free Text. 3. Read data from NFC chips by tapping your phone on a NFC chip. 4. OCR Real-Time Text Scanner scans and extracts text at very high reading speed with the highest accuracy. Features: Scan n Gen scans and read all types of QR/ barcode types (supports multiple formats). Using the app, you’ll be able to generate your own barcodes. With Scan n Gen, you can easily share your barcode with your friends. It also scans and reads NFC Tags. It even supports a Flashlight feature. OCR functionality - Scan and read the text from images stored in your phone or live using the rear camera. Easily convert images to texts so you can edit, save, and share them. Required Permission: Camera: Scan n Gen needs permission to use your camera to scan images/docs/QR/barcodes. Gallery: Scan n Gen needs permission to use your phone gallery so you can easily scan your saved images/docs. Our Scan n Gen App is available with full features as mentioned and it’s free. A must-have app for your iPhone & iPad! Download it now!! For any questions, or if you need assistance, please contact V Group’s Digital team at: digital@vgroupinc.com

About

Barcode Generator CVS

Easily generate QR codes and various barcode formats for convenience stores. Supports a wide range of barcode types including EAN, UPC, and Code 128. Offers in-app purchases to remove advertisements.

Highlights
  • QR code generation
  • Multiple barcode formats supported
  • Convenience store barcode creation
  • Wide range of barcode types (EAN, UPC, Code 128, etc.)
  • In-app purchase options
Features
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Barcode Generator quickly helps you create QR codes or barcode images. It can also generate three pieces of barcodes for convenience stores. Support format: QRCode Code 128 Code 39 Code 93 Aztec Codabar Matrix EAN-8 EAN-13 ITF PDF417 UPC-A UPC-E Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Scan n Gen4 screens
Barcode Generator CVS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scan n Gen at 100% against Barcode Generator CVS's 40%. Scan n Gen also leads on rating (3.4 vs 2.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). Barcode Generator CVS's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume and device support 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 Generator CVS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Scan n Gen asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scan n Gen holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Scan n Gen's written reviews are positive against 40% of Barcode Generator CVS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scan n Gen ships an update every 9 months, Barcode Generator CVS every 62 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Scan n Gen versus Barcode Generator CVS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan n GenBarcode Generator CVS
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (5 ratings) — better2.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings56 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 months — betterEvery 62 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB5 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperV Group IncTIEN TA LEE

Customer experience

Scan n Gen

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Barcode Generator CVS

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

In-app purchases

None

Scan n Gen

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Barcode Generator CVS

Subscriptions2
  • Removes fullscreen ads$1.991 Month
  • Remove all ads$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Scan n Gen free?
Scan n Gen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Barcode Generator CVS free?
Barcode Generator CVS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scan n Gen or Barcode Generator CVS?
Scan n Gen is rated higher. Scan n Gen averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Barcode Generator CVS averages 2.7 from 6 ratings.
Do Scan n Gen or Barcode Generator CVS have ads?
Barcode Generator CVS shows ads; Scan n Gen does not.
Which is updated more often, Scan n Gen or Barcode Generator CVS?
Scan n Gen ships an update every 9 months, and Barcode Generator CVS every 62 months. Most recently, Scan n Gen was updated on October 14, 2026 and Barcode Generator CVS on October 12, 2026.

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