Comparison

Scan n Gen vs Operational Amplifiers Pro

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

Operational Amplifiers Pro

This app provides interactive calculators and reference information for designing and analyzing op-amp circuits. It offers step-by-step explanations and technical data on popular op-amp series, aiding students and engineers in circuit development and prototyping.

Highlights
  • Interactive op-amp circuit calculators
  • Step-by-step explanations and formulas
  • Reference data on op-amps and comparators
  • Support for 14 languages
  • Light and dark mode
  • Advanced calculators and circuit guides (Pro)
  • Full-text search (Pro)
Features
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Operational Amplifiers Pro is your essential tool for designing and analyzing circuits using op-amps. Whether you're a student, electronics enthusiast, or experienced engineer, this app helps you create, calculate, and understand a wide variety of op-amp–based circuits with ease. Use it as a practical reference when developing projects, building prototypes, or studying amplifier configurations. The app also includes technical data on popular operational amplifier and comparator series — making it a handy guide for both design and selection. Available in 14 Languages: • English, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese — study in your native language! Key Features: • Interactive calculators for common op-amp circuits • Step-by-step explanations and formulas • Reference info on op-amps and comparators • Ideal for learning, prototyping, or quick checks • Light and dark mode support Pro Version Includes: • Advanced calculators and circuit guides • Full-text topic search • Save favorite circuits for quick access The application contains the following guides and calculators: Amplifiers • Non-inverting operational amplifier • Inverting operational amplifier • Inverting amplifier with T-bridge in OS • Differential amplifier • Differential amplifier with T-bridge in OS • Voltage repeater • Inverting voltage repeater • AC voltage amplifier • High Input Impedance AC Voltage Amplifier • AC voltage repeater ActiveFilters • Non-inverting low-pass filter • Inverting low-pass filter • Non-inverting high-pass filter • Inverting high pass filter • Bandpass filter • Gyrator Integrators and differentiators • Voltage integrator • Sum integrator • Integrator with signal amplification • Difference integrator • Double integrator • Voltage differentiator • Sum Differentiator • Differentiator with T-bridge • Differentiator with T-bridge made of capacitors • Difference differentiator Comparators • Comparator • Limiter • Limiter with zener diode at the input • RS trigger Attenuators • Non-inverting attenuator • Inverting attenuator Converters • Voltage-to-current converter with non-inverting input • Voltage to current converter with inverting input • Voltage to current converter with differential input Adders and substactors • Inverting adder • Addition-subtraction circuit • Non-inverting adder Logarithmic and exponential amplifiers • Diode-based logarithmic amplifier • Transistor-based logarithmic amplifier • Diode exponential amplifier • Exponential transistor amplifier • Popular operational amplifiers description and pinout Sine Wave generators • Op-Amp Oscillators • Oscillator with Diode in the Feedback Path • Twin-T Network Signal Generator Square-wave pulse generators • Op-Amp Square-Wave Generator • Adjustable Square-Wave Generator • Enhanced Square-Wave Generator • Duty-Cycle Adjustment • Triangle and Square-Wave Generator • Generator with Adjustable Slope and Duty Cycle Triangle-wave signal generators • Nonlinear Triangle-Wave Generator • Variable-Symmetry Sawtooth Generator • Linear Triangle-Wave Generator • Adjustable Linear Triangle-Wave Generator • Variable-Symmetry Ramp Generator Download now and power up your electronics work!

Screenshots

Scan n Gen4 screens
Operational Amplifiers Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Scan n Gen at Free against Operational Amplifiers Pro's $4.99. Scan n Gen also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Operational Amplifiers Pro's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.4) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Scan n Gen is free to download; Operational Amplifiers Pro costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Operational Amplifiers Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan n Gen has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scan n Gen ships an update every 9 months, Operational Amplifiers Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Scan n Gen versus Operational Amplifiers Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan n GenOperational Amplifiers Pro
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating3.4 (5 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#188 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperV Group IncALG Software Lab

Customer experience

Scan n Gen

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

Operational Amplifiers Pro

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Scan n Gen

No in-app purchases

None

Operational Amplifiers Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scan n Gen free?
Scan n Gen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Operational Amplifiers Pro free?
Operational Amplifiers Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Scan n Gen or Operational Amplifiers Pro?
Operational Amplifiers Pro is rated higher. Scan n Gen averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Operational Amplifiers Pro averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Scan n Gen or Operational Amplifiers Pro have ads?
Neither Scan n Gen nor Operational Amplifiers Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scan n Gen or Operational Amplifiers Pro?
Scan n Gen ships an update every 9 months, and Operational Amplifiers Pro every 2 months. Most recently, Scan n Gen was updated on November 2, 2026 and Operational Amplifiers Pro on November 7, 2026.

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