WebScan vs Pocket Barcode System
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
WebScan
Scan barcodes and instantly search them on the internet using a customizable URL template. Create your own barcode scanning solutions by linking to your preferred websites or services.
- Fast barcode scanning
- Customizable URL templates
- Direct web search integration
- View web content on-screen
- Supports multiple barcode types
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WebScan is a tool that allows you to scan and search barcodes at any internet address. You can even use your own URL template. It has it's own build-in fast barcode scanner at the top of the screen and shows the results just bellow it. The scanned bar code will be placed where you put *** in the URL string. To change the address just tap on the menu and select "Set URL" Write your selected web address and put *** just where you want the code to be placed. It could be part of directory name, URL parameter or what ever part of the URL. With this app you can easily make your own barcode scanning solution just by creating a website or service that handles the codes. Then you just write the address of your site and you are all set and done ! The web content will be visible on the same screen under the the scanner. Supported barcode types: EAN13, EAN8, UPCA,UPCE, CODE128, CODE39, Interleaved 2 of 5
Pocket Barcode System
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Complete barcode system for iPhone. Pocket Barcode System offers fully functional barcode management system. It combines customisable items database barcode scanner and barcode labels generator in one app. You can add items to the database with name, photo, description, web address and barcode for every item. You can edit and delete items from the database to keep it in tact. When scanning barcodes the name of the item with the corresponding barcode will appear directly on the scanner screen with options to open the item details or visit the web page for the item. The app also includes barcode generator that can export labels to a PDF page so they can be printed and applied to items. The barcode generator supports 2 label sizes. The items database can be exported as HTML web page so you can modify and host it on your server. The supported barcode types are:ย EAN13, EAN8, UPCA, UPCE, CODE128, CODE39, Interleaved 2 of 5 Terms of Service: https://scangine.com/pocketbarcodes/termsandconditions/ Privacy Policy: https://scangine.com/pocketbarcodes/privacypolicy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Pocket Barcode System at Free against WebScan's $1.99. Pocket Barcode System also leads on update cadence (every 19 months vs every 40 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). WebScan's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Pocket Barcode System is free to download; WebScan costs $1.99 up front. Pocket Barcode System sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. WebScan asks for nothing beyond the download.
WebScan ships an update every 40 months, Pocket Barcode System every 19 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WebScan | Pocket Barcode System |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free โ better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 40 months | Every 19 months โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | โ |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 10.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aleksandar Mlazev | SCANGINE |
In-app purchases
WebScan
No in-app purchases
Pocket Barcode System
- Pocket Barcode System Monthly$0.991 Month
- Pocket Barcode System Yearly$8.991 Year
- Pocket Barcode System Pro$14.99
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