Comparison

Inventory Count vs Barcode Inventory

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

Head to head
About

Inventory Count

This app allows for immediate inventory management while scanning barcodes. It features a split screen for simultaneous scanning and data processing, eliminating the need for sign-ups. It offers customizable scanning and advanced settings for efficient inventory checks.

Highlights
  • Split screen for simultaneous scanning and management
  • Customizable scanning screen and area
  • Unlimited free barcode scanning
  • Excel import/export support
  • Team mode for multiple users
  • PC management program integration
Features
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Barcode Scanner Without Screen Switching - Manage inventory immediately while scanning. - Split the scanning screen and data processing screen to perform scanning and inventory management simultaneously. - You can use it immediately after installation without signing up. - If you need the same performance as a PDA, install this app. [Key Features] ■ Customizable Scanning Screen - Adjust the size of the scan screen and change the scan area in real time to enable more accurate barcode scanning. ■ Unlimited Free Barcode Scanning - Barcode scanning is unlimited and free. - However, Excel export is limited if there are more than 50 scan records. [Features Supported by the App] ■ Barcode scanner - Barcode scanner that does not require sign-up - Accurate and fast barcode scanning with split scanning screen and real-time scanning area adjustment - Can replace existing PDAs or Bluetooth barcode scanners for inventory checks, orders, etc. - Supports Excel Import/Export ■ Barcode Master - Supports Excel Import/Export - Allows users to add custom columns to barcodes ■ Advanced scanner settings (available to free users) - Supports various data processing methods for duplicate scans - Allows manual quantity input - Supports alternative barcodes - Allows the use of decimal quantities - Supports continuous and single scanning - Allows setting the interval time for continuous scanning - Supports quantity increase, line addition, and manual input mode for duplicate scans - Real-time scanning area adjustment for accurate barcode scanning - Camera zoom in/out - Multilingual support ■ Team mode support - Sharing the same data for multiple users, free team creation/use - Administrator creates a team and users join to use it ■ PC management program support: - Can be linked with PC management program - Supports cloud and local network - PC management program installation Address https://pulmuone.github.io/barcode/publish.htm [Terms of Use] https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ [Privacy Policy] https://blog.naver.com/gwise/222703219470

About

Barcode Inventory

Features
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Count stock by barcode and see expected-versus-actual variance instantly. StockLite is a focused inventory tracker and stock counter for small retailers, resellers, and stockrooms. Scan items in or out, run a stocktake, and find mismatches without an account or server. Your inventory stays on your device. SCAN, COUNT, SPOT THE GAP • Choose receiving or removal before you scan. • See expected quantity, actual quantity, and variance together. • Undo the latest scanner change for four seconds. • Use the torch on supported devices; enable sound and haptics separately. • Scan a barcode to find an item in your list. FIND THE RIGHT ITEM FAST • Sort by recent scan, custom order, name, barcode, quantity, or reorder priority. • Filter by shelf location, variance, or unchecked items during a stocktake. • Add items without barcodes using a SKU. • Track condition, purchase cost, sell price, shelf location, and notes. STOCKTAKE & CSV • Add or update many items at once from a CSV file, including category, supplier, shelf location, cost, and sell price. Existing quantities are never changed. • Import an expected-stock CSV before counting. • Check unchecked, checked, and mismatched items as you go. • Export your full inventory or stocktake results as CSV for spreadsheet review. • Try one CSV export on the free plan. BACKUP & RESTORE • Export your inventory to a backup file and restore it later. • Backs up automatically once a day while you use the app, keeping the latest seven on your device. WIDGETS & SHORTCUTS • See mismatch and reorder counts in Home Screen widgets. • The Lock Screen widget shows the mismatch count and opens the scanner. • Open the receiving scan, removal scan, or stocktake screen from Shortcuts. • Open the receiving scan from Control Center (iOS 18 or later). SUPPLIERS & INSIGHTS • Assign a main supplier and search by supplier name. • Review product count, stock quantity, value, and variance by supplier. • See the estimated margin from sell price and cost. The total gross profit amount is part of Premium. • Set reorder points and receive a local reminder up to once a day. NEARBY-DEVICE SHARING Send a StockLite file by AirDrop and merge it on another nearby device. This is a manual, file-based transfer. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account. No ads. No data collected. No server required. STOCKLITE PREMIUM — ONE-TIME PURCHASE Remove the 30-item limit and unlock unlimited items, full CSV export, nearby-device file merge, analytics, and complete stock history. No subscription. CSV exports are spreadsheet-ready data copies. To restore the app, use a backup file.

Screenshots

Inventory Count4 screens
Barcode Inventory4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Inventory Count at every 9 days against Barcode Inventory's every 4 weeks. Inventory Count also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Inventory Count sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Barcode Inventory sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Inventory Count ships an update every 9 days, Barcode Inventory every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Inventory Count versus Barcode Inventory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInventory CountBarcode Inventory
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size142 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHyeonmyeong JiHIROKO KURIHARA

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Inventory Count

Subscriptions5
  • All Access$4.991 Month
  • Team-5$25.001 Month
  • Team-10$49.991 Month
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  • Team-20$99.991 Month
  • Team-30$149.991 Month
One-time1
  • non-renewing subscriptions$4.99
1 purchases

Barcode Inventory

One-time1
  • StockLite Premium$9.99

Questions

Is Inventory Count free?
Inventory Count is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode Inventory free?
Barcode Inventory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Inventory Count or Barcode Inventory have ads?
Neither Inventory Count nor Barcode Inventory shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Inventory Count or Barcode Inventory?
Inventory Count ships an update every 9 days, and Barcode Inventory every 4 weeks. Most recently, Inventory Count was updated on November 3, 2026 and Barcode Inventory on October 31, 2026.

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