Inventory Count vs Barcode Inventory
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
Barcode Inventory
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | Inventory Count | Barcode Inventory |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 4 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 142 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hyeonmyeong Ji | HIROKO KURIHARA |
In-app purchases
Inventory Count
- 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
- non-renewing subscriptions$4.99
Barcode Inventory
- StockLite Premium$9.99






