Scan Matrix vs PassLink™ Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scan Matrix
This utility app scans various barcode types and connects to GS1 resolvers for barcode information. It features history management, manual input, and an updated user interface for enhanced usability.
- Supports multiple barcode types (GS1-128, DataMatrix, QR Code, etc.)
- Connects to GS1 and my.code.de resolvers
- Scan history management
- Pin favorite barcodes
- Manual barcode input (GTIN/batch numbers)
- Updated user interface
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This version of the app contains 1.support to connect to https://id.gs1.org resolver and https://my.code.de resolver. Enhanced User Experience: • Updated user interface for smoother navigation and usability. GS1 Resolver Support: • Seamlessly connect to the GS1 Resolver for barcode resolution. Barcode Scanning Enhancements: Supported Barcode Types: • GS1-128 • GS1 DataMatrix • GS1 QR Code • Dot Matrix • Data Matrix • QR Code • EAN-13 • EAN-8 • ITF-14 Additional Features: 1. History Management: View barcode scan history and pin favourite barcodes for quick reference. 2. Manual Barcode Input: Enter GTIN and/or batch numbers manually using the keyboard. This update ensures a robust and feature-rich barcode scanning experience tailored to user needs.
PassLink™ Mobile
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The PassLink™ Mobile App enables authorized, registered users to access servicing functions for certain Bayer Radiology products equipped with the PassLink™ platform technology. The content within this app is designed specifically for Bayer Employees, Distributors, Biomedical Engineering Professionals, and hospital or imaging center personnel who are responsible for maintaining cybersecurity software on their Bayer Radiology devices. The app is provided by Bayer. For more information about the PassLink™ Mobile App, please contact your local Bayer representative.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Scan Matrix at every 5 weeks against PassLink™ Mobile's every 3 months. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Scan Matrix ships an update every 5 weeks, PassLink™ Mobile every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scan Matrix | PassLink™ Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc. | Bayer Group |
In-app purchases
Scan Matrix
No in-app purchases
PassLink™ Mobile
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do Scan Matrix or PassLink™ Mobile have ads?
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