Comparison

Scan Matrix vs Drive Net

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

Head to head

Scan Matrix

Scanner

Free

🔧 Utilities

★ 4.01 ratingsView app →

About

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.

Highlights

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

Features

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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.

About

Drive Net

Features

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Drive Net is a companion app for compatible RC devices, offering a smooth and connected mobile experience. With Drive Net, users can access live video from the device, listen to on-device audio, use interactive control features, and check device status in real time through a clear and intuitive interface.

Screenshots

Scan Matrix4 screens

Drive Net3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scan Matrix at none against Drive Net's 4. Drive Net's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Drive Net sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Scan Matrix asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scan Matrix ships an update every 5 weeks, Drive Net weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level

Scan Matrix versus Drive Net: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	Scan Matrix	Drive Net
Price	Free	Free
Rating	4.0 (1 ratings) — better	—
Number of ratings	1 — better	—
Update frequency	Every 5 weeks	Weekly — better
Ads	No	No
In-app purchases	No — better	Yes
Monetization	Free	—
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod — better	iPhone, iPod
Requires iOS	15.6	15.6
Further details — not scored
Size	59 MB	51 MB
Age rating	4+	17+
Developer	Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc.	NODISTANCE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Scan Matrix

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Drive Net

One-time4

100 Coins$1.00
500 Coins$5.00
1000 Coins$10.00

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2000 Coins$20.00

Questions

Is Scan Matrix free?

Scan Matrix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is Drive Net free?

Drive Net is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

Do Scan Matrix or Drive Net have ads?

Neither Scan Matrix nor Drive Net shows ads.

Which is updated more often, Scan Matrix or Drive Net?

Scan Matrix ships an update every 5 weeks, and Drive Net weekly. Most recently, Scan Matrix was updated on October 8, 2026 and Drive Net on September 26, 2026.