Scan Matrix vs Stashback
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.
Stashback
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Never lose a bottle deposit again. Return your bottles and cans, scan the voucher into Stashback, and your refund is safe — the barcode and a photo of the slip — so faded thermal ink or a lost receipt can never cost you money again. Why Stashback Scan any deposit voucher in seconds — keep the barcode + a backup photo See exactly how much is waiting and what expires soonest Reminders so you redeem before a voucher expires Works across every store and country — not locked to one chain's app Redeem mode shows each barcode full-screen at the machine or till Track your total refunds and your recycling impact Private by design — everything stays on your phone, no account needed Stashback Pro (one-time, EUR 4.99) unlocks unlimited vouchers and lets you share a voucher with family or friends — they can redeem it without the app. Supports deposit schemes across the EU including Germany (Pfand), Ireland (Re-turn), Netherlands, Finland, Slovakia, Lithuania, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Poland.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scan Matrix at none against Stashback's 1. Stashback's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads 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. Stashback sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Scan Matrix asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Scan Matrix | Stashback |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc. | SUDIPTA DHARA |
In-app purchases
Scan Matrix
No in-app purchases
Stashback
- Stashback Pro Lifetime$3.99









