Comparison

Scan Matrix vs Stashback

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

Head to head
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

Stashback

Features
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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.

Screenshots

Scan Matrix4 screens
Stashback4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stashback sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Scan Matrix asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Scan Matrix versus Stashback: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan MatrixStashback
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJohnson & Johnson Services, Inc.SUDIPTA DHARA

In-app purchases

None

Scan Matrix

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Stashback

One-time1
  • Stashback Pro Lifetime$3.99

Questions

Is Scan Matrix free?
Scan Matrix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stashback free?
Stashback is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Scan Matrix or Stashback have ads?
Neither Scan Matrix nor Stashback shows ads.

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