Comparison

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro vs Scan Input Keyboard

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

Head to head
About

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

Scan and generate barcodes and QR codes with ease. This app supports batch operations, inventory management, and exporting data in various formats. Create custom codes and manage your scanned history efficiently.

Highlights
  • Fast barcode and QR code scanning
  • Batch scanning and generation
  • Inventory management and counting
  • Store and manage scanned codes
  • Create custom barcodes/QR codes
  • Export data to PDF and Excel
Features
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The barcode scanner automatically focuses on scanning codes, with fast recognition speed and fast scanning of various barcodes and QR codes; Support batch scanning and generation of barcodes and QR codes, and export them in PDF and Excel formats, Convenient inventory management, automatic counting, and a great tool for inventorying items; Make your barcode scanning easy and enjoyable from now on. Functional features: 1. Store and manage all scanned barcodes, making it easy for you to search and backup; 2. Create and generate barcodes and QR codes with just one click, and support DIY style modification to create exquisite barcodes/QR codes; 3. Support batch generation of barcodes and QR codes, quickly exporting them to image and PDF formats for easy printing; 4. Automatically generate historical scans and generate list records, and support filtering and exporting Excel functions for easy searching and data processing; 【 VIP Member Subscription Instructions 】 You can subscribe to receive membership benefits for the barcode scanner app. Once the purchase is confirmed, the payment will be directly deducted from the iTunes account During the subscription period, you can try out all benefits Subscription will automatically renew for the same price and period (month) as before, unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period The renewal fee will be deducted from your account within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period based on the period you have selected After purchase, users can manage subscriptions and turn off automatic renewal in their account settings. During the valid subscription period, the current subscription cannot be cancelled You can unsubscribe during the free trial period through the subscription settings of your iTunes account. Please make sure to complete it 24 hours before the subscription ends to avoid being charged. For more information, please go to: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 “ You can turn off automatic renewal through iTunes account settings, but you cannot cancel the current subscription during the valid subscription period. Any unused parts during the free trial period will be invalidated after the trial period expires. Please refer to the following link for service terms and privacy policy: Privacy Policy: https://www.ezcodes.cn/agreement/app_privacy_hw.html Terms of Use: https://www.ezcodes.cn/agreement/app_agreement_hw.html

About

Scan Input Keyboard

This keyboard app allows you to scan barcodes and QR codes directly into any application on your iPhone. Eliminate the need for manual entry or external scanners by integrating scanning capabilities into your workflow.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes and QR codes
  • Direct input into any app
  • No copy-paste needed
  • Replaces handheld scanners
  • Easy keyboard integration
Features
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Scan Input is an iPhone keyboard with a scan button, it is also a scanner app. Instead of copy and paste barcodes into your document, It can scan barcode and QR code into your Apps directly. It works with almost all Apps on your iPhone, such as Safari Browser, Chrome, your company's ERP, CRM, or OA system. Third party Apps, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Sheet, etc. No integration needed, no custom development needed, no paste needed. You can throw away your hand held scanner now. This mobile barcode scanner and qr code scanner keyboard will change the way you work. [How to use] 1. Install App on your iPhone 2. Open iPhone Settings - General - Keyboard - Keyboards - Add New Keyboard 3. Open one of your favorite App, Long press the 'Globe' Keyboard button and select 'Barcode Input' 4. Scan [Subscriptions & Price] You can use this App for free. We also provide subscription Edition to offer advanced features, such as unlimited scan, multiple projects, team collaboration. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. If you turn off the auto-renew, you can still keep all your data on your device. [Contact us] Email: support@softzoo.com Softzoo Inc California, U.S. Terms of use: http://softzoo.com/terms-of-use Privacy policy: http://softzoo.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro4 screens
Scan Input Keyboard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Scan Input Keyboard at 5.0 against Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro's 3.0. Scan Input Keyboard also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%) and ads (none vs shown). Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Scan Input Keyboard sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scan Input Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of Scan Input Keyboard's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, Scan Input Keyboard every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro versus Scan Input Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode & QR Code Scanners ProScan Input Keyboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB19 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWuhan Yima Network Technology Co., LtdSoftzoo Inc

Customer experience

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

Scan Input Keyboard

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • 包季会员$4.993 Months
  • 包半年会员$9.996 Months
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  • Yearly Subscription$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • 永久VIP$89.99
5 purchases

Scan Input Keyboard

Subscriptions5
  • Individual (1 Month)$4.991 Month
  • Individual (1 Year)$39.991 Year
  • Team (1 Year)$299.991 Year
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  • Enterprise (1 Year)$599.991 Year
  • Large Enterprise (1 Year)$999.991 Year

Questions

Is Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro free?
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scan Input Keyboard free?
Scan Input Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro or Scan Input Keyboard?
Scan Input Keyboard is rated higher. Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Scan Input Keyboard averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro or Scan Input Keyboard have ads?
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro shows ads; Scan Input Keyboard does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro or Scan Input Keyboard?
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and Scan Input Keyboard every 2 months. Most recently, Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro was updated on October 6, 2026 and Scan Input Keyboard on September 18, 2026.

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