Comparison

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner vs Barcode Scanner by BarKoder

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

Head to head
About

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

Scan and generate various barcode formats from your device's camera or photos. Archive scanned codes, export data, and perform actions based on scanned content. Create custom barcodes in multiple formats.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes from camera or photos
  • Generate QR and linear barcodes
  • Archive scanned barcode history
  • Export history to CSV, JSON, XML
  • Perform actions on scanned content
  • Create custom barcodes in PNG, JPEG, PDF
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Also take a look at the advanced version of this app: EventCode+ XQ QR Ticket System https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/eventcode/id1502380439?mt=8 *** This app is also available for macOS. Find it on the Mac App Store! *** Feature Overview With BareCode X Pro Barcode Scanner you can capture, utilize and archive all popular barcodes! Capture directly from your device's camera or from images in your photo album. In addition, the integrated barcode generator creates 2D barcodes (such as QR codes) and linear (1D) barcodes with any content. Barcode Detection / Barcode Generator - detecting linear (one-dimensional) barcodes and 2D barcodes - barcodes can be captured directly with the camera or imported from saved photos and images which are stored in the photo library - automatic scan processing for fast sequential capturing - alternatively: manual scan processing with preview and apply for pinpoint capturing - supported barcode formats (capturing): Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF), ITF-14, EAN-8, EAN-13, ISBN-10, ISBN-13, UPC-E, UPC-A, PDF417, QuickResponse (QR Code), DataMatrix, Aztec - supported barcode content types: Wi-Fi Networks, Bank Transfers, Crypto Currency (such as Bitcoin), Calendar Events, Contacts, Geo Locations, E-Mails, Phone Numbers, Text Messages, Websites/URLs - recording a history of detected barcodes - exporting history entries to CSV, JSON and XML files - performing content actions, such as opening URLs in a browser, adding contacts the Contacts App, adding events to the Calendar App, copying values to clipboard, dialing phone numbers, sending text messages, searching for results on the web (e.g. on Amazon or Google) - configuring custom online services for sending web queries with scanned values - customizing your individual barcode detection workflow with many useful options like playing sounds, ignoring duplicates and limiting the number of history entries - create custom barcodes as PNG, JPEG or PDF with the integrated barcode generator in QR Code (QuickResponse), DataMatrix, PDF417, Code 128, Aztec format iOS/iPadOS Features - Full Dark Mode Support - Universal App for iPhone & iPad - iOS File App Support - Support for Camera with LED Torch Light

About

Barcode Scanner by BarKoder

This application extracts barcode and MRZ information from camera feeds or images. It's a free tool demonstrating advanced scanning capabilities for various industries, offering features like batch scanning and real-time highlighting.

Highlights
  • Extract barcode & MRZ data
  • Scan from camera or image files
  • Batch multi-barcode scanning
  • Real-time AR scanning modes
  • Direct Part Marking (DPM) support
  • Export results to CSV
  • OCR for MRZ codes
Features
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Barcode Scanner by barKoder allows you to extract barcode & MRZ information from camera video stream or image files. It is a completely free application developed for various uses be that in retail, logistics, warehousing, healthcare and any other industry where barcodes are implemented. The Barcode Scanner by barKoder app is essentially a demo of the capabilities of the barKoder barcode scanner SDK in terms of performance & features. Integrating the barKoder Barcode Scanner SDK into your Enterprise or Consumer mobile app will instantly transform your user's smartphones & tablets into rugged barcode scanning devices without the need to procure & maintain expensive hardware devices with a short life span. It is the most advances software-based barcode scanning library on the market by a significant margin, promoting the BYOD concept. Key Features: - MatrixSight®: Ultimate algorithm for recognizing QR Code and Data Matrix barcodes missing any & all of its key elements - Segment Decoding® Technique: Scanning engine for deformed, misshapen or otherwise altered 1D barcodes - PDF417-LineSight®: Recognizes PDF417 barcodes without start & stop patterns, start & stop row indicators and even entire data columns - Batch MultiScan: Scanning of multiple barcodes from a single image - Special AR modes: Highlights scanned barcode in real time on your screen along with their results and even choose which barcodes out of many you want to be scanned! - DPM Mode: Expert reading of Data Matrix barcodes & QR Codes engraved via Direct Part Marking techniques - Best in class VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) barcode scanning engine - DeBlur Mode: Recognition of severely blurred EAN & UPC Codes - Industry's most advanced DotCode reading API - Support for decoding & parsing of US Driver's Licenses, South African Driver's Licenses and GS1 issued barcodes - OCR (Optical Code Recognition) engine for capturing the data within MRZ codes found on passports, ID's and visas - Extremely user-friendly settings - No annoying ads and in-app purchases - Export your results to .csv or send to webhook - SDK available for native iOS, Web, Flutter, Xamarin, .NET Maui, Capacitor, React Native, Cordova, NativeScript, Windows, C#, Python & Linux powered apps Support for scanning of all major barcode types: - 1D: Codabar, Code 11, Code 25 (Standard/Industrial 2 of 5), Code 32 (Italian Pharmacode), Code 39 (including Code 39 extended), Code 93, Code 128, COOP 2 of 5, Datalogic 2 of 5, EAN-8, EAN-13, IATA 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5, ITF 14, Matrix 2 of 5, MSI Plessey, Telepen, UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC-E1 - 2D: Aztec Code & Aztec Compact, Data Matrix, DotCode, MaxiCode, PDF417 (including Micro PDF417), QR Code (including Micro QR Code) You can use the free trial program available via https://barkoder.com/register to kickstart your integration and evaluation at your convenience!

Screenshots

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner4 screens
Barcode Scanner by BarKoder3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Barcode Scanner by BarKoder at 5.0 against BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner's 4.5. BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Barcode Scanner by BarKoder holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner has 14 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner ships an update monthly, Barcode Scanner by BarKoder every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner versus Barcode Scanner by BarKoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBareCode X Pro QR Code ScannerBarcode Scanner by BarKoder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better2
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWhite Marten GmbHPlaceholder LTD EOOD

Customer experience

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative7.1%

Barcode Scanner by BarKoder

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

In-app purchases

None

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

No in-app purchases

None

Barcode Scanner by BarKoder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner free?
BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Barcode Scanner by BarKoder free?
Barcode Scanner by BarKoder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner or Barcode Scanner by BarKoder?
Barcode Scanner by BarKoder is rated higher. BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Barcode Scanner by BarKoder averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner or Barcode Scanner by BarKoder have ads?
Neither BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner nor Barcode Scanner by BarKoder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner or Barcode Scanner by BarKoder?
BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner ships an update monthly, and Barcode Scanner by BarKoder every 2 months. Most recently, BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner was updated on September 23, 2026 and Barcode Scanner by BarKoder on August 12, 2026.

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