Comparison

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner vs Whelm

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

Whelm

Organize your day, stay focused with a built-in timer, and build consistency. Track your progress, notes, and daily stats. Offers AI guidance and deeper customization with a Pro version.

Highlights
  • Structured daily scheduling
  • Built-in focus timer and session tracking
  • Streak protection and progress tracking
  • Note-taking and organization
  • Daily stats and leaderboard
  • AI-powered guidance (Pro)
Features
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Whelm Productivity is a mobile-first focus and planning system designed to help you organize your day, follow through on meaningful work, and build consistency over time. Use Whelm to: - Plan your day with structured scheduling - Stay focused with a built-in timer and session tracking - Complete focus blocks and protect your streak - Write and organize notes - Track Today stats, XP, streaks, and progress - Use Whelmboard to see Daily Arena and leaderboard progress - Ask Whelm AI for Today guidance with Whelm Pro Whelm Standard includes core planning, timer, notes, quick Today actions, and progress tracking. Whelm Pro unlocks Ask Whelm AI, live suggestions, deeper customization, and advanced productivity support. This update also improves offline support, so timers, notes, schedule blocks, Today stats, and local progress stay usable without WiFi or cellular. Offline changes sync when you reconnect. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner4 screens
Whelm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Whelm at 5.0 against BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner's 4.5. Whelm also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (14 vs 2). 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. Whelm sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Whelm 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, Whelm every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 3 level
BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner versus Whelm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBareCode X Pro QR Code ScannerWhelm
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings14 — better2
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWhite Marten GmbHCaleb Roemhildt-Sultan

Customer experience

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

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

Whelm

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Whelm

Subscriptions2
  • Whelm Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Whelm Pro Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year

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 Whelm free?
Whelm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner or Whelm?
Whelm is rated higher. BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Whelm averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner or Whelm have ads?
Neither BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner nor Whelm shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner or Whelm?
BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner ships an update monthly, and Whelm every 2 weeks. Most recently, BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner was updated on October 14, 2026 and Whelm on September 22, 2026.

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