Comparison

PassKit PassReader vs Boyoty

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

Head to head
About

PassKit PassReader

This app enables businesses to manage customer loyalty programs and digital coupons at the point of sale. It allows for member check-in/out, tier changes, point adjustments, and coupon redemption without specialized hardware.

Highlights
  • Check-in/out members
  • Manage member tiers and expiration
  • Verify card authenticity
  • Adjust member points
  • Redeem coupons
  • Edit membership details
  • View transaction history
Features
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PassKit Pass Reader is the official scanning and validation app for PassKit-powered loyalty programmes, events and campaigns. Built for frontline staff, kiosk operators and event teams who need fast, reliable pass management in the field. Scan Any Pass Instantly Point the camera at any supported barcode and get an instant result. Supports QR codes, Code 128, PDF417 and Aztec — covering virtually all digital pass barcode formats in use today. Batch Scan Mode Running a high-volume event or a busy retail shift? Switch to Batch Scan and process multiple passes in a single session without stopping between scans. Configure scan behaviour per pass type, review your session summary when done, and pick up right where you left off. Member Management Pull up a full member profile the moment you scan their card. Check them in or out, adjust points balances on the spot, and review their full activity history — all from one screen. Coupon & Ticket Validation Scan a coupon to verify its status, redeem it with a single tap, or update the expiry date if needed. Validate event tickets and confirm entry in seconds. In-App & Push Notifications Stay informed without leaving the app. Receive real-time alerts for scan milestones, completed batch sessions, app releases and security events — delivered in-app and via push notification. Secure by Default Log in with your fingerprint or face unlock for fast, secure access. All credentials are stored securely on-device. Offline detection alerts you immediately if connectivity drops, with a retry prompt when you're back online. Personalise Your Experience Choose between Light, Dark or System theme. The app adapts to your device preference automatically.

About

Boyoty

Features
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Boyoty app allows you to earn loyalty points from a coalition of merchants or brands, and then use them on a wide range of offers and rewards at other merchants or brands, or send to friends, and more. Easy Access Never have to worry about keeping tracks of your loyalty cards, store and manage all reward points all in one place. Instant Transfer Pay with reward points when you shop, or make P2P transfers to friends instantly. Payment Gateway Enjoy the new way to shop using your reward points, without carrying hundreds of cards and cash. Universal Exchange Exchange reward points of one brand to others’ easily. Be part of the next generation of customer loyalty — with points that can be used anytime, anywhere!

Screenshots

PassKit PassReader4 screens
Boyoty4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PassKit PassReader at every 6 weeks against Boyoty's every 41 months. Boyoty's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PassKit PassReader ships an update every 6 weeks, Boyoty every 41 months. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PassKit PassReader versus Boyoty: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassKit PassReaderBoyoty
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 41 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.212.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPassKit, Inc.Beowulf Network Inc

In-app purchases

None

PassKit PassReader

No in-app purchases

None

Boyoty

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PassKit PassReader free?
PassKit PassReader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Boyoty free?
Boyoty is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PassKit PassReader or Boyoty have ads?
Neither PassKit PassReader nor Boyoty shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PassKit PassReader or Boyoty?
PassKit PassReader ships an update every 6 weeks, and Boyoty every 41 months. Most recently, PassKit PassReader was updated on August 16, 2026 and Boyoty on September 11, 2026.

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