Comparison

CodeCheckGS vs Fast Barcode Scan & Generator

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

Head to head
About

CodeCheckGS

This app validates barcode information against global standards like GS1, HIBC, and ANSI. It offers a scan archive for traceability, supports various scanners, and provides detailed identifier information. Reports can be generated and shared for business process efficiency.

Highlights
  • GS1, HIBC, IFA, ANSI barcode validation
  • Scan archive with search and filter
  • Support for Cognex and other scanners
  • Detailed identifier information
  • Generate and share printable reports
  • Two scan engines for advanced recognition
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For more than 8 years, our app Barcode-Check has been ensuring secure and efficient business processes in compliance with global standards... After 2 years of development, we have reached the next level for data checking of your barcodes and labels with CodeCheckGS. The supported specifications has been expanded so that HIBC, IFA and ANSI can now also be used in addition to GS1. The new scan archive ensures that previous scans can be checked at any time for tracebility, the support of Cognex scanners for difficult barcodes and optional available watch apps makes the package complete. CodeCheckGS validates whether the information in the barcode corresponds to the requirements of the specification and supports you with further important information about the identifier. This is done for GS1 barcodes (GS1-128 and GS1-Datamatrix), HIBC primary and secondary codes, and IFA barcodes. For ANSI MH10.8.2 identifiers we are displaying all information. ---------------------------------------------- The main functions... >>> Fast selection of functions via selection buttons in the start screen >>> Own barcode scanners depending on specification (GS1, HIBC, IFA and ANSI) >>> Normal barcode scanner that is also available without a subscription >>> Library for ANSI and GS1 identifiers with identifier details and characteristics >>> Scan archive with access to all previous scans with filter and search >>> Detailed inline help with all important information including configurations >>> Two scan engines to choose from for advanced barcode recognition >>> Optimized operation for many scans: tap to scan and swipe to return >>> Display of identifier characteristics as text and symbol >>> For GS1 barcodes, required and invalid combinations are also displayed >>> An integrated report shows validation result in one overview >>> Reports can be printed out or sent as an email >>> The header in the reports can be configured for each user >>> The recognized barcode can also be viewed later as an image in the archive >>> Images with barcodes can be sent to CodeCheckGS for evaluation ------------------------------------------------ We offer all of this for a cheap annual subscription. Once you have used our professional app, you don't want to miss it in everyday business... For more information about usage rights and information about subscription plus data usage, please see the link below: http://www.codecheckgs.de/index.php/en/privacy-eula-en

About

Fast Barcode Scan & Generator

Features
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Scan and create barcodes. Point the camera at a label to read it. All codes in the frame are scanned at once. Each code has a matching number on screen and on its card below. The camera keeps running while results are displayed. Select a barcode type and enter the digits to create a code. Input is checked against the format's specification as you type. An incorrect number of digits or an invalid check digit prevents saving, and the reason is displayed. Save the barcode as a 1024px PNG or share it directly. READS EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, ITF-14, ITF, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, Codabar, Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417, MaxiCode, GS1 DataBar, DataBar Expanded, DataBar Limited. MAKES EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, ISBN, ITF-14, ITF, ITF-16, Code 128, GS1-128, Code 39, Code 93, Codabar, Telepen, Data Matrix, Aztec, RM4SCC, POSTNET. SCANNING CONTROLS Read worn labels on curved bottles, codes displayed on screens and receipts in poor light. Scanning covers the full width of the frame, including wide labels outside the central area. Pinch or use the zoom control to scan a code across the room. Tap to focus. QR CODE LIMITATION This app reads and creates barcodes only, not QR codes. When it sees a QR code, it says so and shows where to find the developer's QR Scanner app. OTHER FEATURES - Read a barcode from a screenshot or any photo - History of all scanned and created codes, with search and filtering by barcode type - Star codes, delete multiple entries, and export or import history as a file - Dark mode and support for the largest accessibility text size on every screen - No account or sign-in required. No ads. Scanned codes are not sent to the developer.

Screenshots

CodeCheckGS4 screens
Fast Barcode Scan & Generator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Fast Barcode Scan & Generator at none against CodeCheckGS's 1. Fast Barcode Scan & Generator also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). 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. CodeCheckGS sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Fast Barcode Scan & Generator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CodeCheckGS ships an update every 8 months, Fast Barcode Scan & Generator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CodeCheckGS versus Fast Barcode Scan & Generator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeCheckGSFast Barcode Scan & Generator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStefan ArnholdM8M Labs

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CodeCheckGS

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Subscription1 Month trial$19.991 Year
None

Fast Barcode Scan & Generator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CodeCheckGS free?
CodeCheckGS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Fast Barcode Scan & Generator free?
Fast Barcode Scan & Generator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CodeCheckGS or Fast Barcode Scan & Generator have ads?
Neither CodeCheckGS nor Fast Barcode Scan & Generator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CodeCheckGS or Fast Barcode Scan & Generator?
CodeCheckGS ships an update every 8 months, and Fast Barcode Scan & Generator every 3 weeks. Most recently, CodeCheckGS was updated on October 3, 2026 and Fast Barcode Scan & Generator on October 8, 2026.

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