W&H RUBY vs DPM Scan Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
W&H RUBY
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Keep an eye on your production. No matter where you are. Live Machine Data Get an overview of how your machines are doing and see important data of your production. Push notifications Be notified if there are any delays during production
DPM Scan Pro
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Scanning app for robust and fast scanning of DPM (Direct Part Markings) DataMatrix and QR codes. Scanned results can be delivered directly to the web browser via API settings or to a message queue via MQTT. Features: - Scans Direct Part Markings (DPM) and Dot Pen Matrix codes robustly and reliably. Whether needle stamped, laser marked or additive direct marking from 3D printer. Works on metallic surfaces such as 1.4404 stainless steel or as well as plastics such as PA12. - Also scans many classic (black and white) 2D and 1D barcodes robustly and reliably - API connection to third party system via MQTT for wireless transmission/transfer of scanned codes. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us! - Triggered Scanning Mode: This option can be enabled in the settings. It ensures that scan results are only captured when the button is pressed. - Batch Scanning: Capture multiple scans quickly and efficiently in one session. - Bulk scanning (former batch scanning) to decode multiple codes at once - BT Scanning
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: DPM Scan Pro at 3 against W&H RUBY's 1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
W&H RUBY ships an update every 6 weeks, DPM Scan Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | W&H RUBY | DPM Scan Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | WindmΓΆller & HΓΆlscher | Additive Marking GmbH |
In-app purchases
W&H RUBY
No in-app purchases
DPM Scan Pro
No in-app purchases








