Comparison

DPM Scan Pro vs DigLog

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

Head to head
About

DPM Scan Pro

Features
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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

About

DigLog

Easily log metal detecting finds with photos, GPS locations, and session details. Manage permissions, track your routes, and generate landowner reports. Analyze your finds and equipment performance with detailed statistics.

Highlights
  • Log finds with photos and GPS
  • Map hunt routes
  • Manage landowner permissions
  • Generate landowner reports
  • Analyze find statistics
  • Export data to CSV, GPX, KML
Features
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The detectorist's logbook. Log a find in seconds in the field, map every hunt, and keep your permissions and your recording in order. LOG A FIND IN SECONDS Take a photo, tap in the Target ID on a big glove-friendly keypad, and you're done. DigLog adds the time, the GPS findspot, your session and your detector. Add depth, weight, material, period, denomination and condition later, back home. MAP EVERY HUNT Start a session and DigLog times it and records the route you walk, even with the phone in your pocket. Pause for lunch and carry on. Every find is filed under the session, and the timer and a Log Find button sit on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island. See your finds and past routes on the map. KEEP YOUR PERMISSIONS Add each field or site you have permission to detect: the landowner and their details, the boundary, start and end dates, your agreed share and a photo of the written agreement. Finds and sessions inside the boundary are filed under the site automatically, and DigLog reminds you before a permission runs out. Make a season report for the landowner as a PDF, with the finds you made on their land. RECORD RESPONSIBLY • Reporting guidance for the US, Australia, the UK, the Netherlands, Flanders, Denmark, Germany and France, with links to the official sources. • A recording pack for each find: photos, measurements and coordinates in one PDF and CSV. • Detecting in the UK? Possible Treasure reminders, Finds Liaison Officer packs and Ordnance Survey grid references are built in. YOUR FINDSPOTS STAY PRIVATE Shared photos never include their location. Choose how precisely each find or site may be shared, lock the app with Face ID, and keep everything in your own iCloud, in sync across iPhone and iPad. KNOW WHAT WORKS Stats by day, week, month, year, site, material and period. Compare detectors and settings by finds per hour, and see which sites pay off. YOUR DATA, YOUR WAY Export to CSV, GPX and KML, back everything up to one file, and import finds and routes from other apps. ALSO • Widgets for your season and last session • Control Centre and Siri: "Log a find in DigLog" • Equipment list with detector settings for each session • Tags, favorites and search • Light and dark mode, Dynamic Type and VoiceOver Logging finds is free. DigLog Pro adds unlimited sessions, sites and equipment, landowner and recording reports, and deeper statistics. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled in Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the period. DigLog is general guidance, not legal advice: always detect with permission and follow your local rules. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DPM Scan Pro3 screens
DigLog4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DPM Scan Pro at none against DigLog's 2. DPM Scan Pro also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, 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. DigLog sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DPM Scan Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DPM Scan Pro ships an update monthly, DigLog every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
DPM Scan Pro versus DigLog: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDPM Scan ProDigLog
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.5 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB17 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAdditive Marking GmbHGruffydd Johnston

In-app purchases

None

DPM Scan Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DigLog

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Pro7 Days trial$8.991 Year

Questions

Is DPM Scan Pro free?
DPM Scan Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DigLog free?
DigLog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DPM Scan Pro or DigLog have ads?
Neither DPM Scan Pro nor DigLog shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DPM Scan Pro or DigLog?
DPM Scan Pro ships an update monthly, and DigLog every 6 weeks. Most recently, DPM Scan Pro was updated on November 3, 2026 and DigLog on October 30, 2026.

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