Comparison

Scan it vs SAM Systems

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

Head to head
About

Scan it

Features
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You won't find a faster and lighter QR and barcode scanner than this. This app cannot be missing on your iOS devices. It is extremely easy to use, just place your device in front of the code you want to scan and it will be detected and scanned. It's very simple, you don't have to press any buttons, take pictures or zoom. It is possible to scan all types of QR or barcodes. After scanning and decryption, you will receive additional information including results from popular online services; Amazon, eBay and Google - 100% FREE! Other characteristics: - Create QR and barcode - Scan from image - Scan from the Gallery - Share contact data via QR - Share location via QR - Send an email - Send SMS - Add to address book - Add to calendar - Add event - Use the flashlight - Open the URL in the browser - Open the URL in the app - Continuous scanning - Save as favorite - Save to history - Download Qr or Barcode on your device - Print QR or barcodes

About

SAM Systems

Features
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SAM – Smart Access Management: The App for Digital Self‑Storage Access SAM is an app designed for all users, modernizing the way you access and manage self‑storage units. Created for anyone who uses storage spaces, SAM offers a simple, secure, and flexible way to control your rented units digitally. Key Features: Instant Access: Open your booked self‑storage units directly from your smartphone. Real‑Time Status: Keep track of your unit’s door status and other important information at any time. Share Access: Invite other people and grant them secure digital access – perfect for family and friends. How It Works: After booking a unit with one of our partners, simply log in to the SAM app using your booking email. Your rented unit will automatically appear in the app. Want to share access? Add trusted users and set the time period during which they can enter.

Screenshots

Scan it4 screens
SAM Systems4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SAM Systems at none against Scan it's shown. Scan it's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases 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

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Scan it versus SAM Systems: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan itSAM Systems
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS10.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerandrea campeseJustTec GmbH

In-app purchases

None

Scan it

No in-app purchases

None

SAM Systems

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scan it free?
Scan it is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SAM Systems free?
SAM Systems is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scan it or SAM Systems have ads?
Scan it shows ads; SAM Systems does not.
Which is updated more often, Scan it or SAM Systems?
Scan it ships an update every 3 months, and SAM Systems every 3 months. Most recently, Scan it was updated on October 16, 2026 and SAM Systems on October 8, 2026.

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