Comparison

Barcodes vs CardBro

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

Head to head
About

Barcodes

Digitally store and manage all your loyalty cards, membership tags, and reward cards in one secure place. Easily scan or import cards, with options for customization and quick access via widgets and Apple Watch. Syncs across devices for ultimate convenience.

Highlights
  • Digital card storage
  • Automatic card scanning
  • Import from photos/screenshots
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Customizable card appearance
  • Home/lock screen widgets
  • Apple Wallet integration
  • Apple Watch companion app
Features
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Say goodbye to bulky wallets and hello to convenience with Barcodes - the ultimate digital wallet! Barcodes is the privacy-friendly solution to store and manage all your QR codes, barcodes, loyalty cards, reward cards, and gym membership tags in one place. With Barcodes, you can easily scan and store your cards using your device's camera or import them directly from your photo library - even screenshots will work seamlessly! Plus, with iCloud storage and sync, you can access your cards across all your devices without needing a separate account. Key Features: - Digital wallet to safely store your cards - Automatic card scanning using your device's camera - Effortless import from your photo library and screenshots - iCloud storage and sync for easy access across devices - Customizable card colors and symbols, with supported store logos - Home screen and lock screen widgets for quick card access - Add cards to Apple Wallet with optional location support - Apple Watch companion app for on-the-go convenience - Store 3 cards forever for free (including Apple Wallet and Apple Watch integration) - Dark mode support for a sleek look Barcodes Unlimited Features: - Store an unlimited number of cards in your wallet - Organize cards into folders and share with family or friends via iCloud - Choose once-off lifetime purchase or subscription to suit you - Choose from a variety of app icons to suit your style Terms of Use can be found at https://smallcolossus.com/terms and Privacy Policy can be found at https://smallcolossus.com/privacy. Happy scanning!

About

CardBro

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CardBro: Store All Your Cards in One App CardBro is a free, privacy-focused app for organizing and digitalizing your store cards. Save your rewards, membership, and loyalty cards with ease in this lightweight app. FEATURES 100% Free - No ads, no in-app purchases, and no hidden fees. Fully Offline - Use all features without needing an account or internet connection. Share Cards Easily - Share your cards individually or all at once with friends and family. Privacy First - No tracking or data collection. All your data stays securely on your device. Extensive Barcode Support - Compatible with QR codes and widely-used barcode formats like UPC, Code 128, and more. Download CardBro now and take control of your digital wallet!

Screenshots

Barcodes4 screens
CardBro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CardBro at none against Barcodes's 3. CardBro also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.0). Barcodes's advantage is chart position (#113 vs unranked). 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. Barcodes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. CardBro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Barcodes versus CardBro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcodesCardBro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews86.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#113 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size172 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmall Colossus PTY LTDEmil Petkov

Bugs and requests

Barcodes

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Some cards not appearing in Apple Wallet
  • Occasional app crashes after updates

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to add custom card images
  • More location-based features

CardBro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Barcodes

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$14.99
None

CardBro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcodes free?
Barcodes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CardBro free?
CardBro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Barcodes or CardBro have ads?
Neither Barcodes nor CardBro shows ads.

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