Comparison

ScanBar vs SW Code

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

Head to head
About

ScanBar

This app transforms your device into a versatile scanner for barcodes and QR codes. Easily track product prices, save scanned information like links and Wi-Fi details, and generate your own QR codes. It prioritizes user privacy with iCloud backup and no data collection.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning and price tracking
  • QR code scanning and saving
  • QR code generation
  • Personal product database
  • iCloud backup
  • Privacy-focused data handling
Features
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ScanBar turns your iPhone and iPad into a powerful barcode and QR code scanner — built for everyday life. Scan any barcode to save products, track prices, and compare where you shop. Scan QR codes to instantly access links, texts, Wi-Fi networks, and more — then save them for later. No more losing that coupon code or forgetting which store had the best price. BARCODE SCANNER & PRICE TRACKER - Scan product barcodes and save them with prices - Add the store or market where you bought each item - Compare prices across different stores at a glance - Build your personal product and grocery database QR CODE READER & SAVER - Scan QR codes instantly — links, text, Wi-Fi, contacts, and more - Save your scans and access them anytime - No need to rush — scan now, open later QR CODE GENERATOR - Create your own QR codes from links, text, or contacts - Share them with anyone, instantly BUILT FOR YOUR PRIVACY - iCloud backup keeps your data synced across all your devices - No data collected — your scans stay yours - Lightweight and fast — under 6 MB FREE TO USE - Unlimited barcode and QR code scanning - Save up to 3 QR codes, 3 products, and 2 stores - Create up to 2 QR codes - Upgrade to ScanBar Pro for unlimited everything Whether you're comparing grocery prices, saving discount coupons, or capturing QR codes on the go — ScanBar is the only scanner you need.

About

SW Code

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Prazer, eu sou SW Code! O QR Code da música. O SW Code foi criado para revolucionar como interagimos com o som, tornando cada batida uma oportunidade para uma experiência digital única, o futuro da interação com áudio está aqui.

Screenshots

ScanBar4 screens
SW Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SW Code at none against ScanBar's 1. SW Code also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). 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. ScanBar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SW Code asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScanBar ships an update every 2 months, SW Code monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
ScanBar versus SW Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanBarSW Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRaphael MonteiroWEBHUB SOLUCOES E TECNOLOGIA PARA INTERNET LTDA

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ScanBar

One-time1
  • BarScan Scanner Pro$1.99
None

SW Code

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScanBar free?
ScanBar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SW Code free?
SW Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ScanBar or SW Code have ads?
Neither ScanBar nor SW Code shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScanBar or SW Code?
ScanBar ships an update every 2 months, and SW Code monthly. Most recently, ScanBar was updated on October 30, 2026 and SW Code on October 25, 2026.

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