# ScanBar vs Barcode Maker

The clearest difference is ads: ScanBar at none against Barcode Maker's shown. ScanBar also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Barcode Maker's advantage is ratings volume (20 vs 3) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScanBar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Barcode Maker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScanBar holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode Maker has 20 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScanBar | Barcode Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanbar-qr-and-barcode-scanner/id1615290880/reviews)** | [4.5 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-maker-generator/id6736827079/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **20** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Raphael Monteiro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538464571) | [Andy Sutanto](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659282966) |

## What reviewers say

### ScanBar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanbar-qr-and-barcode-scanner/id1615290880)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BarScan Scanner Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


### Barcode Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-maker-generator/id6736827079)

Easily generate a wide variety of barcodes for personal or professional use. Save, export, and share your creations, with a history to revisit past barcodes. Offers premium features for enhanced functionality.

**Highlights:** Multiple barcode types supported, Save barcodes as images, Export and share barcodes, Barcode history, Intuitive interface, Premium features upgrade

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Barcode Generator 1W | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Barcode Creator Pro - 1Y | $14.99 | per year |
| Offering | $19.99 | one-time |
| Generate Barcode Pro | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScanBar free?

ScanBar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Barcode Maker free?

Barcode Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ScanBar or Barcode Maker?

ScanBar is rated higher. ScanBar averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Barcode Maker averages 4.5 from 20 ratings.

### Do ScanBar or Barcode Maker have ads?

Barcode Maker shows ads; ScanBar does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*