Idencia vs Zebra Scanner Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Idencia
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Idencia is a powerful, yet simple-to-use, Quality Control data collection system for the Manufacturing Industry that works in the Cloud. Using the Idencia Management Portal web application, QC Managers define the data collection processes. Production workers then use the Idencia mobile application running on any iOS device to collect the information following the simple step-by-step process. As the information is entered into Idencia it is instantly saved and available for viewing and reporting by any computer with a web browser. The ease of use storing the information is just the beginning. Idencia's reporting portal gives you many ways to see your QC and production information. See an overall view of your production status or display a detailed report of any item. The information is at your fingertips and the reporting options are endless! Our consulting services will provide you with customized reports geared toward your specific needs. Idencia comes in 2 editions: Standard, and Professional. Idencia Standard Edition is perfect for getting started in automated data collection. It provides a full set of features for collecting and using QC information without paper. Combining Idencia Professional Editions with our patented RFID tags extends the benefits by providing features for Inventory, Yarding, and Shipping management.
Zebra Scanner Control
Connect and manage Zebra cordless scanners with your iPhone or iPad. Control scanner settings, view scanned data, and access asset information remotely via Bluetooth.
- Connect and control scanners via Bluetooth
- Display scanned barcode data
- Control LED and beeper
- Configure scanner settings
- Query scanner asset information
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The Zebra Scanner Control app enables Zebra cordless scanners to be connected and controlled by a iPhone/iPad after Bluetooth pairing. Supported Functionality 1. Display scanned bar code data 2. From a iPhone/iPad control the LED, beeper and bar code scanner 3. From a iPhone/iPad perform device configuration such as enable/disable Symbologies 4. From a iPhone/iPad query and display scanner asset information The source code for this app is available within the Zebra Scanner SDK for iOS. https://www.zebra.com/us/en/support-downloads/software/developer-tools/scanner-sdk-for-iOS.html For access to all Zebra’s scanner software tools, go to www.zebra.com/scannersoftware.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Idencia at every 5 weeks against Zebra Scanner Control's every 6 months. Idencia also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Idencia ships an update every 5 weeks, Zebra Scanner Control every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Idencia | Zebra Scanner Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 141 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Idencia, Inc. | Zebra Technologies Corporation |
In-app purchases
Idencia
No in-app purchases
Zebra Scanner Control
No in-app purchases
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