# Cloud vs Field Lightning Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: Field Lightning Scanner at 5.0 against Cloud's 2.6. Field Lightning Scanner also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Cloud's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cloud sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Field Lightning Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Field Lightning Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cloud has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Cloud ships an update every 2 months, Field Lightning Scanner every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cloud | Field Lightning Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-in-hand-mobile-grid/id373874857/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/field-lightning-scanner/id1582771220/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 28 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Serialio Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/333178140) | [SPAR Solutions, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1582771222) |

## What reviewers say

### Cloud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-in-hand-mobile-grid/id373874857)

Streamline mobile data collection with RFID, NFC, and barcode scanning. Easily send scanned data in various formats via email, FTP, or SQL to numerous applications.

**Highlights:** RFID/NFC/Barcode scanning, Data export via email, FTP, SQL, Multiple data formats (XLS, CSV, PDF), Supports numerous Bluetooth scanners, Keyboard simulation for data entry, Automatic keypad pop-up

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Grid-In-Hand MobileGrid full functionality | $29.99 | one-time |


### Field Lightning Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/field-lightning-scanner/id1582771220)

This application allows field service teams to efficiently scan large quantities of barcodes for various items like lab specimens and packages. It offers offline scanning capabilities and seamless integration with Salesforce for enhanced tracking and data management.

**Highlights:** High-volume barcode scanning, Offline scanning capability, Visual and haptic feedback, Capture additional user inputs, Salesforce integration, Field Service Lightning sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cloud free?

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

### Is Field Lightning Scanner free?

Field Lightning Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Cloud or Field Lightning Scanner?

Field Lightning Scanner is rated higher. Cloud averages 2.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Field Lightning Scanner averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Cloud or Field Lightning Scanner have ads?

Neither Cloud nor Field Lightning Scanner shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cloud or Field Lightning Scanner?

Cloud ships an update every 2 months, and Field Lightning Scanner every 5 weeks. Most recently, Cloud was updated on June 1, 2026 and Field Lightning Scanner on September 19, 2026.

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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.*