Comparison

CodeREADr vs Barcode Generator

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

Head to head
About

CodeREADr

This app provides enterprise-grade barcode scanning and data capture for businesses. It allows for the collection, validation, and tracking of data through various input methods, including forms, photos, and signatures, integrating with paid web services for comprehensive management.

Highlights
  • Fast barcode scanning with device camera
  • Data capture with form fields and signatures
  • Real-time recording and validation
  • Offline scanning with auto-sync
  • Support for multiple barcode types
  • Customizable scanning modes and rules
Features
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CodeREADr is an enterprise-grade barcode scanner and data capture app used by businesses and integrated by developers for capturing, validating and tracking data (AIDC). Use the app in conjunction with our paid web services to scan barcodes, read NFC, and capture text (OCR). You can collect data with form fields, secondary scans, multiple choice answers, drop-down menus, photos, GPS locations, and signatures. You can record and validate the data embedded in each scanned barcode and know who scanned (app usernames), what they scanned (i.e. barcodes, RFID/NFC, OCR), when they scanned (timestamps), where they scanned (GPS), how they scanned (capture type), and why they scanned (your configured workflow). To try the app, simply register within the app or at CodeREADr.com to use our Free Plan (limited to 50 scans per month). Ideal for ticket validation, access control, inventory, asset tracking, logistics, attendance, security patrols, lead retrieval, coupon/voucher/loyalty programs, retail price audits, scan-to-order services, and more. The app uses the devices built-in camera but you can optionally use rugged, dedicated scanning devices and accessories with standard keyboard emulation. Features: * Fast, accurate scanning of print and mobile barcodes using the device's own camera. * Secure, real-time recording and validation of every scan. * Manage users, databases, services, and more with the integrated SaaS web service. * Scan offline for recording and validation with Auto-Sync in the background. * Simply hover the camera over the target barcode to read it. * Scan up to 50 commercial, industrial and medical barcode types. * SD PRO Scan Modes: Batch (captures up to 100 barcodes in a single camera view), Framing (select decoding window), Targeting (targets one code among many), Selecting (preview multiple codes and select), and Triggering (simulates pressing a button or trigger to scan a specific barcode). * SD PRO Rule-Based Scanning: Create rules to scan only the barcode(s) you want to capture in the camera view. * Auto-Next-Scan for continuous, repetitive scanning (no need to press any buttons). * Kiosk Mode for unattended applications and to hide in-app settings. * Developer API, Postback URL and Direct Scan to URL for using your own servers. * Scan Mask technology (Pattern Matching) if no database is available. * Import databases. Export barcodes. * Custom question-answer scripts for form data. * Conditional and custom validations of scanned and collected data. * White Label version available to rebrand the app. * Single Sign-On (SSO) SAML 2.0 supported. Questions? Feedback? Email: info@codereadr.com

About

Barcode Generator

Easily generate a wide variety of barcodes with this tool. It supports batch creation and allows for customization of barcode parameters. Offers an ad-free experience with a VIP subscription.

Highlights
  • 23 barcode styles supported
  • Batch barcode generation
  • Customizable barcode parameters
  • Ad-free VIP option
  • Supports large-scale production
Features
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Barcode Generator is an efficient and convenient tool for creating barcodes. It supports batch generation, features a simple operation, and can meet users' needs for large-scale and rapid barcode production. I. Barcode Types Barcode Generator supports 23 barcode types. 1. Codabar 2. Code 11 3. Code 128 4. Code 39 5. Code 39 Full ASCII 6. Code 39 Full ASCII mod 43 7. Code 39 mod 43 8. Code 93 Full ASCII 9. EAN-13 10. EAN-2 Supplement 11. EAN-5 Supplement 12. EAN-8 13. Facing Identification Mark 14. ISBN10 and ISBN13 15. ISMN 16. ISSN 17. Interleaved 2 of 5 (Code 25) 18. MSI (Modified Plessey) 19. POSTNET 20. Pharmacode One Track 21. Standard/Industrial 2 of 5 22. UPC-A 23. UPC-E II. Batch Generator Barcode Generator supports batch generation of barcodes, achieving efficient and fast barcode production, and meeting the large-scale and diverse barcode needs of users. III. Barcode Parameters Barcode Generator supports modifying parameters to customize personalized barcodes. 1. Display Caption 2. Display Check Digits 3. Fill Quiet Zones ► Contact Us * Email: ceo@noadit.com

Screenshots

CodeREADr4 screens
Barcode Generator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeREADr at none against Barcode Generator's 3. CodeREADr also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (20 vs 5). Barcode Generator's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 70%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). 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. Barcode Generator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CodeREADr asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Barcode Generator holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of CodeREADr's written reviews are positive against 100% of Barcode Generator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CodeREADr ships an update every 3 months, Barcode Generator every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
CodeREADr versus Barcode Generator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeREADrBarcode Generator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (20 ratings)4.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings20 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCodeREADr IncNoadit, Inc.

Customer experience

CodeREADr

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive69.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.4%

Barcode Generator

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

CodeREADr

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Barcode Generator

Subscriptions1
  • VIP3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time2
  • Bubble Tea$0.99
  • Coffee$4.99

Questions

Is CodeREADr free?
CodeREADr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Barcode Generator free?
Barcode Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CodeREADr or Barcode Generator?
Barcode Generator is rated higher. CodeREADr averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Barcode Generator averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do CodeREADr or Barcode Generator have ads?
Neither CodeREADr nor Barcode Generator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CodeREADr or Barcode Generator?
CodeREADr ships an update every 3 months, and Barcode Generator every 7 months. Most recently, CodeREADr was updated on September 30, 2026 and Barcode Generator on October 3, 2026.

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