Comparison

CodeREADr vs iLocAlert

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

iLocAlert

Never forget important tasks with location-based reminders. Set up custom alerts that trigger when you enter or leave specific areas, ensuring you receive timely notifications for errands, meetings, and more.

Highlights
  • Location-based reminders
  • Configurable perimeter crossing
  • Customizable alert tones
  • Alert history log
  • Time slot scheduling
  • Automatic deactivation
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Welcome to iLocAlert - based on your emplacement, this app saves you from forgetfulness by sending you notifications you've previously configured! Features: 1. Location-based reminders: choose the locations you'd like to make sure you don't forget any information associated with them. For each defined alert, the notification can be triggered when the perimeter is crossed, which is configurable. In addition, the direction of crossing (approaching and/or moving away (distance: not available in the 'Lite' version) from the chosen location) can be configured. 2. Intuitive interface: Our elegant, user-friendly interface makes alert configuration a snap. With just a few keystrokes, you can effortlessly create, modify, delete and manage your list of alerts (2 alerts in the 'Lite' version). 3. Customized alerts : Tailor alerts to your preferences. Receive reminders for to-do lists, errands, meetings or any other essential task you need to remember. You can also personalize alerts with your choice of tones (not available in the 'Lite' version). 4. History (not available in 'Lite' version): The application keeps an up-to-date history of all alerts triggered. This history can be communicated by e-mail, message or other means. 5. Time slot (not available in 'Lite' version): An alert can be configured to send a notification only if it is triggered within a configurable time slot. 6. Automatic deactivation (not available in the 'Lite' version): You can configure that when an alert is triggered, it is immediately deactivated. Why iLocAlert? Life can be hectic, but with iLocAlert you can effortlessly stay organized and seize every moment. Whether it's reminding you of your shopping lists, sending important e-mails or completing your tasks on time, our application is there for you. iLocAlert is your faithful companion, giving you peace of mind and improving your productivity! Download iLocAlert now and discover the full potential of personalized location-based alerts.

Screenshots

CodeREADr4 screens
iLocAlert4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CodeREADr at Free against iLocAlert's $1.99. CodeREADr also leads on ratings volume (20 vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). iLocAlert's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 70%) and update cadence (daily vs every 3 months). On rating, ads and in-app purchases 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

CodeREADr is free to download; iLocAlert costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for CodeREADr against 4.5 for iLocAlert. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CodeREADr has 20 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of CodeREADr's written reviews are positive against 100% of iLocAlert's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CodeREADr ships an update every 3 months, iLocAlert daily. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
CodeREADr versus iLocAlert: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeREADriLocAlert
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.5 (20 ratings)4.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews69.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings20 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCodeREADr IncYann Crausaz

Customer experience

CodeREADr

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

iLocAlert

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

CodeREADr

No in-app purchases

None

iLocAlert

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CodeREADr free?
CodeREADr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iLocAlert free?
iLocAlert costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CodeREADr or iLocAlert?
CodeREADr and iLocAlert are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 20 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do CodeREADr or iLocAlert have ads?
Neither CodeREADr nor iLocAlert shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CodeREADr or iLocAlert?
CodeREADr ships an update every 3 months, and iLocAlert daily. Most recently, CodeREADr was updated on September 30, 2026 and iLocAlert on June 4, 2026.

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