Comparison

CodeREADr vs ScanByte

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

ScanByte

Features
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ScanByte is a practical QR code and barcode scanner for everyday use. Scan common codes, view useful results, look up available product or book information, keep useful results in local history, and create codes when you need them. SCAN AND ACT Scan QR codes and supported barcodes, then use the result for common actions such as opening links, viewing text, connecting to Wi-Fi, or working with contact and message information. PRODUCT AND BOOK LOOKUP For supported product barcodes and ISBNs, ScanByte can request available product or book details from online data sources. Coverage depends on the code and available external information. LOCAL HISTORY AND FAVORITES Reopen useful scan results without scanning again. Your in-app history and favorites are stored locally on your device. CREATE QR CODES AND BARCODES Create QR codes for websites, Wi-Fi, text, contacts and messages. Generate supported barcode formats, then save or share the result. SIMPLE BY DESIGN No account is required and there are no ads. Language, appearance, privacy information and support are available from Settings. Some lookup features require an internet connection and depend on third-party data availability.

Screenshots

CodeREADr4 screens
ScanByte4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeREADr at none against ScanByte's 2. CodeREADr also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). ScanByte's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). 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. ScanByte sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. CodeREADr asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CodeREADr ships an update every 3 months, ScanByte fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 29, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CodeREADr versus ScanByte: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeREADrScanByte
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews69.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCodeREADr Inc艳青 林

In-app purchases

None

CodeREADr

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ScanByte

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$2.991 Month

Questions

Is CodeREADr free?
CodeREADr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ScanByte free?
ScanByte is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CodeREADr or ScanByte have ads?
Neither CodeREADr nor ScanByte shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CodeREADr or ScanByte?
CodeREADr ships an update every 3 months, and ScanByte fortnightly. Most recently, CodeREADr was updated on August 29, 2026 and ScanByte on September 25, 2026.

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