Comparison

Bar vs Barcode Generator Barcode Guru

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

Head to head
About

Bar

Scan barcodes and QR codes to save, email, copy, or search for information online. Export scanned data and photos to your PC for use in other applications. Ideal for small businesses, libraries, or home organization.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes and QR codes
  • Save scanned codes for later
  • Email scanned codes
  • Copy/paste codes into other apps
  • Search scanned codes on the web
  • Export data and photos via iTunes file sharing
  • Integrate with web apps via URL scheme
Features
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-------------- What this app will do for me ? -------------- It will scan barcodes (read "other info" for list of formats supported) and send scanned codes by email, or save them for later use, or paste/copy codes into other apps, or search on the web. It will not check for prices. Also, with iTunes file sharing, you can export the list of scanned codes (and photo taken) to your PC (for use in Excel etc.) Great for small stores, library, and also at home ! ------------ Awards ------------ - over 4.000.000 download - TOP APP in his category in the italian store (may 2011) - TOP 25 APP in his category in many national stores - Suggested by iTunes -------------- How does this app works ? -------------- To start the scan, tap on the "START SCAN FROM" buttons (or shake te device), and the camera will start, ready to scan a code. Now make the camera look at a barcode. Please make sure your camera is correctly aligned with the barcode to scan (vertical or horizontal, not oblique). Please make sure that the code is well lighted and on focus (move the device to get well the code). When the barcode is detected, it will be surrounded by a green square and it will be decoded and written in the "SCANNED CODES" list. If you have problems to get the code scanned, when the camera is on, tap the info button to get help on how get a successful scan. With your codes scanned, you can save them for later use, or mail them, of search for them on the web, or paste into other apps (last scanned code is copied into the pasteboard), or copy them (and photo taken) to your PC for use in your apps with iTunes file sharing. Tap on "ACTIONS WITH SCANNED BARCODES" to select what you want to do with the scanned codes. You can also save the photos taken in your Camera Roll. ONLY FOR USERS THAT DID DISABLE THE ADS TAPPING ON "REMOVE ADS" BUTTON: Now you can use this app to scan barcodes with your web apps. If you have a web app that you need to input barcodes, you can start the app, scan barcode, and return barcode content, with just one http url ! Just use an url like this: bar-code://scan?callback=[callback url] (where "callback" is the url return url to your web app) Barcode content will be added at the end: ?barcode=[barcode content][&other parameters] So, for example, using this url: bar-code://scan?callback=http://www.mysite.com the callback url after barcode scan will be http://www.mysite.com?barcode=1234567890 if you need extra parameters, just add them to the callback url bar-code://scan?callback=http://www.mysite.com&user=roberto then the callback url after barcode scan will be http://www.mysite.com?barcode=1234567890&user=roberto You can test the app is working with this url: http://www.pw2.it/iapps/test-bar-code.php THIS WILL WORK ONLY FROM THE DEVICE WEB BROWSER ! -------------- Other info -------------- Supports EAN-8, UPC-E, ISBN-10, UPC-A, EAN-13, ISBN-13, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 39, QR Code, Code 128, Code 93, Farmacode, GS1 DataBar, GS1 DataBar Expanded, GS1 2-digit add-on, GS1 5-digit add-on, EAN/UPC composite formats, Codabar and DataBar. SCAN WORKS ONLY IF YOU HAVE A CAMERA Suggested devices: iPhone 3GS or greater (NO 3G OR OLD IPOD OR IPAD OR iPAD2, so please note that not all codes will be decoded easily on those devices). To dismiss the keyboard, tap anywhere on the background May contain ads. -------------- Please remember to check our new barcode scanner app with lot of new options and link to Mac PC ! https://itunes.apple.com/app/barcode-professional/id1075096265?mt=8 You can easily create QR-Codes with our new app "QR-Code creator" https://itunes.apple.com/app/qr-code-creator/id1197340445?l=it&ls=1&mt=8 --------------

About

Barcode Generator Barcode Guru

Easily generate and scan various barcode types with this all-in-one tool. Customize your barcodes with colors and text, manage your history, and quickly scan existing codes. It's a comprehensive solution for all your barcode needs.

Highlights
  • Generate all barcode types
  • Scan barcodes and QR codes
  • Customize barcode appearance
  • Manage generation history
  • Professional barcode templates
  • Search generated records
Features
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Looking to create professional Code-128, EAN-8, EAN-13, ITF, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code-39, Code-93, Code-11, Code-25, EAN-2, EAN-5, EAN-14, EAN-128, Code 93 Extended, Interleaved 2 of 5, Industrial 2 of 5, MS Plessey, PDF417, POSTNet, PLANet, DataMatrix, Aztec, Micro QR, GS1 DataBar, ISBN, ISSN, Codabar barcodes with easy steps? Seeking a Barcode Generator that also functions as a barcode scanner? Searching for a Barcode Generator that lets you create a barcode in your preferred style to attract more barcode scanners? In need of a Barcode Generator that simplifies managing your generated history? Then this Barcode generator and Barcode scanner is definitely what you want! Barcode Generator - Barcode Scanner, Barcode Reader is a must-have tool for generating Barcodes. With this Barcode generator app, you can easily create Barcode in Code-39, Code-128, EAN-8, EAN-13, ITF, UPC-A, Codabar, etc. Barcode Generator also provides a Barcode scanner that can quickly and accurately scan all barcodes and QR codes and offers sharing and web query functions. Don't miss out! Try our Barcode Generator & Barcode scanner today to create professional barcodes with ease. Features • All functions in one Barcode Generator, Barcode Scanner, and Barcode Reader • Support create Barcode in Code-128, EAN-8, EAN-13, ITF, UPC-A, Codabar etc. • Professional and easy to use Barcode scanner • Manage your Barcode generator history and Barcode scanner history • Customize Barcode with different colors and add text • Create Barcode with professional templates • Directly search the generated Barcode record you want to find • Provide professional barcode maker experience and is easy to use All in one Barcode Generator, Barcode Scanner, and Barcode Reader Barcode Generator - Barcode Maker, Barcode Scanner is an easy tool to create Barcode and scan Barcode in one app. You can create all types of barcode, scan barcode you already have and decorate them. Also a great QR code generator. You don’t need to have another app for the barcode. One app for all! Support All Kinds of Barcode This professional barcode generator supports all Barcode types: Code-128, EAN-8, EAN-13, ITF, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code-39, Code-93, Code-11, Code-25, EAN-2, EAN-5, EAN-14, EAN-128, Code 93 Extended, Interleaved 2 of 5, Industrial 2 of 5, MS Plessey, PDF417, POSTNet, PLANet, DataMatrix, Aztec, Micro QR, GS1 DataBar, ISBN, ISSN, Codabar, etc. From the pass data, Code 128 generator, UPC creator, QR Barcode generator are highly used and recommended by barcode generator users. Professional Barcode scanner and QR code scanner This barcode scanner provides a choice of scanning existing picture and live code • Barcode scanner- Scan barcodes quickly to obtain barcode information and provide sharing and web search functions. • QR Code scanner – instantly read any QR code with your camera Easily Manage History Barcode Generator & Barcode scanner helps you collect the history in a folder that will help you manage both generated and scanned history easily. No longer need to worry about not finding the record you are looking for. With this barcode generator & barcode scanner, you can search the record you saved. Highly Customizable Barcode Generator With Barcode Generator - Barcode Scanner, Barcode Reader you can customize Barcodes by changing colors, adding text, and using templates. With easy barcode create steps, you can make unique barcodes for your own and attract more barcode scanners. Various Templates The Barcode Generator & Barcode scanner provides many kinds of Barcode templates. With the well-designed Barcode templates, barcode making became simpler and easier. If you have any questions, please contact us: barcode.ios@guloolootech.com Terms of use: https://guloolootech.com/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://guloolootech.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Bar3 screens
Barcode Generator Barcode Guru4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Bar at none against Barcode Generator Barcode Guru's shown. Bar also leads on review sentiment (64% vs 31%). Barcode Generator Barcode Guru's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Bar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Barcode Generator Barcode Guru sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bar ships an update every 2 months, Barcode Generator Barcode Guru fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Bar versus Barcode Generator Barcode Guru: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarBarcode Generator Barcode Guru
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (430 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.0% of reviews — better30.8% of reviews
Number of ratings—430 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoberto SonzogniGulooloo Tech

Customer experience

Bar

Written reviews186 reviews
Positive64.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative31.7%

Barcode Generator Barcode Guru

All ratings430 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral2.6%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive30.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative69.2%

Bugs and requests

Bar

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Scan history list disappearing
  • Crashing when switching camera modes
  • Inability to scan certain barcode types

Requested features

3 requests
  • Direct link to open scanned URLs
  • Option to save scanned barcodes in folders
  • Ability to export data to spreadsheets

Barcode Generator Barcode Guru

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Bar

One-time1
  • Remove ads and enable web app mode$0.99
10 purchases

Barcode Generator Barcode Guru

Subscriptions7
  • One Month PRO$7.991 Month
  • One Month VIP$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription 80% OFF$12.991 Year
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  • Yearly Subscription 60%OFF$13.991 Year
  • One Year PRO$20.991 Year
  • Yearly Free Trial3 Days trial$25.991 Year
  • One Year PRO$64.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime subscription$27.99
  • Lifetime PRO$42.99
  • Lifetime VIP$59.99

Questions

Is Bar free?
Bar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode Generator Barcode Guru free?
Barcode Generator Barcode Guru is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bar or Barcode Generator Barcode Guru have ads?
Barcode Generator Barcode Guru shows ads; Bar does not.
Which is updated more often, Bar or Barcode Generator Barcode Guru?
Bar ships an update every 2 months, and Barcode Generator Barcode Guru fortnightly. Most recently, Bar was updated on September 29, 2026 and Barcode Generator Barcode Guru on October 10, 2026.

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