Comparison

iScanBrowser vs VS Relay

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

Head to head
About

iScanBrowser

This browser streamlines data entry into web apps and pages by automatically posting scanned barcodes and NFC data directly into fields. It eliminates manual tapping and reduces errors, supporting a wide range of scanning devices and legacy hardware.

Highlights
  • WebForm Rules (WFR) technology
  • Automatic data posting to web fields
  • Supports Barcode & NFC readers
  • Kiosk mode for full-screen display
  • Legacy RS-232 hardware support
  • Read/write NDEF data
  • HID card compatibility
Features
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iScanBrowser is the world's only customizable web browser to utilize WebForm Rules (WFR) technology to make scanning with Barcode & NFC Readers into Web Apps and Web Pages easy. Eliminate tap-to-focus user errors. With devices that connect to iOS in Keyboard mode, you must tap into a field and then scan. Manually tapping into each input field slows the user down and increases the likelihood of errors. iScanBrowser eliminates user errors with WFR technology. iScanBrowser is your Solution. By using WebForm Rules (WFR) technology, iScanBrowser allows the user to post data into virtually any field on any web page, including your custom made web application, no tapping required*! Simply set up the rules to target the desired target location for data, connect the scanning device, and capture– swipe the card, scan the barcode or RFID tag - the data is instantly posted to the designated field, every time. iScanBrowser also supports BlueSnap M6A wireless RS-232 dongles to enable legacy RS-232 hardware such as NFC/RFID & barcode readers, scales, calipers & sensors to work with your custom web app. iScanBrowser also features a full-screen Kiosk mode to maximize visibility, and has the ability to keep users on task by hiding browser controls, preventing unwanted URL entries. Read & write NDEF data using idChamp RS4. Open browser page to any URL stored on the RFID-NFC tag in NDEF format. Read HID Corporate 1000 cards, Elite, iClass Seos, Prox, ioProx, Indalia, Casi-Rusco, AWID, EM4x00, NTAG, MIFARE Ultralight, and many more. Use NFC & BLE credentials using idChamp RS4. Measure distance with Leica Disto E7100i, E7500i, etc. and post Keyboard simulation post measurements to all apps that accept keystrokes. Use measurement rounding feature for simplified use e.g. round to nearest fraction of foot, meter, inch. iScanBrowser supports more brands of barcode and RFID readers than any product of its kind, including Scanfob® brand UHF, NFC, Barcode, idChamp® NF4x, RS3x, and many others, as well as numerous Bluetooth Smart (aka BLE), and MFi (Made for iOS) Bluetooth devices including Socket CHS family, Allflex RS420, Koamtac KDC Family, TSL UHF family, Tertium Blueberry family, CAEN qID family. Use RFID Web Wedge feature to capture UHF-RFID batch tags and post them to webpages instantly Ask about support for PosiTector 6000 surface coating measurement probe option. Other iScanBrowser Features: • Scans both Active & Passive RFID tags • Web Wedge feature posts batch RFID tags to webpages • Filter or ignore duplicate scans/reads • Inline audio/video files on web pages when server supports them • Allows printing of your browser pages using AirPrint. • Web-Form-Rules Wizard for easy setup to post scans to any field on any webpage • Use iScanBrowser on MacOS with Apple CPUs like M1, M2, etc. *Specialized settings may be required, and a may have a setup fee.

About

VS Relay

This app optimizes waste collection routes and provides real-time updates on container status. It helps teams efficiently manage trash pickup, report damages, and track collection progress, transforming waste management into a data-driven system.

Highlights
  • Real-time container fill level monitoring
  • Turn-by-turn navigation to containers
  • Team member notifications for collection
  • Damage and relocation reporting
  • Interactive list of containers needing emptying
  • Customizable alert triggers
Features
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Optimize your trash collection with Relay. Best used in conjunction with Relay sensors on your outdoor waste containers, this app lets you know when a trash can needs to be emptied, and can provide turn-by-turn routing to navigate you to it. You can notify your team members that a container was collected, submit reports if you notice a trash can was damaged or relocated, and receive an interactive list of every container that needs to be emptied at any given time. Join Pittsburgh, Denver, and cities all over the country that are using Relay to transform their trash collection process into an efficient system—one driven by data and not by the status quo. Highlights: · Efficient resource allocation saves an estimated 70-90% in collection expenses · Optimization of collection fleet reduces fuel waste, traffic congestion, and environmental impact · Monitoring of containers provides holistic view of an area’s trash and recycling status and helps increase landfill diversion rates · Improved waste collection system enhances environment livability and community satisfaction · Customizable alert triggers and push notifications can provide real-time information on fill level spikes, overflows, rodent activity, and more Visit victorstanley.com/relay for more information

Screenshots

iScanBrowser4 screens
VS Relay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VS Relay at none against iScanBrowser's 14. iScanBrowser's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On price, ads, 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. iScanBrowser sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. VS Relay asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iScanBrowser ships an update every 2 months, VS Relay every 6 months. Both last shipped on October 4, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iScanBrowser versus VS Relay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriScanBrowserVS Relay
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB63 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSerialio Ltd.Bryan Slaughenhoupt

Customer experience

iScanBrowser

Written reviews10 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

VS Relay

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

14 purchases

iScanBrowser

One-time14
  • Remove popup on new data for DISTO$19.99
  • Built-in NFC reading$19.99
  • NumberPad Limits$19.99
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  • Perform user JScript on scan$19.99
  • Floating Command Trigger$19.99
  • PIN for Settings view$19.99
  • Print Options Header/Footer$19.99
  • Main Functions$29.99
  • Batch scans upload$29.99
  • Enhanced Account Manager$29.99
  • runAppOnMacOS$49.99
  • Blank Screen on Motion Feature$49.99
  • S3 Scale Head$59.99
  • Built-in NFC writing$199.00
None

VS Relay

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iScanBrowser free?
iScanBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VS Relay free?
VS Relay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iScanBrowser or VS Relay have ads?
Neither iScanBrowser nor VS Relay shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iScanBrowser or VS Relay?
iScanBrowser ships an update every 2 months, and VS Relay every 6 months. Most recently, iScanBrowser was updated on October 4, 2026 and VS Relay on October 4, 2026.

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