CalSearch vs DPM Scan Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CalSearch
This utility app enhances your iPhone or iPad's native calendar search. It allows you to find calendar entries from any date, going back further than the standard one-year limit. You can also customize the search period and select which calendars to include.
- Search calendar entries beyond one year
- Configurable search period
- Selectable calendars for search
- Works on iPhone and iPad
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The search function in the iPhone's / iPad's standard calendar app only searches for calendar entries up to a maximum of 1 year back. CalSearch fixes this and searches the various calendars of the iPhone for any search term, even more than 1 year back. The search period and the calendars to be searched are configurable. CalSearch is a free app with no ads or in-app purchases - we don't make any money with it. Please understand that we cannot offer any support as a result.
DPM Scan Pro
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Scanning app for robust and fast scanning of DPM (Direct Part Markings) DataMatrix and QR codes. Scanned results can be delivered directly to the web browser via API settings or to a message queue via MQTT. Features: - Scans Direct Part Markings (DPM) and Dot Pen Matrix codes robustly and reliably. Whether needle stamped, laser marked or additive direct marking from 3D printer. Works on metallic surfaces such as 1.4404 stainless steel or as well as plastics such as PA12. - Also scans many classic (black and white) 2D and 1D barcodes robustly and reliably - API connection to third party system via MQTT for wireless transmission/transfer of scanned codes. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us! - Triggered Scanning Mode: This option can be enabled in the settings. It ensures that scan results are only captured when the button is pressed. - Batch Scanning: Capture multiple scans quickly and efficiently in one session. - Bulk scanning (former batch scanning) to decode multiple codes at once - BT Scanning
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CalSearch at every 2 days against DPM Scan Pro's monthly. CalSearch also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CalSearch ships an update every 2 days, DPM Scan Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 25, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CalSearch | DPM Scan Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Patrick Fischer / Toni Fischer | Additive Marking GmbH |
In-app purchases
CalSearch
No in-app purchases
DPM Scan Pro
No in-app purchases
