# Scandit SDK Showcase vs Database Scanner

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scandit SDK Showcase at 74% against Database Scanner's 0%. Scandit SDK Showcase also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.6) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Database Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Database Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Scandit SDK Showcase asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scandit SDK Showcase holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scandit SDK Showcase has 238 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Scandit SDK Showcase's written reviews are positive against 0% of Database Scanner's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scandit SDK Showcase | Database Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scandit-sdk-showcase/id453880584/reviews)** | [3.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/database-scanner/id1049738014/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **238** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **74.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **7.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Scandit AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/393740902) | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) |

## What reviewers say

### Scandit SDK Showcase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scandit-sdk-showcase/id453880584)

Evaluate smart data capture capabilities with this app, featuring high-performance barcode and secure ID scanning. Test multiple features without coding, including batch scanning and AR overlays.

**Highlights:** High-performance barcode reader, Fast, accurate ID scanning, Pre-built scanning UI, Batch scan multiple codes, Augmented reality overlays, Scan multiple barcodes on one label

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and accurate scanning
- 👍 Supports wide variety of barcodes
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases
- 💡 Useful for various applications (retail, industrial, etc.)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes or malfunctions on some devices/OS versions
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around data collection
- 👎 Missing features like export/copy options

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on iOS 12.5.5 and older
- Fails to read certain barcode types (e.g. Royal Mail 4 State)
- Truncates or misreads longer barcode data

**Requested features**

- Add ability to scan from photo library
- Provide more detailed barcode information
- Implement export/copy functionality for scanned data
- Add customization options (e.g. default scan mode)


### Database Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/database-scanner/id1049738014)

Scan barcodes, QR codes, and even text using OCR, then send the data directly to your online database. Configure server details easily and export your scans as a CSV file. Supports custom URL launching for seamless integration.

**Highlights:** Scan barcodes and QR codes, Scan numbers with OCR, Send scans to online database, Configure server details, Export scans as CSV

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scandit SDK Showcase free?

Scandit SDK Showcase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Database Scanner free?

Database Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scandit SDK Showcase or Database Scanner?

Scandit SDK Showcase is rated higher. Scandit SDK Showcase averages 4.3 out of 5 from 238 ratings, while Database Scanner averages 3.6 from 12 ratings.

### Do Scandit SDK Showcase or Database Scanner have ads?

Neither Scandit SDK Showcase nor Database Scanner shows ads.

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