Comparison

Decodely vs Network Map

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

Head to head
About

Decodely

Quickly scan and decode various barcode and QR code formats using your device's camera. Simply point your camera at a code to instantly retrieve its information.

Highlights
  • Barcode decoding
  • QR code scanning
  • Camera integration
  • Supports EAN-13, UPC-A, Code 128, and more
  • Supports QR Code, Aztec, and PDF 417
Features
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--- Decodely lets you decode barcodes and QR codes in an instant. Just point your iPhone or iPad camera at any code, and bam — it's decoded. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Scan links, phone numbers, emails, Wi-Fi networks, and contact cards, then act on them with one tap — open the link, call, text, email, join the network, or add the contact straight to your address book. - Every scan is saved to your private History, right on your device, so you can find it again later. - Nothing to set up — just open the app and start scanning. SUPPORTED FORMATS QR & 2D Codes: - QR Code - Micro QR - Aztec - Data Matrix - PDF417 - Micro PDF417 Barcodes: - EAN-13 (includes UPC-A) - UPC-E - EAN-8 - Code 128 - Code 39 - Code 39 mod 43 - Code 93 - Interleaved 2 of 5 - ITF-14 - Codabar - GS1 DataBar - GS1 DataBar Expanded - GS1 DataBar Limited PRIVATE BY DESIGN Decodely works entirely on your device. No accounts, no ads, no tracking — your scans and your history never leave your phone. Just point your iPhone or iPad camera at any code, and bam — it's decoded. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Scan links, phone numbers, emails, Wi-Fi networks, and contact cards, then act on them with one tap — open the link, call, text, email, join the network, or add the contact straight to your address book. - Every scan is saved to your private History, right on your device, so you can find it again later. - Nothing to set up — just open the app and start scanning. SUPPORTED FORMATS QR & 2D Codes: - QR Code - Micro QR - Aztec - Data Matrix - PDF417 - Micro PDF417 Barcodes: - EAN-13 (includes UPC-A) - UPC-E - EAN-8 - Code 128 - Code 39 - Code 39 mod 43 - Code 93 - Interleaved 2 of 5 - ITF-14 - Codabar - GS1 DataBar - GS1 DataBar Expanded - GS1 DataBar Limited PRIVATE BY DESIGN Decodely works entirely on your device. No accounts, no ads, no tracking — your scans and your history never leave your phone. Works great on iPhone and iPad.

About

Network Map

Features
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Network Map provides fast, intuitive access to global electricity infrastructure. Built for energy professionals, it enables users to explore transmission lines, substations, renewable energy projects, and distribution networks across the National Electricity Market. Designed for planners, developers, analysts, and consultants, Network Map supports critical decisions with location-aware tools and spatial insights. Key Features: * National coverage of electricity networks * Detailed substation, transmission, and renewable asset data * Location-based tools for identifying nearby infrastructure * Optimized for fast access on mobile and tablet Supports project planning, investment analysis, and feasibility studies Network Map helps reduce time spent navigating static datasets by providing a single, integrated map-based platform. Whether in the office or in the field, access the infrastructure data you need, when you need it.

Screenshots

Decodely4 screens
Network Map1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Network Map at every 5 days against Decodely's every 10 months. Network Map also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Decodely ships an update every 10 months, Network Map every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Decodely versus Network Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDecodelyNetwork Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews31.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB2.8 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPulsely ConsultingRosetta Analytics

In-app purchases

None

Decodely

No in-app purchases

None

Network Map

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Decodely free?
Decodely is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Network Map free?
Network Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Decodely or Network Map have ads?
Neither Decodely nor Network Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Decodely or Network Map?
Decodely ships an update every 10 months, and Network Map every 5 days. Most recently, Decodely was updated on September 17, 2026 and Network Map on September 25, 2026.

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