Pass Scanner vs PDF Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pass Scanner
This utility app allows businesses to scan and display barcode data for passes. It can pass barcode contents to URLs, trigger dynamic passes, and test iBeacon triggers. The app also keeps a history of past scans for easy recall.
- Display barcode data in large text
- Pass barcode contents to URL
- Trigger dynamic passes from PassSource.com
- Set up iBeacon for testing
- History of past scans
- Build custom scanning solutions
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Pass Scanner is a utility for scanning passes. This is a great addition for any small business. Create a complete end-to-end Passbook solution! Features: Display barcode data in large text for a clerk or ticket agent. Pass the contents of a barcode to any URL and display the results. Use to trigger PassSource triggers with dynamic passes from PassSource.com. Set up an iBeacon to test beacon triggers and use to trigger nearby passes. Shows history of past scans for quick recall. Build a complete custom scanning solution for your clients. For questions, email support@kudit.com
PDF Reader
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PDF Reader-store is your essential app for managing and viewing all your important documents. Go beyond just PDFs! Our app offers robust support for opening and displaying PDFs, Excel spreadsheets, Word documents, and various image files, all in one convenient place. Whether you're reviewing a report, checking a spreadsheet, or viewing an image, PDF Reader-store provides a seamless and intuitive experience. Keep your files organized and accessible, ensuring you're always prepared. Download PDF Reader-store today and streamline your document viewing!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Pass Scanner at none against PDF Reader's shown. Pass Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 114 months) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 14.0). On price, 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.
Pass Scanner ships an update every 3 months, PDF Reader every 114 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pass Scanner | PDF Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 114 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.1 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kudit LLC | Ramalingam Sivaramakrishnan |
In-app purchases
Pass Scanner
No in-app purchases
PDF Reader
No in-app purchases
