Comparison

TAM Inventory Count vs Inventory Control with Scanner

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

Head to head
About

TAM Inventory Count

Streamline physical inventory counts using your mobile device. Scan various barcodes, manage multiple count sheets, and export data for seamless integration with inventory management systems. Supports camera scanning or external Bluetooth scanners.

Highlights
  • Mobile inventory physical counts
  • Barcode scanning (SKU, UPC)
  • Multiple count sheets
  • Data review and editing
  • Export for import into TAM Office
  • Camera and Bluetooth scanner support
Features
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Perform inventory physical counts with your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad and then import the count into The Assistant Manager™ (TAM ) or your current inventory application. Scan and cross reference many barcodes including SKU Number and multiple manufacturer UPCs. Have multiple count sheets in process, review and edit count data before sharing for import into TAM Office. This software is compliant with all versions of TAM. For TAM V11 users, a standard file definition is available for seamless integration into TAM Office. Perform counts using the camera on your phone to scan barcodes or for better performance use the recommended Socket Bluetooth Scanner Series 7. Both 1D and 2D format scanners are supported with TAM. Important! TAM Users must have HandHeldLink option licensed to perform the import of the resulting file.

About

Inventory Control with Scanner

Organize and track your inventory with a powerful barcode scanner. Quickly add, update, and manage item details, stock levels, and prices. Generate and print custom barcode labels for your products. Supports offline use and data syncing across devices with a subscription.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning for items
  • Manual item entry
  • Customizable categories and storage
  • Barcode label generation
  • Offline mode
  • Data syncing across devices
  • Customizable reports
Features
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Inventory Control with Scanner is an inventory management, stock tracking, and barcode scanner app for professionals, small businesses, and personal inventory workflows. Track products, equipment, supplies, stock levels, prices, and item information from iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Scan barcodes to find items quickly, add inventory, adjust stock, and keep recently scanned products ready for follow-up. INVENTORY MANAGEMENT • Add, search, update, and organize inventory items. • Track stock, product information, and prices. • Add items manually or with the built-in barcode scanner. • Attach product images and organize categories, storage areas, suppliers, merchants, and currencies. BARCODE SCANNER • Scan barcodes to find, add, open, or adjust stock items. • Keep recently scanned items available while you continue scanning. • Use the built-in camera scanner or compatible Bluetooth barcode scanners. BARCODE & LABEL GENERATION • Create and print barcode labels for products and inventory. • Print on standard A4, US Letter, and roll formats. • Supports EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, QR, and QR Mini. PRO FEATURES • Sign in with Apple. • Work offline without requiring Wi-Fi or a data connection. • Sync data between your devices with an eligible subscription. REPORTS & CUSTOMIZATION • Create, print, email, and share professional PDF reports. • Import and export CSV files. • Add custom attributes and personalize reports for your workflow. STARKODE PRO Part of the Starkode Pro series for professionals working across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Need help? Contact support@starkode.com. SUBSCRIPTION Starkode membership is month-to-month with no long-term contracts or cancellation fees. Cancel anytime from your device. Privacy Policy: https://starkode.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://starkode.com/terms/

Screenshots

TAM Inventory Count4 screens
Inventory Control with Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Inventory Control with Scanner at Free against TAM Inventory Count's $0.99. Inventory Control with Scanner also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (609 vs 3). TAM Inventory Count's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and chart position (#181 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads 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

Inventory Control with Scanner is free to download; TAM Inventory Count costs $0.99 up front. Inventory Control with Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. TAM Inventory Count asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Inventory Control with Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Inventory Control with Scanner has 609 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of TAM Inventory Count's written reviews are positive against 46% of Inventory Control with Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TAM Inventory Count ships an update every 5 weeks, Inventory Control with Scanner every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 28, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
TAM Inventory Count versus Inventory Control with Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTAM Inventory CountInventory Control with Scanner
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating2.0 (3 ratings)4.4 (609 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews46.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3609 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#181 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTAM Software, Inc. dba TAM IntelliwareStarkode Limited Company

Customer experience

TAM Inventory Count

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Inventory Control with Scanner

All ratings609 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral4.9%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews328 reviews
Positive46.3%
Neutral13.4%
Negative40.2%

Bugs and requests

TAM Inventory Count

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Inventory Control with Scanner

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Entire app disappeared and backup failed
  • Inventory data disappeared after updates
  • Duplicating entries
  • Crashing, freezing, or not working after updates
  • Camera not functioning
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  • Unable to enter or update stock levels
  • Sync issues between devices
  • Incorrect date/time on transactions

Requested features

17 requests
  • Order lists by sku or serial number, not just alphabetically
  • Generate serial numbers
  • Connect to a broader variety of printers
  • Delete all for items
  • Ability to upload a csv file that replaces current stock items
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  • Reset inventory to zero to do full count
  • Use third party bar scanner with app
  • Option to add serial numbers for products with color variations
  • Ability to move products between 2 warehouses
  • Generate reports of sales by day or monthly
  • Ability to share inventory with other users
  • Import data from Excel or other sources
  • Ability to calculate average consumption of products in stock
  • Search by barcode or QR code
  • Automatic deduction of stock when scanning items out
  • Ability to set taxes and see taxable/non-taxable totals
  • Show total profit

In-app purchases

None

TAM Inventory Count

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Inventory Control with Scanner

Subscriptions3
  • Inventory Management Premium Access3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Premium Suite7 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • Inventory Tracker Suite Annual$99.991 Year

Questions

Is TAM Inventory Count free?
TAM Inventory Count costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Inventory Control with Scanner free?
Inventory Control with Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TAM Inventory Count or Inventory Control with Scanner?
Inventory Control with Scanner is rated higher. TAM Inventory Count averages 2.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Inventory Control with Scanner averages 4.4 from 609 ratings.
Do TAM Inventory Count or Inventory Control with Scanner have ads?
Neither TAM Inventory Count nor Inventory Control with Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TAM Inventory Count or Inventory Control with Scanner?
TAM Inventory Count ships an update every 5 weeks, and Inventory Control with Scanner every 3 weeks. Most recently, TAM Inventory Count was updated on June 28, 2026 and Inventory Control with Scanner on September 22, 2026.

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