Scan to Note vs GS1 Barcode Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scan to Note
This app scans various barcode types and lists the scanned values in a text file. The file can be saved, exported, and emailed directly from the application. It's ideal for inventory management, event attendance, and BYOD barcode scanning.
- Scans multiple barcode types
- Exports scanned data as text file
- Email scanned lists
- Supports QR, Aztec, EAN/UPC, Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, PDF417, Data Matrix
- BYOD barcode scanning
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Scan to Note is a basic barcode scanner. A great option for bring your own device (BYOD) barcode scanning and/or inventory. Use scanning for trade show or other attendance documentation. Values scanned will be listed in a text file that can be saved, exported and emailed from the app. Supports - QR Code - Aztec - EAN / UPC - Code 3 of 9 (Code39) (*10 to 15 characters max) - Code 128 (Code128) (*20 characters max) - Code 93 - PDF417 (Driver's license) - Data Matrix Need more features? Check out other apps from Berry Wing; Scan to Spreadsheet - send CSV and XML scanned lists Scan to Web - Scan barcodes into a web page with the camera scanner.
GS1 Barcode Scanner
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With the GS1 Barcode Scanner app, you can quickly and easily scan GS1 barcodes and decode the GS1 Application Identifiers they contain. GS1 Barcode Scanner also stores the scanned barcode in its local database, so you can view and restore GS1 barcodes whenever you need them. Scan GS1 Barcodes Symbols: gs1DataBar, gs1DataBarLimited, gs1DataBarExpanded, dataMatrix, qr, microQR, code128, code39, code93, code39Mod43, aztec, catBody, dogBody, ean13, ean8, upce, pdf417, microPDF417
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Scan to Note at Free against GS1 Barcode Scanner's $49.99. Scan to Note also leads on device support (3 vs 1). GS1 Barcode Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#139 vs unranked). On ads and iOS requirement 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
Scan to Note is free to download; GS1 Barcode Scanner costs $49.99 up front. Scan to Note sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GS1 Barcode Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.
Scan to Note ships an update every 4 months, GS1 Barcode Scanner every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scan to Note | GS1 Barcode Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $49.99 |
| Rating | 4.3 (15 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 15 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | — | #139 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Berry Wing LLC | Binariver LTD |
In-app purchases
Scan to Note
- No advertisements$0.99
GS1 Barcode Scanner
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Scan to Note free?
Is GS1 Barcode Scanner free?
Do Scan to Note or GS1 Barcode Scanner have ads?
Which is updated more often, Scan to Note or GS1 Barcode Scanner?
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