# Scan to Note vs OptiConnect

The clearest difference is rating: OptiConnect at 5.0 against Scan to Note's 4.3. OptiConnect also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). Scan to Note's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan to Note sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. OptiConnect asks for nothing beyond the download.

OptiConnect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan to Note has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scan to Note ships an update every 4 months, OptiConnect every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and August 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan to Note | OptiConnect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-to-note/id602515377/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opticonnect/id6477462292/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 68.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Berry Wing LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/307918074) | [Opticon Development](https://appshunter.io/developer/1729385246) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan to Note

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-to-note/id602515377)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No advertisements | $0.99 | one-time |


### OptiConnect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opticonnect/id6477462292)

Manage and connect your Bluetooth Low Energy barcode scanners directly from your smartphone. Streamline workflows for business owners, retail professionals, and warehouse managers with comprehensive scanning features.

**Highlights:** Connect BLE barcode scanners, Manage OPN-6000, OPN-2500, OPN-2006, PX-20, RS-3000, Streamline business workflows, Enhance barcode scanning experience, Smartphone integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan to Note free?

Scan to Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is OptiConnect free?

OptiConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Scan to Note or OptiConnect?

OptiConnect is rated higher. Scan to Note averages 4.3 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while OptiConnect averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Scan to Note or OptiConnect have ads?

Neither Scan to Note nor OptiConnect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scan to Note or OptiConnect?

Scan to Note ships an update every 4 months, and OptiConnect every 3 weeks. Most recently, Scan to Note was updated on June 9, 2026 and OptiConnect on August 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*