Comparison

Barcode Scan to Web vs Barcode Lite

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Scan to Web

This app allows users to scan barcodes directly into web forms and websites, eliminating manual data entry. It supports various barcode types and integrates with tools like Google Drive Forms. Features include voice-to-text and automatic cursor movement for hands-free operation.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes into web forms
  • Voice to text input
  • Automatic cursor movement
  • Duplicate scan check
  • Javascript integration for developers
  • Supports multiple barcode symbologies
Features
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Thousands of business like yours are using Scan to Web to scan barcode information into websites and fill out web forms hands free! Stop manual updates and start using Barcode Scan to Web. BEDS Plus use this app to save them time on their inventory. They saved so much time that they are starting a community garden. They gave our app and our app support five stars! “It’s been working great. Someone called the other day and suggested we do a drive for toothbrushes. I can check in my office in real time and I immediately know that we have over 700. That saves me the drive to get to the building, and now we know we can focus on other things.” –Molek, Volunteer Coordinator, BEDs Plus Scan barcodes into: - Google Drive Forms (Google Sheets) - Your own intranet website - Any website Features: • Speak to web - Voice to text in your forms! • Tab to next - Cursor moves to next field after scan. • Duplicate scan check - to ensure reliable information. • Javascript after scan - For web developers who want complete control after scan. Scan to Web provides the iOS device user with a basic web browser and the ability to scan into web fields on web pages the user has browsed to. No external hardware is needed. Scan to Web uses the camera scanner in your iOS device to scan barcodes so it’s a great option for bring your own device (BYOD). Use your own website for scanning inventory, check in/out sheets, attendance; any number of business related problems can be solved with Scan to Web. Open any web page or search engine and scan any barcode instead of typing. +17 required as this is a fully functional web browser. To scan into a web page: - Scan to place barcode result wherever cursor is on the web page. - If text field is not active, scan result will be entered in first text field available - If Submit on Scan setting is ON, the web page will “Submit” after the scan result Settings: - Scan Suffix: Submit on Scan or Do nothing. Determines what the web site will do after a scan - Home page: URL of the home page in the app - Hide address bar: Hides or displays the address bar when the app starts. Use [ Show/Hide ] Subscription Model: The app is free to download and test out, but after a number of scans, the app will ask you to subscribe. We are continually supporting and upgrading Scan to Web. Please let us know what options and updates you’d like to see. Barcode symbology supported: - 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 Please note: Long values or multiple close Code 3 of 9 barcodes can become out of focus in the camera scanner and result in poor barcode scanning performance. Download "Scan to Note" for free from Berry Wing LLC to test the barcode scanner used in Scan to Web. * LEGAL and In- App subscription requirements Unlimited use subscription; yearly or monthly billing cycles. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions will automatically renew, unless auto-renew is turned off no later than 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions and auto-renewal can be managed/turned off in the iTunes account settings. Any unused portion of the free trial period is forfeited as soon as a subscription is purchased. Privacy Policy https://berrywing.com/scantoweb/v5/legal/ScantoWebPrivacyPolicy.html Terms of Use https://berrywing.com/scantoweb/v5/legal/termsfeed-terms-conditions-html-english.html

About

Barcode Lite

This app integrates barcode scanning directly into web pages, allowing businesses to easily retrieve product information or stock data. It supports a wide range of barcode types and can send scanned data to specific fields or trigger JavaScript functions on a web page.

Highlights
  • Direct barcode scanning to web pages
  • Supports numerous barcode formats
  • Data retrieval for product info and stock
  • Trigger JavaScript functions
  • Manual barcode data entry
  • Scan history list
Features
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Mocha Barcode is a standard web browser with barcode support. It makes it easy to build web applications for company use. Scan barcodes direct to your web page, and request the company server to return data online, such as product information and goods in stock. Scan barcodes with the iPhone/iPad camera direct to your Web application. No need for special designed Apps. Any app or web page can easily request Mocha Barcode to read a barcode and return the data. This Lite version includes an extra dialog after 5 scans. - Supports EAN-13 ,UPC-A,EAN-8, UPC-E,Code 39,Code 39 mod 43 codes,Code 93,Code 128,PDF417 codes, QR codes,Aztec codes,Interleaved 2 of 5 codes ,ITF14 codes, DataMatrix codes. - Can return data to a field. - Supports SocketMobile S700 and Series 7 hardware scanners. - Can handle many fields on a single web page. - Can call a Javascript function on the Web page after a scan. - Has keypad for manual barcode data typing. - History list with the last 20 scans. - Can remove first and/or last digit from a scan. - Buttons can be configured. - Supports callback URL. - Install preferences with an email.

Screenshots

Barcode Scan to Web4 screens
Barcode Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barcode Lite at none against Barcode Scan to Web's 3. Barcode Lite also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 55%) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.1). Barcode Scan to Web's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (104 vs 6). On price, rating, 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

Both are free to download. Barcode Scan to Web sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Barcode Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Barcode Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode Scan to Web has 104 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Barcode Scan to Web's written reviews are positive against 67% of Barcode Lite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Scan to Web ships an update every 2 weeks, Barcode Lite every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Barcode Scan to Web versus Barcode Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode Scan to WebBarcode Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (104 ratings)4.7 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.1% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings104 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.110.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB1 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperBerry Wing LLCMochaSoft

Customer experience

Barcode Scan to Web

All ratings104 ratings
Positive88.5%
Neutral1.9%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive55.1%
Neutral6.1%
Negative38.8%

Barcode Lite

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Barcode Scan to Web

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Confirmation beep cannot be turned off
  • New updates prevent multiple QR code scans
  • New updates prevent scanning QR codes on phones
  • Error pops up every other scan
  • Enforcing https not working
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  • Auto-submit does not work
  • Bugs with the zoom feature
  • Bugs with the submit on scan feature
  • Browser does not work
  • Cannot type in the address bar
  • Keyboard zooms on iPhone 6/6s
  • Does not support iPhone 6/6s screen sizes
  • Cannot read barcode

Requested features

12 requests
  • Option to turn off beep sound
  • Allow scanning QR codes on phones
  • Fix error pop-ups
  • Allow multiple QR code scans
  • Choice for https enforcement
Show 7 more
  • Updated browser user interface
  • Passcode or Touch ID lock
  • Support for more barcodes/conversions
  • Auto-submit feature
  • Support typing into the address bar
  • Default field to 'barcode entry'
  • Support for iPhone 6/6s screen sizes

Barcode Lite

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Barcode Scan to Web

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlimited Google Form use$9.99
None

Barcode Lite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcode Scan to Web free?
Barcode Scan to Web is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode Lite free?
Barcode Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Barcode Scan to Web or Barcode Lite?
Barcode Lite is rated higher. Barcode Scan to Web averages 4.5 out of 5 from 104 ratings, while Barcode Lite averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.
Do Barcode Scan to Web or Barcode Lite have ads?
Neither Barcode Scan to Web nor Barcode Lite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Scan to Web or Barcode Lite?
Barcode Scan to Web ships an update every 2 weeks, and Barcode Lite every 9 months. Most recently, Barcode Scan to Web was updated on September 22, 2026 and Barcode Lite on September 12, 2026.

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