Comparison

i vs Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner

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

Head to head
About

i

Features
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i-Repo Scanner is a free barcode reader app that can accurately scan a large number of barcodes at once. It utilizes the standard camera function of iPhones and iPads to scan multiple barcodes in bulk and output the scanning results to a report embedded within the app. ========================== Main functions ========================== ■ Unique barcode mode While scanning a large number of barcodes, the app will display an alert for scanned or duplicate barcodes. [Scannable barcodes] - QR code - CODE128 - JAN code ■ Identical barcode mode The app scans duplicate barcodes and counts their respective quantities. [Scannable barcodes] - QR code ========================== Features of i-Repo Scanner ========================== - Ability to scan a large number of barcodes accurately and quickly. - Alerts the user with color coding and sound if a barcode doesn't match the expected format, minimizing scanning errors. - Displays the quantity of scanned barcodes on the screen, preventing missed scans. - Includes a specialized counting function to efficiently and accurately count the quantity of scanned barcodes.

About

Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner

Features
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OmniScan — Fast, Private QR & Barcode Scanner OmniScan is a lightning-fast, privacy-first scanner that reads QR codes and barcodes the instant your camera sees them. No sign-up, no internet connection, no tracking—your data never leaves your device. BLAZING-FAST SCANNING Point and scan. OmniScan uses on-device machine learning to detect QR codes and barcodes in real time, so results appear the moment the code is in frame. Enable the optional scan sound for instant audio confirmation. SMART DUPLICATE HANDLING Tired of scanning the same code twice? OmniScan gives you four ways to deal with duplicates: • Ask — prompts you the first time, then remembers your choice for the session. • Skip — silently ignores duplicates and shows a quick banner. • Count — tallies repeats with a ×N badge on the original entry. • Add as new — keeps every scan as a separate record. BUILT-IN HISTORY Every scan is saved to a local, on-device database automatically. Browse your full scan history, search by code, and manage entries with batch select—copy or delete multiple records at once. History is preserved even when you clear the current scan session. ONE-TAP COPY & SHARE Copy a single code or all selected codes to your clipboard in one tap. Scanned URLs can be opened directly in your browser with a single tap. PRIVACY BY DESIGN • 100% offline—no internet connection required. • No accounts, no cloud sync, no analytics. • All scan data is stored locally on your device. • Camera access is used solely for scanning. KEY FEATURES • Instant QR code and barcode recognition • Four configurable duplicate-scan modes • Persistent local scan history with timestamps • Batch select, copy, and delete • Optional scan confirmation sound • Open scanned URLs with one tap • Clean, distraction-free Material Design interface • Works completely offline OmniScan is the perfect tool for inventory counting, event check-ins, ticket scanning, product lookup, URL collection, and any task where speed and privacy matter. Download OmniScan and start scanning in seconds—no setup required.

Screenshots

i4 screens
Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner at every 2 weeks against i's every 2 months. Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner also leads on iOS requirement (15.5.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

i ships an update every 2 months, Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
i versus Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriOmniscan Batch Barcode scanner
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.5.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCIMTOPS CORPORATION杰 梁

In-app purchases

None

i

No in-app purchases

None

Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is i free?
i is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner free?
Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do i or Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner have ads?
Neither i nor Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, i or Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner?
i ships an update every 2 months, and Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, i was updated on October 27, 2026 and Omniscan Batch Barcode scanner on October 24, 2026.

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