Comparison

Barcode vs Shift

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

Head to head
About

Barcode

Quickly scan and read QR codes and barcodes from various sources. Generate your own codes for websites or phone numbers, and easily share them. Keep track of scanned items with history and favorites.

Highlights
  • Fast and accurate scanning
  • Supports multiple code formats
  • Scan history and favorites
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Easy code sharing
Features
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Looking for a fast and reliable QR and Barcode scanner app? Look no further than our app! Our app is designed to help you quickly and easily scan and read QR codes and Barcodes. With just a few taps, you can scan codes from products, magazines, posters, websites, and more. Whether you're looking for product information, discounts, or coupons, our app makes it easy to get the information you need. Supports more than 15 types of QR codes and barcodes including: Aztec Code, CodaBar, Code 32, Code 128, UPS Code, DataMatrix, EAN-2, EAN-5, EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN-14, ISBN-10, ISBN-13, JAN, MaxiCode, MicroPDF417, MicroQR Code, PDFCode, UPC-A Here are some of the key features of our app: * Fast and accurate scanning: Our app uses advanced scanning technology to quickly and accurately read QR codes and Barcodes, even in low light conditions. * Multiple code formats supported: Our app can scan and read a wide range of code formats, including QR codes, Barcodes, Data Matrix, and more. * History and favorites: Keep track of the codes you've scanned with our app, and easily access your favorite codes for quick reference. * Generate your own codes: Want to create your own QR codes? Our app makes it easy to generate codes for websites, phone numbers, and more. * Easy sharing: Share codes with your friends and family quickly and easily through email, text message, or social media. Our app is the perfect tool for anyone who needs to scan QR codes and Barcodes on a regular basis. Download it today and start scanning!

About

Shift

Features
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Start your HIIT workout in 3 taps. No setup friction. No clutter. Just a clean, fast interval timer built for people who actually train. Shift is a purpose-built HIIT timer designed for speed. Set your work intervals, rest periods, and rounds — then go. No account required. No ads. No bloated feature set. WHAT SHIFT DOES: — Custom interval configuration: work time, rest time, rounds, sets — Tabata, EMOM, and custom HIIT protocols — Clear audio cues and haptic feedback so you never miss a transition — Visual countdown optimized for glanceability mid-workout — Minimal UI that stays out of your way BUILT FOR: — Home workouts with no equipment — Gym training between sets — CrossFit-style timed circuits — Tabata protocols — Any interval-based training WHY SHIFT: Most timer apps are either too simple (just a stopwatch) or too complex (10 screens before you start). Shift sits in the sweet spot — fully configurable but fast to start. Designed by Credes, a product studio that ships tools people actually use. Start training. Not configuring.

Screenshots

Barcode4 screens
Shift4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Shift at none against Barcode's shown. Shift also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.4). On price, 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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Barcode versus Shift: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcodeShift
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatrix Software Co.Credes Techlabs Private Limited

In-app purchases

None

Barcode

No in-app purchases

None

Shift

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcode free?
Barcode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shift free?
Shift is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Barcode or Shift have ads?
Barcode shows ads; Shift does not.

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