SMD decoder vs AI Resistor Color Code Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SMD decoder
Decode SMD resistors with this practical tool. It supports three-digit, four-digit, and EIA-96 encoded resistor values, providing quick and accurate identification.
- Decodes 3-digit SMD codes
- Decodes 4-digit SMD codes
- Decodes EIA-96 SMD codes
- Resistor value identification
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A practical application that will decode any SMD resistor, regardless of whether the code is three or four digits, as well as those encoded in the EIA - 96 system.
AI Resistor Color Code Scanner
Instantly identify and calculate resistor values using your iPhone camera. This tool eliminates the need for manual color band reading and charts, offering quick results for engineers, hobbyists, and students. Save your scans and organize them into projects for efficient workflow.
- Instant camera scanning
- Save and organize scans
- Interactive color band editing
- Supports 3-6 band resistors
- Offline functionality
- User-friendly interface
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Tired of manually reading resistor color bands? Instantly scan, identify, and calculate resistor values with your iPhone camera — no more squinting or color code charts. Key Features - Instant Scanning: Point your camera and get resistor values in seconds. - Save & Organize: Save scans and group them into projects. - Interactive Editing: Verify and adjust color bands directly on screen. - Accurate Calculations: Supports 3, 4, 5, and 6-band resistors. - Offline Support: Works without internet — perfect for workshops and the field. - Easy to Use: Clean interface for beginners and professionals alike. Built for faster bench work, easier troubleshooting, and fewer resistor-reading mistakes. Join thousands of engineers, hobbyists, and students making their projects easier. Download today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SMD decoder at 5.0 against AI Resistor Color Code Scanner's 3.0. SMD decoder also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. AI Resistor Color Code Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SMD decoder asks for nothing beyond the download.
SMD decoder holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
SMD decoder ships an update every 2 days, AI Resistor Color Code Scanner every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SMD decoder | AI Resistor Color Code Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 3.0 (1 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 163 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arkadiusz Fryszkowski | Andrew Ausonio |
In-app purchases
SMD decoder
No in-app purchases
AI Resistor Color Code Scanner
- Monthly Subscription$2.99
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