Comparison

Bar Code Scanner vs CodeScan

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

Head to head
About

Bar Code Scanner

Easily scan barcodes from your device's camera, imported images, or files. This utility app offers a simple interface and keeps a history of all your scans for quick reference.

Highlights
  • Camera barcode scanning
  • Scan from files and photos
  • Scan history
  • Simple and user-friendly interface
Features
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Barcode Scanner is a powerful and easy-to-use app designed specifically for barcode scanning. Whether you need to scan barcodes from products, images, or files, this app makes the process fast and simple. Key Features: Camera Barcode Scanning: Use your device's camera to scan barcodes in real-time. Simply point and scan for quick results. File & Photo Import: No need to limit yourself to just real-time scans. Import barcodes from your saved images, documents, or cloud storage and scan them in seconds. History: Never lose track of important scans. With the built-in history feature, you can easily view your past scans for reference. Simple Interface: Enjoy a user-friendly interface that helps you get the job done quickly and efficiently. Whether you're shopping, organizing inventory, or need to scan barcodes for other purposes, Barcode Scanner is the ideal tool to get it done effortlessly. Download Barcode Scanner today and start scanning barcodes with ease! Barcode Scanner app is free. You can use it forever, at no cost. However, [Barcode Scanner] does offer premium features for its subscribers. If you decide to purchase an upgrade, you will unlock additional features. Terms of Use: https://kociapp.github.io/Barcode-Scanner/term-of-use Privacy Policy: https://kociapp.github.io/Barcode-Scanner/privacy-policy

About

CodeScan

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CodeScan is a fast, modern barcode and QR code scanner and generator. Point your camera at any code or open an image, and CodeScan automatically detects the type and reads it. - Scan with the camera or from a saved image — the format is detected automatically. - Reads all common codes: UPC, EAN, Code 39/93/128, ITF, Codabar, QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec and more. - Batch mode collects many scans into a list you can export as CSV, JSON or text. - Create your own codes: choose a format with helpful usage hints and export as PNG or PDF to share. - Optional product lookup resolves scanned product codes to a product name and a shopping link. - Available in 21 languages with a clean light and dark design. Whether you check prices, manage inventory, share a link, or label your own items, CodeScan brings everything for barcodes and QR codes together in one app. Privacy friendly: no account and no tracking. The camera is used only for scanning, and online product lookup can be turned off at any time. Product data from Open Food Facts and UPCitemdb; shopping links may be affiliate links.

Screenshots

Bar Code Scanner4 screens
CodeScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Bar Code Scanner at Free against CodeScan's $0.99. CodeScan's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Bar Code Scanner is free to download; CodeScan costs $0.99 up front. Bar Code Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. CodeScan asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Bar Code Scanner versus CodeScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBar Code ScannerCodeScan
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.0 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB23 MB
Age rating+4+4
DeveloperAndy SutantoSebastian Kruse

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Bar Code Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Barcode Scanner - 1W$0.997 Days
  • Barcode Scanner Pro - 1Y$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Offering$19.99
  • Scan Barcode Pro$19.99
None

CodeScan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bar Code Scanner free?
Bar Code Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeScan free?
CodeScan costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bar Code Scanner or CodeScan have ads?
Bar Code Scanner shows ads; CodeScan does not.

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