Comparison

Bar Code Reader ™ vs Compressor

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

Head to head
About

Bar Code Reader ™

Easily scan barcodes from your camera or existing photos. Access a history of scanned items, and quickly copy or share the data. Ideal for shopping, inventory, or accessing product details.

Highlights
  • Camera barcode scanning
  • Scan barcodes from photos
  • Scan history
  • Copy and share results
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Looking for an easy way to scan barcodes? Barcode Reader is here for you! This easy-to-use app lets you quickly scan any barcode using your phone’s camera. You can also scan barcodes from images stored on your device. Main Features: • Camera Barcode Scanning: Just point your camera at a barcode. Barcode Reader instantly reads it and shows you the result. • Scan from Photos: Select images or screenshots from your files or photos app. Quickly identify barcodes without needing the actual item. • Scan History: Keep track of all scanned barcodes. Access them anytime to copy or share easily. • Copy or Share Results: Immediately copy barcode data or share it via messages, email, or social media. Barcode Reader is ideal for everyday use, shopping, managing inventory, or quickly accessing product details. Why Choose Barcode Reader? • Fast, accurate scanning • Easy-to-use interface • Works offline – no internet connection needed • Convenient history to manage your barcodes Start scanning barcodes effortlessly. Download Barcode Reader now! Barcode Reader app is free. You can use it forever, at no cost. However, Barcode Reader does offer premium features for its subscribers. If you decide to purchase an upgrade, you will unlock additional features. Terms of Use: https://olivetapp.github.io/Barcode-Reader/term-of-use Privacy Policy: https://olivetapp.github.io/Barcode-Reader/privacy-policy

About

Compressor

Easily reduce the file size of your images to save storage space and improve sharing speeds. This utility allows you to compress single or multiple photos directly from your library or files, working offline for privacy.

Highlights
  • Reduce image file size
  • Compress from library or files
  • Select multiple photos
  • Fast and simple operation
  • Offline and private compression
  • Integrates with Shortcuts app
Features
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Free up space and speed up sharing with Compressor, the easiest way to compress images directly from your photo library. No ads, no complexity: just fast and effective image compression. - Reduce Image File Size - Compress from your library or your files - Select one or many photos - Fast & Simple - Offline & Private - Available in Shortcut app Perfect for anyone looking to send images faster, upload quicker, or free up storage.

Screenshots

Bar Code Reader ™4 screens
Compressor3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Compressor at none against Bar Code Reader ™'s 4. Compressor also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Bar Code Reader ™'s advantage is ratings volume (64 vs 5) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price 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. Bar Code Reader ™ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Compressor asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Compressor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bar Code Reader ™ has 64 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bar Code Reader ™ ships an update every 9 days, Compressor every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Bar Code Reader ™ versus Compressor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBar Code Reader ™Compressor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (64 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings64 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKartika ArdianiPierre Abi-aad

Customer experience

Bar Code Reader ™

All ratings63 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral3.2%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative40.0%

Compressor

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Bar Code Reader ™

Subscriptions3
  • Barcode Reader Pro - 1W$1.997 Days
  • Barcode Reader Pro - 1M$3.991 Month
  • Barcode Reader Pro - 1Y3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Barcode Reader Pro$39.99
None

Compressor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bar Code Reader ™ free?
Bar Code Reader ™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Compressor free?
Compressor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Bar Code Reader ™ or Compressor?
Compressor is rated higher. Bar Code Reader ™ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while Compressor averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Bar Code Reader ™ or Compressor have ads?
Bar Code Reader ™ shows ads; Compressor does not.
Which is updated more often, Bar Code Reader ™ or Compressor?
Bar Code Reader ™ ships an update every 9 days, and Compressor every 4 days. Most recently, Bar Code Reader ™ was updated on October 30, 2026 and Compressor on November 8, 2026.

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