Comparison

S/N Scanner vs Serial Collector

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

Head to head
About

S/N Scanner

This app simplifies asset tracking for IT professionals with advanced barcode and OCR scanning. It allows for efficient inventory management, reconciliation, and secure data storage, all without requiring an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Barcode & OCR text recognition
  • Import, compare, and reconcile data
  • Remote sync and export (Pro)
  • Multi-image documentation
  • Live scan mode
  • Advanced search and filtering
  • Smart duplicate prevention
Features
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Effortless Serial Number Tracking with Advanced Barcode & OCR Scanning S/N Scanner is an enterprise-grade inventory tool for managing IT equipment serial numbers. It combines barcode scanning and OCR to automatically recognize and save label information — saving time and reducing errors. Key Features: • Barcode & OCR Text Recognition Scan barcodes or printed serial numbers quickly and accurately with enhanced image processing. • Import, Compare & Reconcile Import CSV/Excel files and compare against scans. Fuzzy logic surfaces near-matches, missing items, extras, and conflicts for faster audits. • Remote Sync & Export (Pro) - Generate individual PDF reports for each scan record. - Sync scan records to Airtable, Google Sheets, custom REST APIs, or webhooks. - Export CSV and photos in a ZIP and share via apps like WhatsApp or OneDrive. • Multi-Image Documentation Attach multiple tagged photos per asset, organized by project for complete visual records. • Live Scan Mode Hands-free continuous scanning with auto-save. Process hundreds of items without tapping save each time. • Advanced Search & Filtering Find records fast with full-text search, fuzzy match for near-duplicates and typos, date filters (today, this week, this month, custom range), and sorting by date, manufacturer, or product type. • Smart Duplicate Prevention Configurable duplicate detection prevents accidental re-scans with customizable rules per project. • Multi-Language Interface (20+ Languages) UI available in US English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Hindi, Arabic, and more. • OCR Text Recognition (30+ Languages) Supports Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, and all major European languages for accurate worldwide scanning. • Bank-Level Security - NIST-recommended encryption (AES-256) protects your local database - Non-reversible password protection - PIN-based access control with secure device storage - All data stored locally — No internet required, no privacy concerns. • Smart Detection Rules Customizable pattern matching for different serial number formats with adjustable confidence scoring. Enterprise Use Cases: Built for IT departments, asset managers, and technicians who need reliable, secure asset tracking across multiple locations. Common Uses: • ITAD Service Management • IT hardware asset management • Laptop and hard disk serial tracking • Audit logs with visual records • Warehouse and office inventories • Repairs, returns, and warranty management • Multi-site inventory coordination Whether in the field or office, S/N Scanner simplifies asset tracking with powerful scanning, bank-level security, and comprehensive international support — all from your phone. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Serial Collector

Easily capture, organize, and share equipment serial numbers on-site using barcode scanning, live camera OCR, or manual entry. Export data to Excel or text files for seamless reporting and management. All data is stored locally for enhanced privacy and security.

Highlights
  • Barcode & QR scanner
  • Live camera OCR
  • Manual entry
  • Customizable equipment types
  • Status tagging
  • Notes for entries
  • Excel & text export
Features
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Serial Collector – Smart Serial Number Management Made Easy Collect equipment serial numbers fast. Export to Excel in one tap. SerialCollector is the fastest way to capture, organize, and share equipment serial numbers on-site — whether you're doing an install, audit, or inventory check. Three ways to capture serials: Barcode & QR scanner — point and scan any label instantly Live camera OCR — read printed text directly from the label with a draggable scan region Manual entry — type it in when labels are worn or inaccessible Stay organized on the job: Select the equipment type from a customizable dropdown — add your own types anytime Tag each serial with a status: Good, Faulty, Needs Check, Retired, or Unknown Add a note to any entry for extra context All data saves automatically and survives app restarts Export and share your way: Excel (.xlsx) — export your full session as a real Excel file with columns for serial number, equipment type, status, capture method, notes, and timestamp. Open it in Excel, Numbers, or Google Sheets for easy filtering and reporting Text file (.txt) — clean plain-text report you can paste anywhere Share via Viber, Messenger, Email, AirDrop, or any app on your device Built for field work: No account, no cloud, no internet required — everything stays on your device All data is stored locally and never shared with third parties You focus on your work — Serial Collector handles the boring part. Stop typing. Start scanning. Stay organized. Your Privacy Matters: • View our Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/serial-collector/home/policy • And Terms of Use:https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

S/N Scanner4 screens
Serial Collector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: S/N Scanner at every 3 days against Serial Collector's every 5 weeks. S/N Scanner also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 1). Serial Collector's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. S/N Scanner sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $99.99 per year and Serial Collector sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for S/N Scanner against 5.0 for Serial Collector. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: S/N Scanner has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

S/N Scanner ships an update every 3 days, Serial Collector every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
S/N Scanner versus Serial Collector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterS/N ScannerSerial Collector
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCyberSecThreatTien Hoang

Customer experience

S/N Scanner

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Serial Collector

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

S/N Scanner

Subscriptions1
  • Standalone Professional Annual Plan$99.991 Year
1 purchases

Serial Collector

One-time1
  • One-time payment$4.99

Questions

Is S/N Scanner free?
S/N Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Serial Collector free?
Serial Collector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, S/N Scanner or Serial Collector?
S/N Scanner and Serial Collector are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do S/N Scanner or Serial Collector have ads?
Neither S/N Scanner nor Serial Collector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, S/N Scanner or Serial Collector?
S/N Scanner ships an update every 3 days, and Serial Collector every 5 weeks. Most recently, S/N Scanner was updated on November 5, 2026 and Serial Collector on October 31, 2026.

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