Comparison

S/N Scanner vs ItemPassport

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

ItemPassport

Features
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Give every thing you own a tidy digital passport instead of keeping piles of receipts, warranty papers, manuals, and other documents. Keep what matters together: • Receipts and purchase details • Warranty dates and documents • Photos, brand, model, and serial number • The relevant pages and language from bulky multilingual manuals Save only the manual pages you need, arrange them in a useful order, and leave out the rest. Search, sort, and organize passports by category so the right information is easy to find. ItemPassport is designed for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Keep original documents whenever they are required for warranty, legal, or other official purposes.

Screenshots

S/N Scanner4 screens
ItemPassport2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ItemPassport at none against S/N Scanner's 1. On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. S/N Scanner sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $99.99 per year. ItemPassport asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
S/N Scanner versus ItemPassport: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterS/N ScannerItemPassport
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCyberSecThreatTymur Horban

In-app purchases

1 purchases

S/N Scanner

Subscriptions1
  • Standalone Professional Annual Plan$99.991 Year
None

ItemPassport

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is S/N Scanner free?
S/N Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ItemPassport free?
ItemPassport is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do S/N Scanner or ItemPassport have ads?
Neither S/N Scanner nor ItemPassport shows ads.

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