Comparison

Barcode Stash vs Box Protector

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Stash

Effortlessly scan, generate, and organize all your barcodes in one secure location. This app supports numerous formats, offers smart actions based on scanned data, and allows for easy sharing and cross-device synchronization.

Highlights
  • Scan 11 barcode formats
  • Generate custom barcodes
  • Organize with descriptions and tags
  • Smart actions for scanned data
  • Map scanned locations
  • Cross-device iCloud sync
  • Export/import in JSON or CSV
Features
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Barcode Stash is a fast, private barcode scanner and generator that keeps your entire barcode library organized in one place. SCAN ANYTHING Point your camera at any barcode and Barcode Stash reads it instantly. Supports 11 formats: QR, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, PDF417, Aztec, DataMatrix, and ITF-14. Bulk mode lets you scan dozens of barcodes in rapid succession - each one is highlighted live in the viewfinder, and duplicates are automatically skipped. CREATE YOUR OWN Generate barcodes from scratch. Pick any supported format, enter your data, and get a pixel-perfect barcode ready to save or share. Real-time input validation catches errors before you tap save. STAY ORGANIZED Every barcode, scanned or created, is saved to a searchable history grouped by date. Add descriptions, tags, and favorites. Batch select to delete, tag, or export multiple barcodes at once. Filter by type, source, favorites, or tags to find what you need fast. SMART ACTIONS Barcode Stash detects what's inside each barcode and offers the right action: open a URL, compose an email, make a call, send an SMS, connect to Wi-Fi, add a calendar event, save a contact, or view a location on the map. MAP YOUR SCANS Barcodes captured with location data appear on an interactive map. Choose between standard, satellite, and hybrid views. Add or update locations on any barcode at any time. SHARE BEAUTIFULLY Share barcodes as a clean image or as a rich card with the barcode type, raw value, description, date, address, and a map snapshot. Choose exactly which details to include - your preferences are remembered. COLLECTION STATS View a breakdown of your barcode library: totals by type, favorites count, tags, locations, and how many you've generated versus scanned. SYNC ACROSS DEVICES iCloud keeps your barcodes in sync across all your devices. Changes sync automatically, no duplicates, no data loss. EXPORT & IMPORT Back up your entire collection as JSON or CSV, or import barcodes from another device. Duplicates are automatically detected and skipped on import. FULLY ACCESSIBLE Complete VoiceOver support throughout the app. Every button, toggle, and barcode row has descriptive labels and hints. Animations respect the Reduce Motion setting. AVAILABLE IN 10 LANGUAGES English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. PRIVACY FIRST No accounts. No tracking. No servers. Your barcodes stay on your device and in your iCloud - nowhere else.

About

Box Protector

Features
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Order Protector is a video evidence tool for ecommerce sellers, warehouses, retail stores, and after-sales teams. Scan or enter a tracking number to start recording shipment dispatch, return check-in, or an on-site inspection. Video, tracking number, and recording time are saved together so you can find evidence quickly during disputes or platform appeals. Core features: - Shipment dispatch and return check-in flows - Standard recording and continuous recording modes - Local search by tracking number, order number, or SKU - Multi-store record ownership and filtering - Local save, playback, export, and storage management Order Protector does not require an account and does not depend on network connectivity. Videos and records are stored locally on the device by default. Subscriptions use Apple's standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Barcode Stash4 screens
Box Protector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barcode Stash at none against Box Protector's 2. Barcode Stash also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). Box Protector's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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. Box Protector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Barcode Stash asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Stash ships an update every 4 days, Box Protector every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Barcode Stash versus Box Protector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode StashBox Protector
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexis Lours海波 胡

In-app purchases

None

Barcode Stash

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Box Protector

Subscriptions2
  • 护单宝专业版月付会员$0.991 Month
  • 护单宝专业版年付会员$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Barcode Stash free?
Barcode Stash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Box Protector free?
Box Protector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Barcode Stash or Box Protector have ads?
Neither Barcode Stash nor Box Protector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Stash or Box Protector?
Barcode Stash ships an update every 4 days, and Box Protector every 9 days. Most recently, Barcode Stash was updated on October 24, 2026 and Box Protector on October 31, 2026.

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