Comparison

MyCode vs PlateDetect

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

Head to head
About

MyCode

Features
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MyCode - 2FA keeps your two-factor authentication codes organized, private, and ready when you need them. Add TOTP and HOTP accounts, scan standard otpauth QR codes, copy verification codes quickly, and keep important accounts easy to find with favorites and groups. TwoFactor also supports AutoFill, Siri shortcuts, biometric lock, encrypted backup export, and backup import so you can keep your sign-in workflow fast without giving up control. Key features: - Time-based and counter-based 2FA codes - QR scanner and manual account entry - Favorites, groups, search, and account editing - Password AutoFill credential provider support - Siri and Shortcuts integration - Biometric lock with configurable auto-lock - Encrypted backup export and import - Optional animations setting - Optional Tip Jar support Your codes are generated on device from your saved secrets. Camera access is used only when scanning QR codes.

About

PlateDetect

This app reads license plates directly on your device using your camera or imported photos. It offers features for checking plate readability from a distance, managing scan history, and setting up custom alerts for specific plates.

Highlights
  • On-device license plate reading
  • Live camera scan
  • Photo import recognition
  • Readability checks
  • History management
  • Watchlist alerts
  • Plate format configuration
Features
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PlateDetect is an on-device license plate reading app built for controlled field scans, photo imports, readability checks, local review, and watchlist alerts. Start by adding the plate formats used in your area, such as AA ## or AAA ####. PlateDetect strictly follows the formats you add. If no format is configured, detection stays off. Use Live Scan to read plates with the camera, or import a photo for the same on-device recognition workflow. The app combines plate localization, Apple Vision OCR, configurable confidence thresholds, and duplicate-save timing so History stays focused on useful reads instead of every frame. Field Check is a separate mode for measuring whether a plate is readable from a selected distance. It reports readiness using OCR confidence, plate size, framing, and plate shape without saving the check as a scan. History keeps each saved detection organized with normalized plate text, raw OCR text, detection confidence, OCR confidence, matched format, capture time, source, notes, optional GPS region, and saved media. You can choose how much surrounding image context is kept around the plate crop. Watchlist alerts help identify plates you choose to monitor locally. Standard detections use a quieter confirmation tone, while watchlist matches use a distinct higher alert repeated three times. Plate Rules let you allow or restrict plate endings by day and time window, with a Monday-Sunday overview for quick schedule review. PlateDetect is local-first. Detection runs on device, History is stored locally, Face ID app lock can protect saved records, and backend sync is optional through your own HTTPS endpoint. PlateDetect is a field aid, not a legal identity system. Confirm important reads against official records and follow the rules for your role and location. Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MyCode4 screens
PlateDetect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MyCode at Free against PlateDetect's $1.00. MyCode also leads on device support (3 vs 1). PlateDetect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). On ads 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

MyCode is free to download; PlateDetect costs $1.00 up front. MyCode sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. PlateDetect asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyCode ships an update every 5 weeks, PlateDetect every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
MyCode versus PlateDetect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyCodePlateDetect
PriceFree — better$1.00
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS2617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAntoine BarraultOna Pacholo Asis

In-app purchases

5 purchases

MyCode

One-time5
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$1.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
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  • Generous Tip$9.99
  • Legend Tip$19.99
None

PlateDetect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MyCode free?
MyCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PlateDetect free?
PlateDetect costs $1.00, with no in-app purchases.
Do MyCode or PlateDetect have ads?
Neither MyCode nor PlateDetect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyCode or PlateDetect?
MyCode ships an update every 5 weeks, and PlateDetect every 9 days. Most recently, MyCode was updated on October 6, 2026 and PlateDetect on October 4, 2026.

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