Comparison

Barcode Generator vs StreamBox

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Generator

Features
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The all-in-one code tool. Generate. Scan. Write. Create professional QR codes and barcodes, scan any code instantly with your camera, and read or write NFC tags โ€” all from one beautifully designed app. Everything runs locally on your device. No account. No cloud. No limits. QR CODE GENERATOR Design QR codes for URLs, plain text, Wi-Fi credentials, contact cards, and more. Customize the style, export as image or PDF, and share anywhere. BARCODE GENERATOR Generate industry-standard barcodes in four formats: Code 128, PDF417, Aztec, and Data Matrix. Perfect for documents, IDs, boarding passes, and manufacturing labels. SMART SCANNER Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes using your device camera. Results are saved to your history so you can access them anytime โ€” even offline. NFC READER & WRITER Read data from any NDEF-compatible NFC tag. Write text, URLs, or custom payloads to NTAG213, NTAG215, NTAG216, and other standard NFC tags. Works with iPhone 7 and later. SUBSCRIPTION All features require an active subscription. Weekly โ€” 3-day free trial, then billed weekly Lifetime โ€” one-time purchase for permanent access Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Weekly subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in Settings โ†’ Apple ID โ†’ Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://github.com/MAAlsaleh0/BarcodeAPP_Legal/blob/main/PrivacyPolicy.md Terms of Use: https://github.com/MAAlsaleh0/BarcodeAPP_Legal/blob/main/TermsOfUse.md

About

StreamBox

Features
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StreamBox is a modern, lightweight streaming browser, media player, and offline asset manager crafted for media enthusiasts. Key Features: - Stream Sniffing and Multi-Format Playback: Supports HLS (M3U8), MP4, MOV, WebM, as well as MP3, M4A, AAC, and more. - Picture-in-Picture (PiP) and Background Audio: Enjoy seamless background listening and lock screen playback controls. - Offline Cache and Smart Folders: Organize your favorite audio, video, and web image assets with customizable multi-level folders. - Batch Web Image Extraction: Easily detect and extract high-resolution images from webpages with batch preview and one-tap download. - Privacy Protection (PRO): Secure your personal media collections with Face ID / Touch ID App Lock. - Native System Sharing: Share links directly from Safari and other apps into StreamBox to start streaming instantly. Disclaimer: StreamBox is a local media player and streaming analysis utility tool. Users are strictly responsible for complying with local copyright regulations and intellectual property laws. StreamBox does not host, provide, or encourage the infringement of copyrighted content. Auto-Renewable Subscription Notice and Legal Terms: - Plan Title: StreamBox PRO Yearly Subscription - Subscription Period: 1 Year (Auto-Renewable) - Payment and Renewal: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews annually unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - Manage and Cancel: You can manage and cancel your subscriptions anytime by going to your App Store Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

Screenshots

Barcode Generator4 screens
StreamBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Barcode Generator at every 3 days against StreamBox's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Barcode Generator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and StreamBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Generator ships an update every 3 days, StreamBox every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
Barcode Generator versus StreamBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode GeneratorStreamBox
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days โ€” betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad โ€” better
Requires iOS18.017.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size11 MB31 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperMohammed AlsalehChung Hui Huang

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Barcode Generator

Subscriptions2
  • Weekl3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime$17.99
2 purchases

StreamBox

Subscriptions1
  • StreamBox PRO Yearly$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • StreamBox PRO Lifetime$7.99

Questions

Is Barcode Generator free?
Barcode Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StreamBox free?
StreamBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Barcode Generator or StreamBox have ads?
Neither Barcode Generator nor StreamBox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Generator or StreamBox?
Barcode Generator ships an update every 3 days, and StreamBox every 2 weeks. Most recently, Barcode Generator was updated on October 4, 2026 and StreamBox on October 14, 2026.

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