Comparison

BatchScan vs RoomHalo

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

Head to head
About

BatchScan

Features
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BatchScan is a fast batch scanner for barcodes, QR codes, NFC tags, and manual entry. Create a batch, collect codes, review the list, and export a clean file in CSV, TXT, or Excel XLSX format. It is built for quick scan-to-spreadsheet jobs, not a heavy inventory management system. Use BatchScan for: - Inventory counts and stock checks - Warehouse, receiving, and packing lists - Equipment and asset tag checks - NFC NDEF text and URL tags on supported iPhone devices - Books, samples, event badges, tickets, and collections Key features: - Continuous camera scanning for common 1D and 2D codes - QR, EAN, UPC, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, ITF, and more - Dedicated NFC scanner for supported NDEF text and URL tags - Manual Add mode - Duplicate handling: allow, ignore, or count as quantity - Undo last scan - Edit values, quantities, notes, and code types - Copy all codes or copy as TSV - Export CSV, TXT, and real XLSX files - Share through Mail, Files, AirDrop, Numbers, Excel, Google Drive, and other apps - Local storage with no account and no server Free batches include up to 30 scans. BatchScan Pro is a one-time in-app purchase that unlocks unlimited scans per batch. Privacy-first: BatchScan stores data locally on your device. No account, no server sync, no analytics SDK, no ads, and no tracking.

About

RoomHalo

Features
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RoomHalo gives your HomeKit-compatible accessories a modern, room-first control center. Move through your home with a visual room carousel, then reveal the controls you need without leaving the room. Lights, thermostats, fans, outlets, locks, garage doors, cameras, and scenes stay organized in one clear interface. MAKE EVERY ROOM YOURS • Add your own room photos • Choose a distinct accent color for each room • Arrange rooms and controls in the order that works for you • Show or hide room names for a cleaner carousel CONTROL AT A GLANCE • Adjust light brightness, color, and temperature • Set thermostat modes and target temperatures • Control fans and connected outlets • Check locks and garage-door status • Open available HomeKit camera views • Run scenes configured in the Apple Home app FASTER EVERY DAY • Pin favorite controls from different rooms • Use compact room navigation to move instantly • See active-device, camera, and security status • Add RoomHalo widgets for favorites, scenes, locks, and garage doors RoomHalo uses HomeKit to work with accessories and rooms configured in the Apple Home app. Your home data remains on your devices and is not stored in a separate RoomHalo cloud account. The free version lets you explore RoomHalo with up to two rooms. A one-time Pro unlock opens the complete room experience. HomeKit-compatible accessories, setup in the Apple Home app, and applicable permissions are required. Accessory features and availability depend on the device manufacturer and your home configuration. Apple, Apple Home, and HomeKit are trademarks of Apple Inc.

Screenshots

BatchScan4 screens
RoomHalo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BatchScan at weekly against RoomHalo's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. BatchScan sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and RoomHalo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BatchScan ships an update weekly, RoomHalo every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
BatchScan versus RoomHalo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBatchScanRoomHalo
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarko OreskovicAlan OLSEN

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BatchScan

One-time1
  • BatchScan Pro$2.99
1 purchases

RoomHalo

One-time1
  • RoomHalo Pro$7.99

Questions

Is BatchScan free?
BatchScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RoomHalo free?
RoomHalo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BatchScan or RoomHalo have ads?
Neither BatchScan nor RoomHalo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BatchScan or RoomHalo?
BatchScan ships an update weekly, and RoomHalo every 3 weeks. Most recently, BatchScan was updated on October 1, 2026 and RoomHalo on September 6, 2026.

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