Barcode vs EAN13 BarcodeScan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Barcode
Generate over 40 types of barcodes directly on your smartphone, even offline. Save frequently used codes and access your generation history with an optional in-app purchase.
- Generate over 40 barcode types
- Offline barcode generation
- Save favorite barcodes
- Access generation history
- Supports QR Code and Data Matrix
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Barcode Studio is the free barcode generation solution for mostly all known barcodes. Currently the app is able to encode data in over 40 barcode symbologies. The app is free (ad supported). Encoding happens on the smartphone without the help of a web service, so you can create barcodes without being connected to the Internet. There is an in-app purchase to remove ads and enable the favorites and history features. The 'favorites' feature allows you to save your frequently used barcodes while the 'history' feature provides access to the latest genererated barcodes. The in-app purchase is not necessary to create barcodes but it adds convenient features for regular users. Currently the following symbologies are supported: Code 11, Code 2 of 5 (interleaved), IATA, Data Logic, Industrial, Code 39 (extended), EAN, GS1-128, Codabar, Code 32, Code 49, Code 93, Code 128, Deutshe Post Leitcode, Deutsche Post Identcode, Code 16K, DataBar (14, limited, extended), Telepen (alpha/numeric), UPC A/B, PostNet, MSI Plessey, LOGMARS, Pharmacode One-Track/Two-Track, PDF417 (truncated), Maxicode, QR Code (standard and micro), Australian Post Codes, ISBN, Royal Mail, Data Matrix, NVE-18, Japanese Postal Code, Korea Post, GS1 DataBar-14 (stacked, omnidirectional, expanded stacked), PLANET, PDF417 (standard and micro), USPS OneCode, Plessey Code, ITF-14, Dutch Post KIX Code, Aztec Code (standard and runes). HIBC is supported in all symbologies where a HIBC specification is available.
EAN13 BarcodeScan
Scan EAN-13 barcodes to instantly identify the country of origin for products. Export your scanning history in CSV format for easy record-keeping. Optimized for the latest iOS devices.
- Scan EAN-13 barcodes
- Identify product country of origin
- Export history in CSV
- Optimized for iOS
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EAN13 BarcodeScan is more than just a scanner—it's a powerful inventory and tracking tool designed for both personal and professional use. Instantly scan any EAN-13 barcode, identify the GS1 member organization that issued the barcode prefix, and maintain a detailed, searchable history with custom notes and visual thumbnails. KEY FEATURES: * INSTANT PREFIX IDENTIFICATION: Automatically identify the GS1 prefix region associated with every scanned barcode and learn where the barcode was registered. * VISUAL HISTORY LOG: Unlike other scanners, we save a thumbnail image of the scanned area, helping you visually confirm products in your history. * LOCAL SQLITE DATABASE: Your data stays on your device. We use a robust local SQLite database for maximum speed, reliability, and privacy. * SMART SEARCH: Quickly find any scan using our advanced search feature. Filter by barcode number, country, or your own custom notes. * CUSTOM NOTES: Add detailed descriptions, prices, or locations to any scan to keep your records organized. * ACCESSIBILITY & FEEDBACK: Enable Voice Feedback to have the app announce countries out loud, and use Scan Beep for instant confirmation. PROFESSIONAL FEATURES (PRO UPGRADE): Unlock the full power of your data with our Professional License, designed for corporate and high-volume use: * EXPORT TO CSV (EXCEL): Convert your entire history into a CSV file for easy analysis in Excel, Numbers, or Google Sheets. * DATABASE EXPORT: Export the raw .sqlite file for integration with other professional software or custom workflows. * COMMERCIAL LICENSE: Legal peace of mind for business and commercial environments. * ONE-TIME PURCHASE: No subscriptions. Unlock all professional features forever with a single upgrade. PRIVACY FIRST: No cloud accounts required. No data tracking. All your scans, images, and notes are stored securely on your device’s local storage. Perfect for: - Inventory management - Retail price checking - Logistics and warehouse tracking - Product sourcing and origin verification Download EAN13 BarcodeScan today and turn your device into a professional-grade barcode logging system! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EAN13 BarcodeScan at none against Barcode's 2. EAN13 BarcodeScan also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months). Barcode's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price 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
Both are free to download. Barcode sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. EAN13 BarcodeScan asks for nothing beyond the download.
Barcode ships an update every 8 months, EAN13 BarcodeScan monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Barcode | EAN13 BarcodeScan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (59 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 52.6% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 59 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Maklabu GmbH | Giria Labs |
Customer experience
Barcode
EAN13 BarcodeScan
In-app purchases
Barcode
- Remove Ads$0.99
- Adds Favorites and History and removes ads.$1.99
EAN13 BarcodeScan
No in-app purchases
Questions
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