Comparison

EAN13 BarcodeScan vs KeyQ BarcodeLab

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Scan EAN-13 barcodes
  • Identify product country of origin
  • Export history in CSV
  • Optimized for iOS
Features
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EAN13 BarcodeScan is more than just a scannerβ€”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/

About

KeyQ BarcodeLab

Features
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KeyQ BarcodeLab is a fast and intuitive barcode and QR code scanner that helps you scan, recognize, and act on codes instantly. β€’ Scan barcodes, QR codes, and more β€’ Detect and label barcode types (e.g. QR, EAN, Code128) β€’ Open scanned URLs with one tap β€’ Automatically save scan history β€’ Lightweight, ad-free, and easy to use Whether you're scanning product labels, links, or codes for quick access, BarcodeLab is designed to do it simply and reliably. Part of the KeyQ Lab microtool series β€” functional, focused apps to demonstrate clean and capable mobile development.

Screenshots

EAN13 BarcodeScan4 screens
KeyQ BarcodeLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: KeyQ BarcodeLab at 17.6 against EAN13 BarcodeScan's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
EAN13 BarcodeScan versus KeyQ BarcodeLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEAN13 BarcodeScanKeyQ BarcodeLab
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews66.7% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.6 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size24 MB20 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGiria LabsKeyQ, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

EAN13 BarcodeScan

No in-app purchases

None

KeyQ BarcodeLab

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EAN13 BarcodeScan free?
EAN13 BarcodeScan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KeyQ BarcodeLab free?
KeyQ BarcodeLab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EAN13 BarcodeScan or KeyQ BarcodeLab have ads?
Neither EAN13 BarcodeScan nor KeyQ BarcodeLab shows ads.

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