# Scan vs Barcode Scanner for Knack

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scan at 100% against Barcode Scanner for Knack's 50%. Scan also leads on ratings volume (24 vs 1). Barcode Scanner for Knack's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per year. Barcode Scanner for Knack asks for nothing beyond the download.

Barcode Scanner for Knack holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of Scan's written reviews are positive against 50% of Barcode Scanner for Knack's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan | Barcode Scanner for Knack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qrscan-code-reader/id972406049/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-scanner-for-knack/id1483681956/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **24** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 16 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **11.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sufiyan Yasa](https://appshunter.io/developer/439511524) | [SOLUNTECH SOCIEDAD POR ACCIONES SIMPLIFICADA](https://appshunter.io/developer/967011963) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qrscan-code-reader/id972406049)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access links, check safety, and view product details. Offers advanced scanning for various formats and convenient history saving. Includes features for low-light scanning and customization.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Open QR code links, Check link safety, Flashlight support for low-light, Scan various barcode formats, Save scans to iCloud history, View EAN 13 country codes

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly subscription | $2.49 | per year |
| Platinum lifetime access | $4.99 | one-time |


### Barcode Scanner for Knack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-scanner-for-knack/id1483681956)

This utility app scans various 1D and 2D barcode formats, directly posting the scanned content to your Knack.com applications. It's designed for use cases like inventory management and identity verification.

**Highlights:** Scans 1D and 2D barcodes, Supports EAN, UPC, Code-39, QR Code, Data Matrix, and more, Direct integration with Knack.com apps, Configurable database object and field for saving data, Useful for inventory, identity cards, and boarding passes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan free?

Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Barcode Scanner for Knack free?

Barcode Scanner for Knack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Scan or Barcode Scanner for Knack?

Barcode Scanner for Knack is rated higher. Scan averages 4.7 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Barcode Scanner for Knack averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Scan or Barcode Scanner for Knack have ads?

Neither Scan nor Barcode Scanner for Knack shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*