Mobile Barcode Scanning SDKs for App Developers

Vision Smarts develops and licenses mobile barcode scanning software for app developers. Our flagship product, the VS Barcode Reader barcode scanner SDK, reads common 1D and 2D barcodes using the built-in camera on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices.

  • Over 15 one-dimensional barcode types
  • QR code and DataMatrix scanning support
  • Fully offline on-device scanning
  • White-label licensing with full UI control
  • Single scan, batch scan, or matrix scan modes
  • Reliable performance on blurry, damaged, and difficult barcodes

Back in 2009, our iPhone app pic2shop® dispelled the myth that reading regular UPC barcodes with the fixed focus iPhone camera was impossible. A unique combination of mathematical tools and proprietary image processing algorithms made it a reality. Since then, pic2shop has been used by millions of shoppers worldwide. Pic2shop is available for iOS and Android.

Why Vision Smarts

We build practical computer vision software for mobile apps, with a focus on barcode scanning that works reliably in real-world conditions. Our goal is to help developers add production-ready scanning quickly, without compromising privacy, branding, or user experience.

Barcode Scanner SDKs for iOS, Android, and HTML5

Equip your app with fast, reliable barcode scanning technology validated by millions of real-world scans. Ideal for retail, shopping, inventory, manufacturing, and other mobile barcode scanning use cases.

Need licensing details? See our Barcode SDK Pricing & FAQ page or to request a quote.

Mobile barcode scanner SDK for iOS and Android

Barcode Scanner SDK for iOS and Android

VS Barcode Reader is a 100% offline mobile barcode scanner SDK for iPhone, iPad, and Android apps, built to handle blurry, damaged, and difficult barcodes.

HTML5 barcode app shell

HTML5 Barcode App Shell

Launch barcode-enabled mobile apps with the flexibility of HTML5 and the convenience of a native app wrapper.

Why Developers Choose Vision Smarts

Fast deployment of mobile barcode scanning across iOS and Android devices

White-label licensing so your app keeps its own brand and interface

Lightweight SDK integration with absolute privacy guarantees

Proven barcode scanning technology tested in real consumer apps

Barcode Scanner Apps by Vision Smarts

Use these apps to test our barcode scanning technology in real-world conditions and evaluate whether it fits your product requirements.