Android 2d barcode scanners are applications that can be downloaded and used on an Android cell phone. The Android operating system is a mobile platform, that can be used as an operating system for cell phones, netbooks, tablets and other handheld devices. Android was bought by Google in 2005 and has since been developed by Google and the Open Handset Alliance as part of the Android Open Source Project. There are currently over 200,000 applications available f0r Android, many of which are available for download from the Android Market – an online store run by Google.
In this article we are going to look at some of the Android 2d barcode scanners that are available, and provide some links and reviews to help those of you who are interested in 2d barcodes on Android phones.
ShopSavvy Android Barcode Scanner
Up until a recent update, the ShopSavvy Barcode Scanner was considered one of the best 2d barcode scanners for for Android phones. In fact, it was one of the original Android shopping apps. With ShopSavvy, when you scan a barcode the app quickly compares the item between online retailers and retailers in your area, and will tell you which stores currently stock the item. It also offers wish lists for you to store items you wish to buy in the future, and will track price alerts for when an item is reduced in price. It also retains a history of items you have searched for or scanned in so you can review past interests.
Unfortunately, the latest reviews I have read on ShopSavvy complain about the new update – Version 4. The app now comes with live feeds showing what other people are currently scanning. Users complain that an interface that used to be clean is now messy, and the feature is annoying, it cannot be switched off, and drains resources.
Take a look at the ShopSavvy App here
ZXing Team Barcode Scanner
For those of you who think ZXing is an obscure name, it’s short for ‘Zebra Crossing’ – which really is obscure! But don’t let that that distract you from possibly the best 2d barcode scanner app for Android that is available. The ZXing Barcode Scanner will scan any barcode and give you the option to do a Google product search, web search or shopper search with your results. If you use it to scan a tracking label it will even tell you who your courier service is and when you can expect delivery. 2D scanning will release all the text and contact information in a QR code, you can even do a bulk scan and save your results.
Take a look at the ZXing Team Barcode Scanner here
Google Goggles Augmented Reality and Barcode Scanner
The Google Goggles Augmented Reality (also known as AR) and Barcode Scanner app provides an interesting combination of features, and although not yet perfect, this may well be one to watch. The app uses your smartphone camera for input, so if you point it at a landmark it will take that image and attempt to match the image with Google search results. The interesting part is that it also recognises barcodes, logos, and can translate text – This makes it perfect as a business card scanner as it will read the text, logo and barcode and add a contact to your address book.
Take a look at the Google Goggles Scanner here
ixMAT Barcode Scanner
The ixMAT barcode scanner uses the ZXing GUI and QR decoder in conjunction with the ixMAT barcode and DataMatrix scanning technology. With some criticisms of it’s speed, this scanner does claim to be a universal scanner with the ability to scan a multitude of barcode sources. Using contacts access permissions on your smartphone, the app will also allow you to create a barcode from contact details and display it on your phone for someone else to swipe from and keep.
For more on the ixMAT Barcode Scanner chekc it out on the iXellence website
ScanLife Barcode Scanner
Focused on the US market, the ScanLife barcode scanner claims to be a universal scanner, and will scan both 1d and 2d barcodes enabling the user to see comparison prices, local prices, reviews and nutritional info.
The ScanLife website can be found here: scanlife.com
MobileTag Barcode Reader
Mobile tag is yet another barcode reader for Android, but with an emphasis on its integration with a price comparison function. MobileTag is a universal scanner which will read a range of barcodes, including Flashcode, DataMatrix, QR Codes and conventional linear 1d barcodes too. Great for comparison shopping.
Why not visit the mobiletag website here: mobiletag.com
Google Shopper Android App
With so many apps utilizing Google Search, it makes sense that Google should create its own barcode scanner and product search app for Android. The Google Shopper app will recognise products by appearance, packaging, barcode scan, or voice or text search, and provides a variety of results powered by Google!
The Google Shopper website is here
QuickMark QR Code Reader
Quickmark is another android barcode scanner app that will scan a range of barcode formats including Quick Code, QR Code, DataMatrix, EAN 8/13, code 39 and code 128. It also allows you to add contacts, navigate maps, share info, and access web links, etc.
Take a look at the site here: quickmark.com
NeoReader Android Barcode Scanner
NeoReader is described as a universal barcode scanner, and will scan a multitude of sources, including 2d barcodes, DataMatrix, QR Codes and Aztec as well as ‘traditional’ 1d barcodes such as UPC and EAN.
The NeoReader website can be found here: neoreader.com
Shopper Online Scanner App
Shopper Online by InfoLife claims to recognise a variety of product inputs, including barcode scanning, voice and text search. This app allows you to find and compare products, create a favourites list and sends alerts when prices change.
Take a look at the website here: Infolife.mobi
MyFitnessPal Calorie Counter and Barcode Scanner for Android
Having been featured in USA Today, Marie Claire, Family Circle, NBC, Shape, CNET, and the Today Show, the MyFitnessPal Calorie Counter barcode scanner has already had quite a lot of publicity. But this is a calorie counter with a difference – it now has a barcode scanner for Android! With a claim to have the largest food database of any Android calorie counter, MyFitnessPal is certainly one to recommend if your main priority is to lose or add weight.
Take a look here: myfitnesspal.com
QR Droid 2d Barcode Scanner
With a very positive PCWorld.com review and 5 out of 5 mark, QR Droid is certainly worth a look. And if you want an all in one QR reader, scanner and generator for your Android phone then this may well be for you. You can use it to generate a QR barcode from anything – stored images, URLs, camera, calender events, phone numbers, geo-locations, text messages or just about anything else, and QR Droid will store a history of all your actions for future reference.
Take a look here: qrdroid.com
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