Scanbot SDK vs Scandit
Scanbot SDK is a Scandit alternative designed to cover a wide set of scanning workflows, including barcode, ID, document, check, and credit card capture.
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Key considerations
Here are the main considerations to help you choose a mobile scanning solution.
Enterprise-grade barcode scanning software
Both Scanbot SDK and Scandit provide enterprise-grade barcode scanning solutions designed to operate under various conditions, such as low light, reflective surfaces, or damaged codes. Both providers offer pre-built scanning modes for common industry use cases, including order picking and stock counting.
Product suite scope
Besides barcode scanning, both Scandit and Scanbot SDK offer mobile ID scanning software. The difference between the two product suites lies mainly in their areas of focus: Scandit highlights ID verification capabilities and markets solutions such as ShelfView, while Scanbot SDK focuses on mobile data capture workflows like document, check, and credit card scanning.
Offline scanning
Both Scanbot SDK and Scandit offer on-device processing with offline scanning functionality. According to Scandit’s FAQ, its SDK, depending on the license model and contract, may require network connectivity for license verification and/or analytics functionality. The Scanbot SDK does not perform license verifications or analytics and thus operates entirely offline, without connecting to external or third-party servers.
“With hundreds of thousands of expected users, we needed a solution that wouldn’t cost a fortune at our scale. Scanbot SDK’s flat-fee model saves us a significant amount of costs compared to alternatives, without any compromise on scanning reliability.“
Side-by-side feature comparison
From scanning modules to barcode types, platform support and pricing, here’s how Scanbot SDK and Scandit stack up against each other.
Barcode scanning
Yes
Yes
Document scanning
Yes
The Scanbot Document Scanner SDK lets users generate high-quality scans suitable for processing.
Key features: automatic capture and cropping, user guidance, image cleanup (e.g., glare, shadows, fingers), filters (grayscale, binarization), and the Document Quality Analyzer (DoQA).
No
Data extraction from ID documents
Yes
Yes
ID authenticity validation
No
Yes
MRZ scanning
Yes
Yes
VIN scanning
Yes
Yes
EHIC scanning
Yes
Yes
Check scanning
Yes
The Scanbot Check Scanner SDK extracts information, such as the check, routing, and account number, from the MICR code on paper checks.
No
German medical certificate scanning
Yes
The German Medical Certificate Scanner SDK extracts patient data such as name, diagnosis, and health insurance number.
No
Credit card scanning
Yes
The Scanbot Credit Card Scanner SDK extracts bank information including card number, cardholder name, and expiry date from Visa, Mastercard and American Express cards.
No
OCR
Yes
Yes
Native SDKs
Yes
- Android
- iOS
- Windows (UWP, Win UI3)
Yes
- Android
- iOS
Web SDK
Yes
JavaScript + WebAssembly (WASM)
Yes
JavaScript + WebAssembly (WASM)
Cross-platform frameworks
Yes
- React Native
- Flutter
- Ionic Capacitor
- Cordova
- .NET, MAUI
- Xamarin & Xamarin.Forms
- Compose Multiplatform
Yes
- React Native
- Flutter
- Ionic Capacitor
- Cordova
- .NET, MAUI
- Xamarin & Xamarin.Forms
- Titanium
Embedded/Server solutions
Yes
Linux
- Low-level C API
- Python API
- Node.JS API
- Java API
Yes
Linux
- Low-level C API
- (Python API)
Note: Scandit states that Python bindings are not an officially supported product and that they are provided on a best-effort basis.
1D barcodes
Yes
- Codabar
- Code 11
- Code 128
- Code 25
- Code 32
- Code 39
- Code 93
- EAN
- GS1 DataBar
- GS1 DataBar Expanded
- GS1 DataBar Limited
- GS1-128
- IATA 2 of 5
- Industrial 2 of 5
- ITF
- MSI Plessey
- PZN
- UPC-A
- UPC-E
- One-track Pharmacode
- Two-track Pharmacode
Yes
- Codabar
- Code 11
- Code 128
- Code 25
- Code 32
- Code 39
- Code 93
- EAN
- GS1 DataBar
- GS1 DataBar Expanded
- GS1 DataBar Limited
- GS1-128
- IATA 2 of 5
- Industrial 2 of 5
- ITF
- MSI Plessey
- PZN
- UPC-A
- UPC-E
- Matrix 2 of 5
2D barcodes
Yes
- Aztec Code
- Data Matrix Code
- GS1 DataBar Composite
- MaxiCode
- Micro QR Code
- MicroPDF417 Code
- PDF417 Code
- QR Code
- rMQR Code
Yes
- Aztec Code
- Data Matrix Code
- GS1 DataBar Composite
- MaxiCode
- Micro QR Code
- MicroPDF417 Code
- PDF417 Code
- QR Code
- rMQR Code
- ArUco
- DotCode
Postal symbologies
Yes
- USPS Intelligent Mail Barcode
- RM4SCC Barcode
- Australia Post 4-State Customer Code
- Japan Post 4-State Customer Code
- KIX
Yes
- USPS Intelligent Mail Barcode
- RM4SCC Barcode
- Australia Post 4-State Customer Code
- Japan Post 4-State Customer Code
- KIX
- Posi LAPA 4-State Code
- UPU S18 4-State Code
- French Postal Code
- Swiss Post 4-State Code
Single Scanning
Detect one barcode at a time.
Yes
Yes
Batch Scanning
Scan multiple codes in succession within one session.
Yes
Yes
Multi Scanning
Capture several barcodes simultaneously from a single camera view.
Yes
Yes
Find & Pick
Visually highlight specific barcodes for selective scanning.
Yes
Yes
Scan & Count
Count multiple items automatically in one go.
Yes
Yes
AR Overlay
Display and select detected barcodes with an augmented reality view.
Yes
Yes
Label scanning
Capture barcode and text data simultaneously.
No
Yes
Data parsers
Extract structured information from 1D and 2D barcodes.
Yes
- AAMVA (US Driver’s Licenses, Certificate of Motor Vehicle Title barcodes)
- ID Cards (PDF417)
- Boarding Pass (IATA BCBP)
- GS1 Application Identifier
- HIBC (Health Industry Bar Code)
- Swiss QR Code
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
- German Medical Certificate (AU)
- vCard (Contact Information)
- SEPA QR (EPC QR Code)
- German Medication Plan (Medikationsplan)
Yes
- AAMVA (US Driver’s Licenses, Certificate of Motor Vehicle Title barcodes)
- ID Cards (PDF417)
- Boarding Pass (IATA BCBP)
- GS1 Application Identifier
- HIBC (Health Industry Bar Code)
- Swiss QR Code
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
- GS1 Digital Link
CCPA and GDPR
Yes
Yes
On-device processing
Yes
Yes
Offline capability
Yes
Yes
Usage tracking
No
No tracking whatsoever.
Yes
Third-party dependencies
Low risk
Has minimal external dependencies.
Low risk
Has minimal external dependencies.
Licensing model
Fixed, annual pricing
Pricing is fixed, with unlimited scans on unlimited devices.
Fixed or flexible pricing
Pricing can be customized. Fixed pricing with unlimited scans on unlimited devices is also possible.
Free trial options
Yes
- 7-day free trial: Self-service trial license, no login/email required
- Extended PoC license: Available upon request
Limited
- 14-day free trial: For Scandit Express
- 30-day free trial: For Scandit SDKs
- Trial license extension: Available upon request
Enterprise support
Yes
Technical support team with years of experience.
Yes
Technical support team with years of experience.
Documentation
Yes
Yes
Sample projects & demos
Yes
Offers sample projects for each supported platform, covering all scanning modules.
Test the Scanbot SDK in the demo apps.
Yes
Offers sample projects for each supported platform, covering all scanning modules.
Pre-built UI components
Yes
Yes
No-code solutions
No
Yes
Offers a no-code mobile app, Scandit Express, for barcode, ID, and label scanning.
