bcWebCam
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What it is
bcWebCam uses a Windows PC webcam to read EAN barcodes and QR codes, then enters the result into the active field of another application. Position the cursor in a browser, notebook, or other program and hold a code in front of the camera; the recognized item number or contents are copied there. The Free Edition reads EAN8, EAN13, and QR codes and is restricted to private use. PRO1 adds linear types including Code 128, Code 39, Code 2/5, SS1, and Post Codes; PRO2 also adds Data Matrix, PDF417, and Aztec. The maker says the free edition can be used to evaluate PRO1 and PRO2. The software is 64-bit and requires Microsoft.NET Framework 4.8. Its maker describes 640×480 as the optimized webcam resolution and says lowering a higher resolution may improve preview and recognition performance. QS QualitySoft GmbH, based in Hamburg, Germany, makes the product. Listed plans are free for Free Edition, €4,998, paid once for PRO1, and €11,662, paid once for PRO2; the pricing note says paid from €49.98.
Spec sheet
- What it does
- bcWebCam uses a webcam to read EAN and QR barcodes and copies the decoded value into the active application field.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Purpose
- bcWebCam uses a webcam to read EAN barcodes and QR codes, then copies the contents into a browser, notebook, or other application.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Privacy
- The maker's privacy policy describes personal-data processing for use of its website and identifies QS QualitySoft GmbH as the controller.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Support
- The maker lists telephone support at +49 (0)40 790 100 40 and the email address [email protected].Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Headquarters
- Hamburg, GermanyRead 28 Sep 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Maker
- The product site identifies QS QualitySoft GmbH, located in Hamburg, Germany, as the company behind the product.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- API and hosting
- The reviewed bcWebCam pages describe a desktop application and separate SDK, with no public bcWebCam web API, SDK package or self-hosting instructions stated.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Camera performance
- The maker says the application is optimized for 640×480 webcam resolution and that reducing high resolution may improve preview and recognition performance.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Camera requirement
- Softpedia lists an installed webcam or compatible video-input device as required.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softpedia.com
- Changelog feature
- Version 3.0.3 added an always-on-top setting and corrected persistence of manual-focus data.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Changelog fix
- Version 3.0.4 fixed the grace-period behavior.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Company history
- LinkedIn describes QS QualitySoft GmbH as a family-run Hamburg technology company operating since 1990.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
- Company size
- LinkedIn lists QS QualitySoft GmbH in the 2–10 employee range.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
- Developer SDK
- QualitySoft separately offers QS-Barcode SDK for integrating barcode recognition into developers' own programs and provides a developer manual.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Documentation and support
- The changelog references an updated help file and FAQ support area, while the maker provides phone and email contact details.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Download size
- The current download page lists a 20.3 MB package.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Evaluation
- The maker says to evaluate PRO1 and PRO2 using the FREEWARE edition.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Evaluation mode
- The free edition can evaluate PRO1 and PRO2, but demo barcode results are deliberately altered.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Framework requirement
- The current download changelog says version 3.0 requires Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- FREE formats
- The free edition reads EAN barcodes and QR codes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Hotkey feature
- Version 2.4 introduced a global hotkey to activate the application and start reading while the active application keeps focus.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Independent review status
- SourceForge's listing had no user reviews when opened and invited the first review.Read 15 Oct 2026 · sourceforge.net
- Intended audience
- The FREE edition is restricted to private use.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Keyboard support
- QualitySoft says the webcam and software can supplement keyboard input.Read 15 Oct 2026 · qualitysoft.de
- Latest listed version
- The download page lists bcWebCam FREE EDITION version 3.0.4 dated 11 December 2025.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Latest version
- The maker lists bcWebCam 3.0.4 dated 11 December 2025.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Licence
- The application is proprietary freeware for private use; the agreement says all rights are reserved, while the package includes the DirectShowNet library under LGPL 2.1.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- License update limit
- Version 3.0 PRO1/PRO2 cannot use an older version 2.x license file; the maker asks customers to contact them for an individual update offer.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Limit: basic automation
- SourceForge says the workflow mainly extracts data into a text field and does not automatically perform web searches or retail-site integrations.Read 15 Oct 2026 · sourceforge.net
- Limit: camera quality
- SourceForge warns that inexpensive fixed-focus webcams may struggle with small or detailed codes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · sourceforge.net
- Notable news
- QualitySoft announced QS-Barcode SDK version 5.0.1.271 with multithreading support on 2 May 2025.Read 15 Oct 2026 · qualitysoft.de
- Operating system
- The current product site describes bcWebCam as 64-bit software for Windows PCs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Post-scan actions
- Users can configure reading to stop, stop and minimize, or close the application after a successful scan.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Praise: recognition
- Softpedia rated the tool's barcode decoding as fast, accurate and broad across many symbologies.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softpedia.com
- Praise: usability
- Softpedia's editor praised the simple practical interface, quick installation and three-step tutorial.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softpedia.com
- PRO1 formats
- PRO1 adds linear symbologies such as Code 128, Code 39, Code 2/5, Code 93, Code 11, PostNet and GS1 DataBar.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- PRO2 formats
- PRO2 adds Data Matrix, PDF417 and Aztec to the PRO1 capabilities.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Professional editions
- PRO1 adds linear barcode types including Code 128, Code 39, Code 2/5, SS1, and Post Codes; PRO2 also adds Data Matrix, PDF417, and Aztec.Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Rating on Heise
- 2.1 out of 5 from 10 votesRead 15 Oct 2026 · heise.de
- Rating on Softpedia
- 3.5 out of 5 from 33 votesRead 15 Oct 2026 · softpedia.com
- SDK relationship
- bcWebCam uses QualitySoft's QS-Barcode SDK version 5.0.1.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Security measure
- The changelog states that setup and program files became digitally signed in version 2.4.0.26.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
- Supported applications
- The maker describes data entry into browsers, notebooks, editors, Excel and other programs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · qualitysoft.de
- Workflow
- The user places the cursor in a target program, presents a barcode to the camera, and the item number is inserted automatically.Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
Plans and prices
bcWebCam Free Edition Free EAN8 and EAN13 · QR Code · private use only Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
bcWebCam FREE EDITION Free EAN barcodes · QR Code · private use only Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
bcWebCam PRO1 EDITION €4,989, paid once per workstation Free features · additional linear barcode types including Code 128, Code 39, Code2/5, SS1 and Post Codes Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
bcWebCam PRO1 EDITION €4,998, paid once Linear barcodes · QR Code Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
bcWebCam PRO2 EDITION €11,662, paid once Linear barcodes · 2D barcodes Read 8 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
bcWebCam PRO2 EDITION €11,662, paid once per workstation Free and PRO1 features · Data Matrix · PDF417 · Aztec Read 15 Oct 2026 · bcwebcam.de
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Copies recognized codes into the active input field
- PRO1 adds several linear barcode types
- PRO2 adds Data Matrix, PDF417, and Aztec
- Free Edition can evaluate PRO1 and PRO2
Limits
- Free Edition is restricted to private use
- Requires Windows and Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8
- PRO1 and PRO2 are listed as one-time purchases
Who it suits
It suits Windows users who want camera-read barcode or QR contents entered directly into another application. The Free Edition is intended only for private use; broader barcode coverage is listed in the paid editions.
Verdict
bcWebCam’s core workflow sends camera-read codes straight into another application, with broader formats in PRO1 and PRO2. Check the Windows and .NET requirements and the edition limits before choosing a plan.
Where Specifiction places it
- Scanner Software#2 of 229.0
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