bcWebCam vs Quick Scan
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| Figure | bcWebCam | Quick Scan |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 0 |
| Spec score · Scanner Software | 9.0 (#2) | 6.9 (#21) |
| Purpose | bcWebCam uses a webcam to read EAN barcodes and QR codes, then copies the contents into a browser, notebook, or other application. | Quick Scan scans images from WIA-compatible scanners and automatically saves them with minimal user interaction. |
Plans
bcWebCam
- bcWebCam Free EditionFree
- bcWebCam FREE EDITIONFree
- bcWebCam PRO1 EDITION€4,989, paid once
- bcWebCam PRO1 EDITION€4,998, paid once
- bcWebCam PRO2 EDITION€11,662, paid once
- bcWebCam PRO2 EDITION€11,662, paid once
In their own words
bcWebCam
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.