Scandit
Scandit enables mobile devices to capture and decode barcodes reliably in any condition.
Scandit provides enterprise-grade computer vision SDK technology that enables smart data capture—barcode scanning, text and object recognition—on any mobile device or smart camera. The platform allows third-party apps to integrate advanced barcode scanning that works reliably in extreme conditions: low light, damaged labels, and challenging angles. Scandit's proprietary algorithms achieve 5x faster scanning speeds compared to competitors and serve over 1,700 global customers across retail, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.
Problem solved
Enterprises struggle with unreliable barcode scanning in real-world conditions (low light, damaged labels, poor angles), leading to workflow delays, data entry errors, and inefficient asset tracking and inventory management.
Target customer
Enterprise companies in retail, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing that need to digitize physical workflows—specifically those deploying mobile barcode scanning at scale across field teams, warehouses, and stores.
Founders
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Samuel Mueller
CEO & Co-Founder
PhD from ETH Zurich, visiting scientist at MIT, former corporate researcher at IBM Zurich Research Lab with three IBM Invention Achievement Awards; deep expertise in mobile computer vision.
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Christian Floerkemeier
VP Product & CTO, Co-Founder
Associate Director of Auto-ID Lab at MIT, member of MIT RFID research team; technical lead behind Scandit's patented barcode scanner technology.
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Christof Roduner
CIO & VP Engineering, Co-Founder
Researcher at ETH Zurich and MIT, IoT expert with prior work on projects for Deutsche Telekom, Nokia, NTT DoCoMo, and SAP; leads Scandit's software development organization.
Funding history
Seed
$104K
March 2010
Led by Unknown
· Unknown
Pre-Series A
$5.5M
March 2014
Led by Unknown
· Unknown
Series A
$7.5M
January 2017
Led by Unknown
· Unknown
Series B
$30M
July 2018
Led by GV
· Unknown
Series C
$80M
May 2020
Led by G2VP
· Unknown
Series D
$150M
February 2022
Led by Warburg Pincus
· Atomico, Forestay Capital, G2VP, GV, Kreos, NGP Capital, Schneider Electric, Sony Innovation Fund by IGV, Swisscom Ventures
Total raised:
$273M
Pricing
Annual subscription model with flexible options: pay based on deployment scale and features selected, or choose usage-based pricing (devices/scans). Enterprise pricing is custom. Free Community Edition available for education.
Notable customers
7-Eleven, Alaska Airlines, Carrefour, FedEx, Hermes, Johns Hopkins Hospital, La Poste, Levi Strauss & Co, Mount Sinai Hospital, Sephora, Toyota, Yamato Transport
Website
Competitors
Zebra Technologies
Hardware-focused barcode scanning leader; Scandit differentiates by enabling any smartphone to be a scanner without proprietary hardware.
Honeywell Scanning & Mobility
Enterprise-grade scanning but primarily hardware-dependent; Scandit's software-only approach is more flexible and cost-effective for existing mobile device deployments.
Code Corporation
Provides barcode scanning SDKs but lacks Scandit's advanced computer vision capabilities for low-light and damaged barcode scenarios.
Why this matters: Scandit achieved unicorn status in 2022 with $273M in total funding, backed by top-tier investors including Warburg Pincus and GV. The company represents a successful shift in enterprise mobility—replacing specialized hardware with intelligent software running on commodity smartphones—making it a bellwether for digital transformation in logistics, retail, and healthcare.
Best for: Enterprise organizations deploying mobile-first workflows in retail, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing that need reliable barcode scanning across thousands of field devices in real-world conditions.
Use cases
Warehouse Inventory Management
Logistics companies use Scandit to enable warehouse staff to scan barcodes on packages and pallets using smartphones, even in low-light loading areas. The 5x speed improvement reduces processing time and errors in receiving and shipping operations.
Retail Point-of-Sale and Stock Verification
Retailers like Carrefour and Sephora use Scandit-powered mobile apps for staff to verify inventory, process returns, and check pricing from anywhere in the store. Fast, reliable scanning in variable lighting conditions speeds up customer service.
Healthcare Asset Tracking
Hospitals like Johns Hopkins and Mount Sinai use Scandit to track medical equipment and supplies by scanning damaged or partially obscured barcodes on devices. The technology works reliably in clinical environments without dedicated scanning hardware.
Package and Parcel Delivery
Courier services like Hermes and La Poste use Scandit for field operations to scan package barcodes during pickup and delivery, even on packages with worn or folded labels. Reliable scanning in outdoor and variable conditions improves delivery accuracy.
Alternatives
Zebra MotionWorks
Requires Zebra proprietary hardware for optimal performance; Scandit works on any mobile device.
Apple Vision Kit
Native Apple framework limited to iOS; Scandit provides cross-platform SDK for iOS, Android, and web with enterprise-grade support.
OpenCV
Open-source computer vision library requiring significant engineering effort to build production barcode scanning; Scandit is turnkey enterprise software with support.
FAQ
What does Scandit do? +
Scandit provides a software SDK that enables barcode scanning, text recognition, and object detection on mobile devices and smart cameras. It uses proprietary computer vision algorithms to reliably scan barcodes in challenging conditions—low light, damaged labels, and poor angles—5x faster than competitors.
How much does Scandit cost? +
Scandit uses a flexible annual subscription model based on deployment scale and features. Pricing is customized per enterprise needs. A free Community Edition is available for education. Contact Scandit for specific pricing.
What are alternatives to Scandit? +
Zebra MotionWorks (hardware-focused scanning), Apple Vision Kit (iOS-only framework), OpenCV (open-source but requires custom development), and Honeywell Scanning & Mobility (enterprise hardware scanning).
Who uses Scandit? +
Enterprise organizations in retail, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing. Notable customers include Carrefour, FedEx, Levi Strauss & Co, Sephora, Toyota, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Scandit serves over 1,700 global customers.
How does Scandit compare to Zebra Technologies? +
Scandit is a software-only solution that turns any smartphone into a barcode scanner; Zebra requires proprietary hardware. Scandit's strength is flexibility, cost-effectiveness on existing devices, and superior performance in low-light conditions. Zebra dominates integrated hardware-software solutions for large deployments.
Tags
barcode scanning
computer vision
mobile SDKs
smart data capture
enterprise mobility
logistics
retail
healthcare
object recognition