Barcode inventory system
Scan, count and track stock with the phone in your pocket
StockSimple turns any phone into a barcode scanner for your shop, warehouse or service van. No scanners to buy, no app to install — from $6.99/month.
No credit card · cancel anytime · scanning on every plan
Everything a barcode system should do
Phone camera scanning
Scan barcodes and QR codes in the browser — no app store, no hardware.
Continuous scan mode
Rapid-fire stock in, stock out and counts with sound and vibration feedback.
Barcode & QR labels
Print label sheets for products, bins and shelves, with optional expiry dates.
Low-stock emails
A daily email lists items at or below their reorder level.
Multiple locations
Track stock per warehouse, shop or van, and move it with transfers.
Excel & CSV import
Bring your spreadsheet in minutes with a preview before anything is saved.
Set it up in three steps
- Step 1
Add your products
Import your Excel or CSV list, or add items by hand. Existing manufacturer barcodes can be saved on each product.
- Step 2
Print labels
Print barcode or QR label sheets for items, shelves and bins that don't have a code yet.
- Step 3
Scan to move stock
Open Scan on your phone, pick stock in, stock out or count, and scan. Every change is logged in your movement history.
Phone scanning vs. traditional handheld scanners
| StockSimple on your phone | Typical handheld scanner setup | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware needed | Phone or tablet you already own | Dedicated handheld scanners per person |
| Setup time | Minutes — import a spreadsheet and print labels | Often days, with device setup and training |
| Software price | From $6.99/month, no contract | Varies; often quoted per device or per seat |
| Works at a job site or in a van | Yes, wherever your phone has a browser | Depends on the device and its software |
| Low-stock alerts & reports | Included | Depends on the software bought with it |
General comparison for illustration; hardware and software options vary by vendor. Check current pricing and features with any provider before buying. StockSimple prices are as listed on our pricing section as of October 2026.
Comparing specific tools? See StockSimple vs Sortly and StockSimple vs inFlow.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a barcode scanner?
No. StockSimple scans barcodes and QR codes with the camera on your phone, tablet or laptop in the browser. A USB or Bluetooth scanner that types into a field also works if you already have one.
Can I use the barcodes already on my products?
Yes. Save the manufacturer's barcode (EAN/UPC) on the product and scanning it will find the item. For items without one, StockSimple generates its own barcode or QR label.
Which plans include barcode scanning?
Barcode and QR scanning and label printing are included on every plan from Starter Lite ($6.99/month) and during the 14-day free trial.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. It runs in the browser on iPhone and Android and can be added to your home screen like an app. The camera needs permission the first time.
Can I scan many items quickly?
Yes. Continuous scan mode keeps the camera open so you can scan item after item for stock in, stock out or a stock count, with a sound and vibration on each scan.