BasketBalance guide
Free barcode scanner app UK
Use BasketBalance as a free barcode scanner for everyday product checks, including ingredients, additives, nutrition and shopping notes where data is available.
Search and scan stay free. A free account is only needed when you want to save products and lists.
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What you can scan
BasketBalance can help check food, personal care, baby and household products where connected product data is available. You can scan a barcode or search by product name or brand.
What results may include
- product name and brand
- image and category
- ingredients and additive notes
- nutrition for food products
- non-food product notes
- source information and limited-data warnings
Why results may vary
Barcode data depends on product records from connected sources. Some products have rich ingredient and nutrition details, while others may have only a basic record or no record yet.
Best way to use it
Scan the barcode first. If the product is not found, search by product name or brand, then check the pack before buying. You can also suggest missing products for future improvement.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BasketBalance barcode scanner free?
Yes. Search and barcode scanning are free.
Do I need an account to scan?
No. An account is only needed for saved products, lists and alerts.
Can it scan non-food products?
Yes, where product data is available for personal care, baby and household products.
What if a barcode is not found?
Try searching by product name or brand and consider suggesting the product to BasketBalance.