If Softmatic BarcodePlus on macOS was an important part of your workflow then don’t panic, we have your back!
Barcode Basics from Ghostotter is fully Catalina compatible, available now… and cheaper. It’s also code-signed and notarised by Apple so you can be sure it doesn’t contain any hidden nasties.
So, why pick Barcode Basics?
Competitive price
Wide range of codes and output formats
Compatible with macOS Catalina
Over 2500 active users
Under continuous, active development since 2013
Includes Automator actions
Dark mode support
There’s no need to hang around waiting to go to Catalina – switch to Barcode Basics today! More info about Barcode Basics
Recently, we’ve had a few questions about 64-bit apps and also code signing. It seemed sensible to talk about them here, rather than keep repeating the same message!
64-bit applications
A number of users have asked whether our macOS barcode app, Barcode Basics is a 64-bit app. The short answer, is “yes”. But why does is matter? Well, all modern Macs have 64-bit processors. This means that apps designed to run on 64-bit processors will generally run faster and better than apps designed to run on the old legacy 32bit processors. So, why are people suddenly asking?
macOS displays this message if you try to run 32bit apps
Apple has been supporting both types of apps for quite some time, but has now announced that its current macOS (Mojave) will be the last to support 32-bit technology.
So it’s a good time to check that the apps you rely on are 64-bit, otherwise you may find yourself without them on the next major macOS release. To check whether an app is 64-bit or not, you could either contact the developer or follow these steps:
From the Apple Menu, select “About this Mac”
Click the “System Report” button
From the system report, scroll down to “Software” in the left hand sidebar, then click “Applications”
Select the Application you’re interested in and you will see a field called “64-bit (Intel)”
If you see “Yes” in the “64-bit (Intel)” field then the selected app wasdesigned for 64 bit.
We also sometimes get asked about code signing. Code signing assures you that an app is from a known source and hasn’t been tampered with since it was signed. Logically, if an app isn’t code signed then you can’t be certain where it came from or that something malicious hasn’t been done to is since it was created – a popular way of introducing malware.
All apps purchased direct from the Mac App Store are code-signed (Apple simply rejects them if they’re not). However, apps from other sources (e.g. downloaded from websites) may or may not be code signed.
Apps which are not code signed can still run on macOS, although you may get a warning when you try to run them, depending on your security settings. If this happens, you should think carefully about whether you trust the source of the app and whether you’re comfortable with the risks of running unsigned code.
Barcode Basics is 64-bit compatible and fully code signed so you can be sure it will continue to work in the next macOS, and that it hasn’t been maliciously changed since it was signed by us. Here’s a comparison between Barcode Basics and it’s competitors:
App Name
64-bit
Code Signed
Price Per User
Barcode Basics
Yes
Yes
$19.99
MBC4
Yes
Yes
$395
Agamick Barcoder
Yes
No
$97 - $195 (depending on functionality)
Barcode X
Yes
Yes
$386
Barcode Producer
No
Yes
$299
iBarcoder
Yes
Yes
$49.99
Data correct at October 2018. Some prices shown were converted to USD using exchange rates at time of writing.
While we have your attention… why not check out our macOS apps?
Thanks to mmaaaxx for the five star review of Barcode Basics on the Mac App Store
I am just using this to make basic UPC-A barcodes for products, but it’s a pretty slick little program and does exactly what I need with no fuss. (5/5) stars from mmaaaxx , USA
From now until the end of the month (31st August 2019), our flagship macOS barcode creation app, Barcode Basics is on sale at the knockdown price of $9.99 (or near local equivalent).
Thanks to KaelOK for the five star review of Barcode Basics on the Mac App Store
Was using an “online” software that is no longer available for mostly UPC-A and EAN 13 codes. I decided I would like the convenience of having software installed on my machine. I chose Barcode Basics because of cost ($19.99) and the developers responses to most all reviews. After using the application, I was very pleased at the ease to generate barcodes. I like using .eps for packaging, no issues at all. (5/5) stars from Kael OK , USA
All users get free support for Ghostotter products. However, we understand that our software is business-critical for some users and they need a faster support response than other users.
If that sounds like you then you might want to consider purchasing a priority support subscription (PSS). A PSS enhances the support options for your product with the following benefits:
A faster response
We always try to respond to support requests as quickly as possible. However, some users need a super-fast response. With a PSS, we will respond to your support request within 1 working day. (Normal response time is within 3 days).
A dedicated support contact
You will have a dedicated member of the Ghostotter development team who will be your first point of contact should you need help. NB. Contact will be via email and in English.
Priority support
Support requests from users with a PSS will be dealt with ahead of other support requests.
Priority development requests
Development requests (e.g. new feature requests) from users with a PSS will be prioritised ahead of other development requests. Be aware that not all development requests will be accepted.
This does exactly what I need it too and it paid for itself in one usage. Make a batch of UPC-A codes for a client. Quick response from the developer was a pleasant surprise as well. (5/5) stars from Catguy , UK
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