I need help finding a third-party QR code scanning solution for my Windows Mobile app that uses .NET Compact Framework. The library needs to handle both camera integration and barcode decoding functionality.
I already tested QuickMark which works through external calls and Windows Messages communication. While it functions okay, it has limitations like requiring separate installation and lacks some configuration options I need.
What other reliable QR code libraries are available for Windows Mobile? I’m particularly interested in open source options or solutions that have been verified across multiple device models. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
try zxing.net - it’s open source and works well on compact framework. had good luck with it on older wm6 devices, tho u might need to tweak camera settings depending on ur hardware.
I’ve used DataMatrix.net on several Windows Mobile projects and it’s been pretty reliable for QR scanning. Big advantage is it integrates directly into your app - no need for separate installs like QuickMark. It handles camera access through DirectShow, which works consistently across different device manufacturers. Performance is decent on WM6+ devices, but you’ll definitely want to implement proper threading since decoding can freeze the UI on slower hardware. Documentation’s pretty sparse, but the API is straightforward. Only real downside is it’s not free for commercial use. Worth considering if your budget allows it though.
Check out the RedLaser SDK. It’s built for mobile barcode scanning and works great on Windows Mobile. Integration’s pretty simple - just reference their DLL and handle the callbacks. Performance beats most other solutions I’ve tried, especially on slower devices. It handles camera setup automatically and deals with different lighting pretty well. Downside is you’ll pay licensing fees for commercial use, but there’s a free trial to test it out first. I’ve deployed it on Symbol MC75 and Motorola ES400 devices without problems. Documentation’s actually decent compared to other options out there.