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Driver Codes vs MediaShelf

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Driver Codes compared with MediaShelf
DetailDriver Codes logo Driver CodesMediaShelf logo MediaShelf
What it doesYour driving licence, in one secure app Your physical media collection in your pocket
StageEstablished Not given
Founded2019 Not given
Based inGB CA
Pricing modelFreemium Free
PricingConsumer app: free for iOS and Android. Business checks: £1 per app-linked check, or £1.60 when checks run via DVLA Access to Driver Data (ADD); pay-as-you-go with no lock-in contract. Not given
Key features
  • Real-time DVLA licence information updated from Gov.uk systems
  • Generate and share DVLA check codes in one tap
  • View penalty points and endorsements
  • Track Driver CPC training hours and course information
  • Vehicle search and garage with MOT and tax reminders
  • Live fuel prices to find nearest and cheapest fuel
  • Real-time UK road incidents and 7-day closure forecasts
  • Automated scheduled fleet licence re-checks with instant alerts
  • REST API for integrations with HR and transport systems
  • Barcode scanning for books, vinyl, CDs, DVDs, and games
  • AI Scanner to identify items from photos of covers
  • Automatic cover art and metadata lookup
  • Duplicate checking while shopping
  • Wishlist for titles you don't own yet
  • Collections organized by media type or custom categories
  • Location tracking for physical items
  • Discover New York Times bestsellers and staff picks
  • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets
  • Available in five languages
What makes it different
  • No share code chasing: uses long-lived app mandates instead of requiring fresh codes every few weeks
  • Pay-as-you-go fleet pricing with no lock-in contract
  • Drivers never pay for compliance checking
  • Trusted by 100,000+ UK drivers with 4.8-star ratings
  • Cyber Essentials certified and ICO registered for security and UK data governance
  • AI Scanner identifies items from cover photos when barcodes aren't available
  • Private by default with no account required; library stays on your device
  • Rich automatic metadata and cover art for every item scanned
  • Beautiful interface with eight themes and multiple layout options
  • Optional iCloud Sync keeps library private in your own Apple iCloud account
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)26 no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)94
Citation Flow (Majestic)214
Referring domains (Majestic)492

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