Snap Decoder Android

Snap Decoder

Decode your keys in a Snap! Quick decoding tool for locksmiths.

Features & Capabilities

Decode your keys in a Snap!

No more fumbling with clumsy calipers and scraps of papers, let Snap Decoder take all the hassle out of decoding keys for you.

Snap Decoder integrates directly with InstaCode Live for Android! Simply open the Find Bitting interface in InstaCode Live for Android, and the SnapDecoder logo will appear in the top right of the menu-bar if the series can be decoded! This allows InstaCode Live for Android users to decode up to 6500 key series!

The app also come pre-loaded with a sample of common key series for non-InstaCode Live for Android users to use, including various single sided, double sided keys, track, channel and laser keys! Key blank references provided for Keyline, Silca, Ilco and JMA key blanks. No need to search for equivalent key blanks online!

Select the key blank of your key, take a quick snap and read the bitting in record time.

Snap Decoder is programmed with proprietary key edge detection algorithms. If your photo is on a plain, white background and in focus, the app will detect all the features of the key and calculate the bitting in seconds.

Sometimes, shadows cause false edges or a locksmith may have filed down the tip of the key. Snap Decoder provides you the tools to rapidly account for these discrepancies and have your key decoded accurately every time.

Then, send the bitting to InstaCode Live for Android to convert the bitting into the code and cut the key in a flash (on one of the InstaCode Live for Android supported key machines).

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
WHSoftware
Downloads:
71,365 58
Rating:
2.80
(186)
Version:
3.4 Last updated: 2025-10-28
Version code:
24
Creation date:
2015-02-24
Publisher country:
NZ NZ
Permissions:
  • android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
  • android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
  • android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
  • com.whsoftware.snapdecoder.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Size:
6.69MB
Email:
su*****@whsoftware.com
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-05
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
WHSoftware
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.whsoftware.snapdecoder
Email:
su*****@whsoftware.com
Website:
http://www.whsoftware.com/

User Reviews

Snap Decoder offers a useful tool for decoding key bitting and recording it, especially for certain key types. However, multiple users report significant stability issues including frequent crashes on launch and camera access, particularly on newer Android devices and versions. The app lacks the ability to save progress and cannot load existing photos from the gallery, diminishing convenience. Users also wish for broader key type support and improved compatibility. Despite these cons, the app's core functionality remains helpful for key decoding tasks when it works.
Pros
  • Accurately decodes certain key types like Kwikset and Schlage.
  • Useful for determining key bitting and having a record of it.
  • Good concept and idea behind the app.
  • Free to use with straightforward functionality.
  • Helpful in situations where key code is unknown.
Cons
  • App frequently crashes on launch or when opening the camera, especially on newer Android versions.
  • Cannot save progress or decoded information within the app.
  • Lacks ability to load photos from the gallery for decoding; users must take photos within the app.
  • Limited key types supported; users desire more key series and custom options.
  • Poor compatibility with current Android software, causing app to not open or operate properly.
Recent reviews
Crashes on opening camera. Pixel 3a, running the most recent version of android. C'mon, people have been leaving similar reviews for three months...
by Ni*****, 2024-05-29

It doesn't save any of your progress. So you can go back and reference your code that you need to recut the key at the machine
by Wi*****, 2023-08-19
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