Anyline
Mobile OCR SDK provider specializing in real-time data capture for automotive, utilities, and logistics industries with offline AI processing capabilities.
Overview
Anyline operates as a mobile-first OCR SDK provider with cross-platform capabilities spanning iOS, Android, and web browsers. The company has secured $36M across six funding rounds since 2014, with their largest Series B completed in July 2021 and most recent grant funding in March 2024.
Founded over 10 years ago, Anyline serves 200+ global customers including Fortune 500 companies. Their technical architecture centers on a C++ core enabling real-time video stream processing with complete offline functionality, addressing edge computing requirements where internet connectivity is unreliable.
The platform has expanded beyond mobile-only deployment with their Web SDK now available via npm package (@anyline/anyline-js) with TypeScript support, signaling recognition that omnichannel document processing is becoming essential for enterprise adoption.
Key Features and Benefits
- Real-Time Video Processing: Analyzes multiple frames without requiring static photo capture
- Complete Offline Functionality: All processing occurs on-device without cloud connectivity requirements
- Cross-Platform SDK: C++ core supports iOS, Android, Windows UWP with React Native, Cordova, and Xamarin frameworks
- AR/Smart Glasses Support: Compatible with Google Glass, Vuzix, and Epson devices
- Performance Claims: Up to 20x faster than manual data entry
- Extensive Barcode Support: 40+ symbologies with low-light operation
- Custom Configuration: JSON-based view configuration with Tesseract language support and regex validation
Use Cases
Automotive
Digital tire inspection including DOT number scanning, VIN identification, license plate recognition, and fleet management applications.
Utilities & Energy
Analog, dial, and digital meter reading supporting remote field operations with claimed 90% reduction in reading time.
Logistics & Retail
Barcode scanning, shipping container identification, and inventory management applications.
Identity & Security
ID card and passport scanning, MRZ document processing, and driver's license verification.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS, Android, Windows UWP, Web browsers |
| Frameworks | React Native, Cordova, Xamarin, TypeScript |
| Processing | Real-time video stream analysis, offline AI |
| Barcode Support | 40+ symbologies |
| AR Devices | Google Glass, Vuzix, Epson smart glasses |
| Configuration | JSON-based, custom Tesseract training |
| Licensing | Community (free non-commercial), Enterprise |
Resources
- Anyline Technology Overview
- Anyline Homepage
- Anyline OCR Meter Reading
- Anyline Custom OCR SDK Tutorial
- Anyline Web SDK GitHub Repository
- Android SDK Integration Guide
Contact Information
Anyline GmbH
Headquarters: Vienna, Austria
Website: anyline.com
