Comparison

QODE vs Keepad

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QODE

Enhance your keyboard experience with this app. Monitor battery life, quickly launch your favorite apps and websites with custom shortcuts, and manage multiple language layouts. Stay updated with the latest software and provide direct feedback to the development team.

Highlights
  • Battery life indicator
  • Quick-launch app shortcuts
  • Multiple language/layout options
  • Software update notifications
  • Direct customer feedback channel
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The first of its kind, the QODE App is the perfect companion to our award-winning keyboards. The QODE App acts as a concierge for your keyboard, offering: Battery life indicator Never guess when to charge your keyboard. The App keeps a constant eye on your battery, letting you know how much power you have left, and notifies you when it’s time to charge up. Quick-launch shortcuts for your favorite apps Forget swiping and searching for your apps, set up Quick Launch keys to access apps and websites using simple keystrokes on your keyboard. Your favorite destinations are only a keystroke away. Multiple keyboard language/layout options Much like you, our keyboards speak multiple languages. Cycle through different languages available on your keyboard, and see them laid out on screen. You can even print or save the layouts for reference while you work. Language Layout Support for: US English UK English Traditional Chinese Simplified Chinese French German Spanish Italian Swedish Danish Russian Turkish Korean Japanese Thai Software updates While you work, the App regularly checks for software updates to enhance your keyboard. It will instantly notify you of any new software and ask if, and when, you would like to install it. Customer feedback options The App connects you directly to the QODE team giving us feedback on your experiences. Whether it’s a suggestion to improve our keyboards, finding the answer to a question, or just to tell us how you like the App, we look forward to hearing from you! Compatible with the following QODE keyboards: • Ultimate Pro for iPad Air 2 (F5L176) • Ultimate Pro for iPad Air (F5L171)

About

Keepad

Features
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Keepad turns your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard, touchpad, macropad, and MIDI controller for your computer. Create custom layouts with buttons for shortcuts, macros, mouse actions, MIDI notes, MIDI CC controls, and more. Nearly every button can be customized, including its label, color, function, modifiers, and behavior. Use layers to build different control surfaces for different apps, workflows, or machines. With the optional Beecon desktop app, Keepad can automatically switch layers based on the active app on your computer. Keepad requires a compatible custom Bluetooth dongle, available separately with a one-time purchase.

Screenshots

Keepad1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Keepad at monthly against QODE's every 8 months. QODE's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QODE ships an update every 8 months, Keepad monthly. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
QODE versus Keepad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQODEKeepad
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (24 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews13.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings24 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBelkin International, Inc.Willbotic, LLC

Bugs and requests

QODE

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Firmware update fails on iOS 9.1 and above
  • App stuck on splash screen
  • Keyboard shortcuts only work within QODE app
  • Shortcuts require manual screen tap confirmation
  • App crashes when customizing keys
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  • Bluetooth connection drops every 10 minutes
  • Backspace key stops working
  • App doesn't recognize paired keyboard
  • Feedback email button non-functional
  • Language switching not working properly
  • App shows incorrect keyboard layout (AZERTY vs QWERTY)
  • Firmware update notification persists despite incompatibility
  • Accessibility lag when using zoom feature
  • Battery percentage indicator inaccurate

Requested features

10 requests
  • Update app for latest iOS versions
  • Shortcuts should work without screen confirmation tap
  • Support for all QODE keyboard models
  • Keyboard remapping functionality
  • Ability to disable Siri button
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  • Shortcuts for any app, not just recognized ones
  • Working feedback/support email system
  • Improved documentation for setup and features
  • Firmware update via computer as alternative
  • Battery indicator in status bar like other devices

Keepad

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

QODE

No in-app purchases

None

Keepad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QODE free?
QODE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Keepad free?
Keepad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QODE or Keepad have ads?
Neither QODE nor Keepad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QODE or Keepad?
QODE ships an update every 8 months, and Keepad monthly. Most recently, QODE was updated on September 21, 2026 and Keepad on September 21, 2026.

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