# FuelRod vs ScanKeep

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FuelRod at none against ScanKeep's 1. FuelRod also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). ScanKeep's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScanKeep sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. FuelRod asks for nothing beyond the download.

FuelRod ships an update monthly, ScanKeep every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FuelRod | ScanKeep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.8 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fuelrod/id1409702743/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **67** | — |
| Positive reviews | 29.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 91 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tricopian, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1409702742) | [RUEI HUNG SHIU](https://appshunter.io/developer/6791387950) |

## What reviewers say

### FuelRod

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fuelrod/id1409702743)

This portable charging system offers a convenient way to power your mobile devices anywhere. Recharge your device on the go and then easily swap for a fresh unit at designated locations.

**Highlights:** Reusable portable charging system, On-the-go device charging, Rechargeable via wall outlet, Swap for fresh units, Includes device adapters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### ScanKeep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scankeep-safe-qr-code-scanner/id6793355514)

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScanKeep Pro (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FuelRod free?

FuelRod is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ScanKeep free?

ScanKeep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do FuelRod or ScanKeep have ads?

ScanKeep shows ads; FuelRod does not.

### Which is updated more often, FuelRod or ScanKeep?

FuelRod ships an update monthly, and ScanKeep every 2 days. Most recently, FuelRod was updated on November 2, 2026 and ScanKeep on October 31, 2026.

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