# Bulbul vs Scout

The clearest difference is rating: Scout at 4.0 against Bulbul's 2.0. Scout also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Scout holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bulbul | Scout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bulbul-decoy-folder-and-vault/id1532731791/reviews) | **[4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scout-smallnet-browser/id6762810515/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 114 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **26.0** | 26.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [heewook shin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516827497) | [Steven Simkins](https://appshunter.io/developer/1679266409) |

## What reviewers say

### Bulbul

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bulbul-decoy-folder-and-vault/id1532731791)

Securely store photos and files in separate, password-protected spaces. Each code unlocks a unique vault, preventing a single password from revealing all your data. Features include a file manager, markdown editor, private browser, and camera, with optional Face ID/Touch ID.

**Highlights:** Multiple codes for separate vaults, Integrated file manager, Markdown editor for notes, Private in-app browser, Direct camera saving, Optional Face ID/Touch ID

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Scout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scout-smallnet-browser/id6762810515)

A text-first internet browser for iOS that prioritizes simplicity and privacy. It offers a lightweight alternative to the modern web, focusing on content and speed without ads or trackers.

**Highlights:** Gemini capsule browsing, Text and Gemini rendering, Back/forward history and bookmarks, Interactive capsule input handling, TOFU certificate verification, Client certificate support, Media viewing and saving

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bulbul free?

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

### Is Scout free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bulbul or Scout?

Scout is rated higher. Bulbul averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Scout averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Bulbul or Scout have ads?

Bulbul shows ads; Scout does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*