Comparison

Dark Pages vs ChipLog Pro

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

Head to head
About

Dark Pages

Enhance your browsing with full-page dark mode in Safari, reducing eye strain and screen glare. Customize colors and utilize smart presets for a comfortable viewing experience on your iPhone, day or night.

Highlights
  • Full-page dark mode in Safari
  • Customizable background and text colors
  • Screen dimmer for any website
  • Smart color presets
  • Privacy-focused, no data collection
  • Works on iPhone
Features
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Dark Pages makes browsing easier on your eyes with full-page dark mode in Safari. Perfect for late-night reading or reducing screen glare. Customize background and text colors Screen dimmer for any website Smart presets like pink, mint, and dark web Works on both iPhone and iPad Safari Privacy-focused with no data collection Upgrade once in the app to unlock full access. Ideal for users searching for "dark reader", "screen darker", or "safari dark mode". Download now and enjoy a more comfortable browsing experience, day and night. Dark Pages app requires subscription. You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase: • Auto-renewable subscription • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. • Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Dark-Pages---Privacy-Policy-07-20 • Terms of use: https://telegra.ph/Dark-Pages---Terms-of-Use-07-20

About

ChipLog Pro

Transform your iPhone into an electronic component scanner. This app uses AI to identify chips and parts with professional accuracy, offering a free tier for basic use and a Pro subscription for advanced features like unlimited storage and exports.

Highlights
  • AI-powered identification scanner
  • Smart camera interface with zoom and flash control
  • Organized local data vault for component scans
  • Instant PDF and CSV report exports
  • Choice of themes (Matrix, Deep Sea)
  • Privacy-first design with local data storage
Features
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Transform your iPhone into a powerful electronic component scanner. ChipLog Pro uses advanced AI to identify chips, ICs, and electronic parts with professional accuracy. ChipLog Pro has a generous "try before you buy" philosophy! Everyone gets to test the magic of our AI Engine completely for free. FREE TIER INCLUDES • UNLIMITED AI-powered part identification scans. • Store up to 10 component scans in your local vault. • Export up to 3 PDF or CSV reports. PRO TIER (With 7-DAY FREE TRIAL) For power-users, professionals, and hardware engineers, upgrading to Pro unlocks the ultimate workflow. (Subscription) • Unlimited Vault Capacity: Store as many component scans as you need without restrictions. • Unlimited PDF and CSV Exports: Export as many reports as you wish. KEY FEATURES • AI-Powered Identification Scanner • Point your camera at any electronic component and get fast identification. • Powered by AI for accurate, reliable results. • Confidence score is provided. • If satisfied with identification result you can archive the part to the Vault, else discard and try another capture. SMART CAMERA INTERFACE • Real-time targeting with crosshair reticle • Flash control (Auto/On/Off) for perfect lighting • Multi-level zoom (Wide, 2×, 5×) for detailed captures • Clean, distraction-free interface ORGANIZED DATA VAULT • Save component scans with searchable metadata: • Private - stored on your local device • Part numbers and manufacturer info • Package type and form factor • Confidence ratings • High-resolution component images • Timestamps GENERATE INSTANT EXPORTS WITH ONE TAP • PDF reports with images and metadata • CSV exports for spreadsheet analysis (ZIP file containing the CSV and hi res images; CSV has links to the images) • One-tap export to save or share CHOOSE YOUR THEME • Matrix Theme: Classic hacker aesthetic with green monospace • Deep Sea Theme: Modern blue/white sci-fi interface PRIVACY-FIRST DESIGN • All data stored locally on your device • No cloud sync or user accounts required • Absolutely no personal data or account registration required! Your vault images never leave your device. • Camera permission only (no location, contacts, etc.) FUNCTIONALITY WITHOUT INTERNET • While AI analysis does require an internet connection, even without internet the user can STILL capture parts and store them to the vault for later analysis when internet is restored. • This lets a user go into an environment without internet and capture all parts of interest and then complete the analysis at a later time when internet is available. WHO IS IT FOR? • Electronics engineers reverse-engineering boards • Makers and hobbyists identifying salvaged parts • Students learning component recognition • Technicians documenting repairs • Anyone working with PCBs and electronic hardware • NOT JUST ELECTRONICS! Anyone wanting an easy automatic way to id and catalog ANY object TECHNICAL DETAILS • Works with any visible electronic component • Geared toward electronics but can also be used to id and log ANY OBJECT at all • Integrated circuits (ICs) • Decodes axial resistor color codes for resistance value and tolerance • Microcontrollers • Memory chips • Voltage regulators • Operational amplifiers • And more... works on ANY OBJECT Download ChipLog Pro and turn confusion into clarity. Point, shoot, identify. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Dark Pages4 screens
ChipLog Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ChipLog Pro at 100% against Dark Pages's 0%. ChipLog Pro also leads on price (Free vs $1.99) and update cadence (monthly vs every 22 months). On 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

ChipLog Pro is free to download; Dark Pages costs $1.99 up front. Dark Pages sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and ChipLog Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dark Pages ships an update every 22 months, ChipLog Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Dark Pages versus ChipLog Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDark PagesChipLog Pro
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 22 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.515.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKonstantin RyadchenkoLong Run Investments LLC

Customer experience

Dark Pages

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

ChipLog Pro

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Dark Pages

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Annual$24.991 Year
3 purchases

ChipLog Pro

Subscriptions2
  • ChipLog Pro Monthly Access7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • ChipLog Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • ChipLog Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Dark Pages free?
Dark Pages costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is ChipLog Pro free?
ChipLog Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dark Pages or ChipLog Pro have ads?
Neither Dark Pages nor ChipLog Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dark Pages or ChipLog Pro?
Dark Pages ships an update every 22 months, and ChipLog Pro monthly. Most recently, Dark Pages was updated on November 3, 2026 and ChipLog Pro on October 31, 2026.

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