Comparison

TypeScan vs Keyword Highlighter

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

Head to head
About

TypeScan

Features
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【Key Features of TypeScan】 - Accurately recognizes text from photos, camera, and files - Switch between preserving line breaks or combining into full text for share - Automatically detects URLs and lets you open them with a tap - Saves recognition history so you can revisit past scans anytime - Fully offline — no internet connection required - Clean, simple design for intuitive use - Select images directly within the app, with file support for smooth imports - No account or login required — start using right away TypeScan lets you extract text instantly from your camera or photos — fast, clean, and hassle-free. Whether you're scanning a printed document, a business card, or a sign, TypeScan turns any image into usable, editable text. Whether you’re digitizing notes or grabbing text from a receipt, TypeScan helps you get it done in seconds. Download TypeScan and make your camera smarter — one tap at a time.

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Keyword Highlighter

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Stop hitting Ctrl+F repeatedly. Transform your Safari browsing experience with the ultimate multi-keyword finder. MultiHighlight is a powerful productivity extension designed for researchers, students, and analysts. It allows you to input multiple keywords and automatically highlights them in different, vibrant colors across any webpage. Instantly spot what matters most in long articles or complex data tables. 【 KEY FEATURES 】 Smart Multi-Color Highlighting Search for unlimited keywords simultaneously. The app automatically assigns a distinct, random vibrant color to each new keyword, ensuring maximum contrast and readability. Auto-Load & Persistence Set it and forget it. Your keywords are saved locally. Whenever you visit a page containing your terms, they are highlighted instantly—no need to click "search" every time. Two Visual Modes Switch globally between two professional styles to suit your workflow: Background Mode: Classic marker style (like a highlighter pen) for quick scanning. Text Mode: Changes font color with bold underlining for a cleaner, distraction-free reading experience. Real-Time Updates Add, remove, or change keywords on the fly. The current webpage updates instantly to reflect your changes without needing to reload. Privacy First As a native Safari Extension, your data stays on your device. We do not track your browsing history or collect personal data. PERFECT FOR: Research: Tracking multiple topics in academic papers. Analysis: Spotting specific data points in reports. Skimming: Quickly finding relevant sections in long news articles. Download MultiHighlight today and find what you are looking for—faster.

Screenshots

TypeScan3 screens
Keyword Highlighter3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TypeScan at Free against Keyword Highlighter's $2.99. Keyword Highlighter's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

TypeScan is free to download; Keyword Highlighter costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TypeScan ships an update every 3 weeks, Keyword Highlighter monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
TypeScan versus Keyword Highlighter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTypeScanKeyword Highlighter
PriceFree — better$2.99
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKazuhisa Kobayashi家贺 万

In-app purchases

None

TypeScan

No in-app purchases

None

Keyword Highlighter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TypeScan free?
TypeScan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Keyword Highlighter free?
Keyword Highlighter costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TypeScan or Keyword Highlighter have ads?
TypeScan shows ads; Keyword Highlighter does not.
Which is updated more often, TypeScan or Keyword Highlighter?
TypeScan ships an update every 3 weeks, and Keyword Highlighter monthly. Most recently, TypeScan was updated on November 8, 2026 and Keyword Highlighter on November 5, 2026.

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