CryptoDuck vs Scale Ruler
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CryptoDuck
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CryptoDuck helps you and your friends create a secret language only insiders can read. Type a message, pick an encryption rule, and get ciphertext in one tap. Share it anywhere - only those who know the rule can decode it. Perfect for couples, close friends, and fun group chats. [Core Features] - Encrypt and decrypt text with custom rules - Build your own cipher: letters, numbers, emoji - mix freely - Rule management: create, edit, import, export, and share via Deep Link - Share as plain text, file, or beautiful ciphertext card (Pro: no watermark) - History: auto-save sessions with one-tap refill (Pro) - Rule Store: couple packs, emoji ciphers, gaming codes and more [System Extensions] - Home Screen Widget: see your active rule, jump straight to encrypt or decrypt - Shortcuts: encrypt or decrypt without opening the app, results copied to clipboard (Pro) - iCloud sync: keep rules across your devices (Pro) [Privacy First] - Plaintext, ciphertext, and rules stay on your device by default - No ads, no third-party analytics, no cross-app tracking - Optional iCloud sync is handled by Apple [Free vs Pro] Free: 3 manual rules, 12 total, 500 chars per encryption Pro: unlimited rules, no char limit, history, iCloud sync, watermark-free cards, Widget, Shortcuts and all paid rule packs [Important Notice] CryptoDuck uses custom character mapping - not AES or military-grade cryptography. Do not use for highly sensitive data. Ideal for fun secret messaging between people who share a rule. Download CryptoDuck and start your secret conversation. [Auto-Renewable Pro Subscription] 1. Subscription: Continuous (Monthly/Yearly) Pro Membership 2. Duration: One month or one year. Pro features are available during the active subscription period. 3. Price: Monthly and Yearly plans available (actual price shown on the App Store purchase sheet). 4. Payment: Charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. 5. Cancellation: To cancel auto-renewal, turn it off at least 24 hours before the current period ends in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Otherwise, the subscription renews automatically. 6. Renewal: Your Apple ID account will be charged within 24 hours before the period ends. Upon successful payment, the subscription extends for one more period (1 month or 1 year). 7. Privacy Policy: https://baitemi.com/jmy/privacy.html 8. Subscription Terms: https://baitemi.com/jmy/subscription.html
Scale Ruler
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Scale Ruler brings a realistic triangular scale to your iPhone, designed for drafting, measuring, studying, and everyday reference. Explore multiple scale standards with a smooth, swipeable ruler interface that recreates the familiar look and feel of a physical triangular scale. KEY FEATURES • Realistic Triangular Scale View all three scale faces and swipe smoothly through detailed graduations. • Multiple Scale Standards Choose from commonly used standards for China, Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and more. • Custom Scale Ratios Create your own scale setup by adjusting ratios and graduations for individual ruler faces. • Labels & Markers Add custom labels and markers directly to the ruler for scale notes, project names, dates, and other references. • Automatic & Manual Calibration The app can calibrate based on your device display, with manual fine-tuning available using a physical ruler when greater precision is required. • Night Mode Use a darker interface for more comfortable viewing in low-light environments. Whether you're an architect, designer, engineer, student, model maker, or simply need a convenient scale reference, Scale Ruler puts a versatile triangular scale right on your iPhone. Some advanced customization features may require an in-app purchase.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Scale Ruler at every 2 weeks against CryptoDuck's every 3 months. 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
Both are free to download. CryptoDuck sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Scale Ruler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
CryptoDuck ships an update every 3 months, Scale Ruler every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CryptoDuck | Scale Ruler |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Beijing Baitemi Technology Co., Ltd | 佳 赵 |
In-app purchases
CryptoDuck
- Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- Pro Yearly$7.991 Year
- Couple Pack$0.99
- Emoji Pack$0.99
- Festival Pack$0.99
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- Pro Lifetime$14.99
Scale Ruler
- Scale Ruler Pro$1.99









