Comparison

Scan Deck vs TheRGB64

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

Head to head
About

Scan Deck

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Scan Deck turns your iPhone into a scanner with one big difference: every scan is searchable, even your handwritten notes. Snap a photo of a receipt, a recipe card, a page from your bullet journal, or an entire notebook. Then type one word later and Scan Deck finds the page for you, even if you wrote it in cursive. Upgrade to premium and you can also pull the typed text out of any scan, edit it, copy it, or export it. SMART SEARCH - Find any word in any scan - Works on printed text, handwriting, and cursive - See matched results highlighted instantly - Search across your entire library DOCUMENT SCANNING - Automatic edge detection - Perspective correction - Multi-page scanning - High-quality output STAY ORGANIZED - Custom tags for easy filtering - Favorites for quick access - Simple folder system - Find what you need, fast QUALITY CONTROL - 5 quality levels, minimum to maximum - Adjust based on your needs EXPORT & SHARE - Export as PDF - Share via AirDrop, Messages, and more - Print directly from the app YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS - Everything stays on your device - No cloud account required - No tracking, no ads - Your scans are yours alone MADE FOR iPHONE - Clean, intuitive interface - Dark mode PREMIUM - Transcribe: extract and edit the typed text from any scan - Vault: lock private scans behind Face ID - Lifetime access, one-time purchase - All future premium features included PERFECT FOR - Students digitizing lecture notes and study guides - Journal keepers preserving handwritten pages - Freelancers tracking receipts and invoices - Anyone who wants their paper organized and findable

About

TheRGB64

Features
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TheRGB64 is the essential iPhone companion for the TheRGB64 keyboard, bringing modern lighting customization to your Commodore 64. Designed for enthusiasts who want a seamless interface, the app allows you to manage every aspect of your keyboard’s aesthetics. Whether you want a classic monochromatic glow or a dynamic, multi-colored setup, you can preview and apply changes instantly. Dynamic Lighting & Effects Beyond simple colors, TheRGB64 offers advanced control over pattern animations and lighting behavior. Use the music-reactive mode to watch your keyboard dance to your favorite SID tunes, or fine-tune the live microphone sensitivity for a perfectly synced light show. Key Features: 1- Precision Color Binding: Apply colors to the full keyboard, specific key or groups. 2- Custom RGB Picker: Find the exact shade you want with a clean, intuitive selector. 3- Advanced Animations: Choose from a variety of patterns with adjustable speed and brightness. 4- Sound-to-Light Integration: Music-reactive lighting and live mic sensitivity controls. 5- Total Customization: Manage backlighting and "Apply-All" modes for quick setup. 6- Visual Interface: A streamlined UI designed specifically for the TheRGB64 hardware. 7- Elevate your C64 experience with the most flexible keyboard lighting controller available.

Screenshots

Scan Deck4 screens
TheRGB644 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TheRGB64 at none against Scan Deck's 1. Scan Deck's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Scan Deck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TheRGB64 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scan Deck ships an update every 3 weeks, TheRGB64 every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Scan Deck versus TheRGB64: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan DeckTheRGB64
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks β€” betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.616.6 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlonso AlvarezJACEK & MALGOSIA CONSULTING INC.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Scan Deck

One-time1
  • Premium Version$3.99
None

TheRGB64

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scan Deck free?
Scan Deck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TheRGB64 free?
TheRGB64 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scan Deck or TheRGB64 have ads?
Neither Scan Deck nor TheRGB64 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scan Deck or TheRGB64?
Scan Deck ships an update every 3 weeks, and TheRGB64 every 5 months. Most recently, Scan Deck was updated on October 24, 2026 and TheRGB64 on October 16, 2026.

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