Comparison

Scout vs Keptiq

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

Head to head
About

Scout

This app offers a frictionless note-taking experience using the Zettelkasten method. It focuses on quick idea capture and instant linking to build a connected web of knowledge, optimized for mobile use.

Highlights
  • Zero-friction note capture
  • Superconductive idea linking
  • iPhone-first design
  • Minimalist interface
  • Zettelkasten method implementation
Features
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FROM CHAOS TO SUPERCONDUCTIVITY As a leader, your greatest asset is your thought process. But traditional note-taking apps are viscous—full of friction, complexity, and noise. Scout is different. Built by a mathematician for strategic thinkers, it brings the Zettelkasten method to your iPhone in its purest form. Why Scout? - Zero-Viscosity Capture: Open and write. No folders to manage, no loading screens to wait for. - Superconductive Linking: Connect ideas instantly. Create a web of knowledge that grows stronger over time. - iPhone-First Philosophy: While others build complex desktop suites, Scout is designed for the device in your pocket—where your best ideas actually happen. - Academic & Minimal: No distractions. Just you and your logic. Stop losing your best ideas to friction. Scout: Your pocket superconductor. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Keptiq

Features
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Introducing Keptiq: Smart Document Archiving Scan & Import - Scan documents directly with your camera - Import PDFs and images from Files or Photos - Drag and drop support for easy file imports AI-Powered Organization - Automatic document categorization using on-device machine learning - Smart title suggestions based on document content - Learns from your corrections to improve over time Organized Archive - Browse documents by category, date, or search - Full-text search across all your documents - Timeline view for chronological overview Siri & Shortcuts - "Show me my insurance documents" - "How many documents do I have?" - 13 Siri Shortcuts for quick access Export - Export individual documents or entire categories - Premium: Organized folder structure with descriptive filenames Privacy First - All data stays on your device - Optional Face ID protection - No accounts, no cloud uploads - GDPR compliant

Screenshots

Scout4 screens
Keptiq4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Keptiq at every 2 days against Scout's every 5 weeks. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Scout sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Keptiq sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scout ships an update every 5 weeks, Keptiq every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Scout versus Keptiq: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScoutKeptiq
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.226.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCHIYODA NAME PLATE SEISAKUSHO, K.K.Markus Sekulla

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Scout

Subscriptions2
  • Scout Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Scout Premium Yearly$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime VIP pass$199.99
1 purchases

Keptiq

One-time1
  • Keptiq Premium$12.99

Questions

Is Scout free?
Scout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Keptiq free?
Keptiq is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Scout or Keptiq have ads?
Neither Scout nor Keptiq shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scout or Keptiq?
Scout ships an update every 5 weeks, and Keptiq every 2 days. Most recently, Scout was updated on October 24, 2026 and Keptiq on October 25, 2026.

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