# Scout vs Folio, a minimal notebook

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Folio, a minimal notebook at none against Scout's 3. Folio, a minimal notebook also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scout sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Folio, a minimal notebook asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scout | Folio, a minimal notebook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scout-zettelkasten-notes/id6758234466/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 4 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | **18.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CHIYODA NAME PLATE SEISAKUSHO, K.K.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871667493) | [Pawanpreet Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/872471196) |

## What reviewers say

### Scout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scout-zettelkasten-notes/id6758234466)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scout Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Scout Premium Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Lifetime VIP pass | $199.99 | one-time |


### Folio, a minimal notebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/folio-a-minimal-notebook/id6785121994)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scout free?

Scout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Folio, a minimal notebook free?

Folio, a minimal notebook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Scout or Folio, a minimal notebook have ads?

Neither Scout nor Folio, a minimal notebook shows ads.

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