Comparison

ClawKeep vs Folio

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

Head to head
About

ClawKeep

Features
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ClawKeep is a private place to save links, notes, images, files, and ideas before they disappear into tabs and chats. Capture from the share sheet, organize saved cards into collections, and use AI summaries and research to turn saved things into useful context. ClawKeep Pro unlocks premium AI enrichment, unlimited deep research, and chat with saved items. Eligible new subscribers can start with a 7-day free trial, then continue on a monthly or yearly auto-renewing plan. Manage or cancel anytime in App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://pdheisenberg.github.io/clawkeep-legal/privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://pdheisenberg.github.io/clawkeep-legal/terms/

About

Folio

Features
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Folio is a local-first library for Markdown and plain text on Mac. Bring notes and docs into one place, organize them with folders and tags, explore connections with Link Map, and write with private on-device assistance—without juggling loose files in the Finder. Library & organization • Import Markdown and text via the file picker, drag-and-drop, or Import from Git Link for public GitHub repositories and individual files. • Needs Organizing gives new imports a clear inbox before you file them. • Folders and nested structures help you group work the way you think. • Tags cut across folders so you can filter by topic or project. • Pinned favorites and Recently Opened put what you need one click away. Explore connections • Link Map visualizes connections between your notes. • Follow links to explore related ideas and navigate your library from a new perspective. Reading & writing • Use Editor, Preview, or Split View to draft and see rendered Markdown side by side. • Use Writing Assistant to refine drafts, improve wording, and turn rough ideas into clearer notes with private on-device help. • Find text within the current document. • Sort notes by title, date added, last opened, and more. • Search across your library from the sidebar. Share & export • Share notes as Markdown or plain text. • Export documents to a folder you choose in Finder. Whether you’re collecting research, drafting READMEs, or building a personal knowledge base, Folio keeps your Markdown connected, organized, searchable, and easy to revisit.

Screenshots

ClawKeep4 screens
Folio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ClawKeep at daily against Folio's every 3 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. ClawKeep sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Folio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ClawKeep ships an update daily, Folio every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
ClawKeep versus Folio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClawKeepFolio
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Mac
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerparth DhawanDinh Bao Thang Duong

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ClawKeep

Subscriptions2
  • Clawkeep Pro Monthly7 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Clawkeep Pro Yearly7 Days trial$79.991 Year
1 purchases

Folio

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is ClawKeep free?
ClawKeep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Folio free?
Folio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ClawKeep or Folio have ads?
Neither ClawKeep nor Folio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ClawKeep or Folio?
ClawKeep ships an update daily, and Folio every 3 weeks. Most recently, ClawKeep was updated on September 20, 2026 and Folio on September 11, 2026.

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