Comparison

CaseKeep vs NEN

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

Head to head
About

CaseKeep

Organize legal matters by consolidating evidence, deadlines, and notes into a private, structured case file. Track events, store supporting documents, and prepare summaries for attorneys. Offers free basic features with optional Pro upgrades for advanced tools.

Highlights
  • Chronological timeline of events
  • Attach photos and details to events
  • Track court dates and deadlines
  • Log communications and follow-ups
  • Record expenses and attach receipts
  • Export data to CSV and PDF reports
  • Local storage with app lock
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When a legal matter gets complicated, important details end up scattered across photos, messages, calendars, receipts, and notes. CaseKeep brings them together in one private, structured case file. ONE PLACE FOR THE WHOLE MATTER - Build a chronological timeline of events - Add photos and supporting details to each event - Track court dates, filing dates, and other deadlines you enter - Log communications and follow-ups - Save key contacts, notes, and journal entries - Record legal expenses and attach receipts - Keep active and archived matters organized separately ORGANIZE EVIDENCE WITH CONTEXT Imported evidence can retain original files and available capture details. Optional file checks help compare copies without claiming to certify authenticity. PREPARE BEFORE THE CONVERSATION Create CSV exports or Pro Case Reports with complete stored record text, selected photos, readable PDF attachment pages, contents and bookmarks. Journals and private notes are opt-in. BRING EXISTING RECORDS WITH YOU Preview EML email files and UTF-8 CSV records on device, match CSV columns and correct dates, contacts and direction before saving with Pro. Originals and email attachments are retained. Duplicates are skipped; conflicts and failures are shown. No mailbox login or access to SMS history is used. Open Evidence Packet ZIP directly to share selected stored originals, an index and an optional Case Report. Protected, damaged or unsupported attachments are listed with reasons, not silently omitted. Index PDF and ZIP both retain date, record and file filters. PDF/ZIP are not encrypted or restorable backups. KEEP IMPORTANT DATES VISIBLE Add the dates you have confirmed and choose when CaseKeep should remind you. CaseKeep does not calculate legal deadlines; always verify dates with the relevant court, agency, or a qualified legal professional. LOCAL BY DEFAULT - No CaseKeep account or login required - Case records are stored on your device by default - Face ID or Touch ID app lock is available - Case content is not used for AI processing - Pro creates encrypted .casekeep backups on device: up to 5 GB, subject to storage and record limits; restore is free. No automatic sync. IPHONE, IPAD AND YOUR LOCAL CURRENCY Use iPad to review communications beside the list, drop import files, use keyboard shortcuts and update selected records. Choose AUD, GBP or USD for a case; AUD uses A$. Changing currency does not convert amounts. There is no automatic device sync, Mac app or web version. Use an encrypted Case Backup to move records; Restore Purchases restores Pro access, not case data. START FREE Start with one active case, 12 timeline events, two photos per event and three incomplete deadlines. Contacts, journal, App Lock, Evidence Vault, CSV exports and backup restoration are free. CASEKEEP PRO Pro unlocks unlimited parallel cases, timeline events and incomplete deadlines, communication and expense tracking, reviewed imports, PDF/ZIP exports, preparation checklists, a deadline widget, case archiving and encrypted backup creation. - Annual Pro with a 14-day free trial for eligible accounts - Lifetime Pro as a one-time purchase Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. Lifetime is paid once and does not renew. It includes updates to this app, without promising perpetual maintenance or separate future products. StoreKit confirms local prices and eligibility. CaseKeep is an organizational tool, not a law firm. It does not provide legal advice, calculate deadlines, file documents, certify evidence, or guarantee outcomes. Laws and procedures vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified legal professional for advice about your situation. Privacy Policy: https://app-legal-pages.vercel.app/casekeep/privacy Terms of Use: https://app-legal-pages.vercel.app/casekeep/terms

About

NEN

This app provides a calm, Pomodoro-style focus timer designed for deep work and study sessions. It helps users maintain attention with clear progress tracking and distraction-resistant routines, offering customizable break intervals and app blocking features.

Highlights
  • Focus, short break, and long break sessions
  • Clear timer progress and round tracking
  • Focus categories for different work types
  • Block selected apps during focus (Pro)
  • Apple Watch controls
  • Live Activities and widgets
  • Session history and progress insights
Features
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NEN is a calm Pomodoro-style focus timer for iPhone and Apple Watch, built for deep work, study sessions, real breaks, and distraction-resistant routines. Start a focus session, move through short and long breaks, and keep your attention on the work in front of you. NEN is built around a simple Pomodoro-style timer flow with a quiet visual style, clear session progress, and useful controls when you need them. Use NEN for deep work, study blocks, writing sessions, coding, reading, or any routine where you want a focused rhythm without extra noise. Features: - Focus, short break, and long break sessions - Clear timer progress and round tracking - Focus categories for different kinds of work - Block selected apps during focus with NEN Pro - Apple Watch controls - Live Activities and widgets - Session history and progress insights - Optional NEN Pro lifetime unlock for deeper focus tools NEN is made for people who want a focused timer that feels calm, native, and easy to return to every day.

Screenshots

CaseKeep4 screens
NEN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NEN at every 5 days against CaseKeep's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. CaseKeep sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and NEN sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CaseKeep ships an update every 2 months, NEN every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
CaseKeep versus NEN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCaseKeepNEN
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer慧慧 高Nijanthan Vijayakumar

In-app purchases

3 purchases

CaseKeep

Subscriptions2
  • CaseKeep Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • CaseKeep Pro Annual14 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • CaseKeep Pro Lifetime$69.99
1 purchases

NEN

One-time1
  • NEN Lifetime Unlock$2.39

Questions

Is CaseKeep free?
CaseKeep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NEN free?
NEN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CaseKeep or NEN have ads?
Neither CaseKeep nor NEN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CaseKeep or NEN?
CaseKeep ships an update every 2 months, and NEN every 5 days. Most recently, CaseKeep was updated on November 7, 2026 and NEN on October 31, 2026.

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