Comparison

Be My Eyes vs Scratch Lists

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

Head to head
About

Be My Eyes

This app provides visual assistance for people who are blind or have low vision. It connects users with sighted volunteers, an AI-powered image describer, and company representatives for product support. Available 24/7 in multiple languages, it offers a comprehensive solution for everyday visual tasks.

Highlights
  • Connect with sighted volunteers
  • AI-powered image descriptions
  • Company representative support
  • 24/7 global availability
  • Multilingual support
  • Assistance with everyday tasks
Currently charting
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People who are blind or have low vision now have three powerful tools in one with Be My Eyes. Worldwide more than half a million people who are blind use the innovative Be My Eyes app through their smartphone to get visual description when they need it. Connect with more than 7 million volunteers. Or use the latest AI image describer. Or connect with dedicated company representatives to help with their products. All in one app. Connect with Be My Eyes volunteers speaking 185 languages and available – for free – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our newest feature, ‘Be My AI’, is a pioneering AI assistant integrated in the Be My Eyes app. You can send images via the app to Be My AI, which will answer questions about that image and provide conversational AI generated visual descriptions for a wide variety of tasks in 36 languages. Be My AI is powered by artificial intelligence and is able to provide assistance in a wide variety of situations, from checking makeup before a night out to translating text from hundreds of different languages. Lastly, our ‘Service Directory’ section allows you to connect directly with a wide range of companies for support with their products and services as well as organizations within the blindness community FREE. GLOBAL. 24/7. Be My Eyes Key Features: • Get assistance on your own terms: call a volunteer, chat with Be My AI or contact a company representative. • Volunteers and Be My AI available globally 24/7 • Always free of charge • 185 languages worldwide in 150+ countries What can Be My Eyes help you with? • Using home appliances • Reading product labels • Matching outfits and identifying clothes • Helping to read product expiration dates and cooking instructions • Reading digital displays or computer screens • Navigating TV or game menus • Operating vending machines or kiosks • Sorting music collections or other libraries • Sorting and dealing with paper mail What the World is Saying About Be My Eyes: “It was just amazing that someone from the other side of the world could be in my kitchen and help me with something.” - Julia, Be My Eyes user “Having access to Be My AI has been like having an AI friend by my side all the time describing things to me, giving me unprecedented access to the visual world and helping me be more independent.” - Roberto, Be My Eyes User “The tie-up between Be My Eyes and Microsoft is fantastic! I don’t know what I would have done to fix my PC issues without their help. Well done!” - Gordon, Be My Eyes User Selected Awards: • Mentioned in the 2023 Time Magazine best inventions • 2021 Apple Design Award for best Social Impact app • 2020 Dubai Expo Global Innovator. • 2018 Winner of the Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award at the NFB National Convention. • 2018 Winner of AbilityNet Accessibility Award at the Tech4Good Awards. • 2017 Winner of World Summit Awards - Inclusion and Empowerment.

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Scratch Lists

Features
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Bring the fun of a scratch-off poster wherever you go. Scratch Lists turns movies, books, food, travel, games, and memorable experiences into beautifully illustrated collections you can reveal one item at a time. Choose an item after you complete it, then rub away the virtual foil with your finger. Haptic feedback and a satisfying reveal make every completed item feel like a small accomplishment. START WITH MOVIES FOR FREE Download Scratch Lists and begin with 100 classic and influential movies. The movie collection is fully available without a purchase. UNLOCK THE COMPLETE COLLECTION A single, permanent in-app purchase unlocks all 11 additional collections. There is no subscription and no recurring charge. The complete collection includes: • Classic and influential television shows • Classic and influential novels • U.S. natural landmarks • U.S. man-made landmarks • Most visited U.S. national parks • Classic foods • Classic desserts • Classic cocktails • Board and card games • Weekly date ideas • Bucket list experiences THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED ARTWORK Every item includes custom artwork created specifically for its collection—from embossed book covers and national park patches to passport stamps, retro game tables, pixel-art kitchens, and miniature television dioramas. BUILT FOR OFFLINE USE All collections and artwork are included with the app. Your scratch progress is stored locally on your device, and no account is required. Whether you are watching celebrated films, trying classic dishes, visiting landmarks, or planning your next adventure, Scratch Lists gives you a satisfying visual record of everything you have completed.

Screenshots

Be My Eyes4 screens
Scratch Lists4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Be My Eyes at every 2 weeks against Scratch Lists's every 4 months. Be My Eyes also leads on chart position (#68 vs unranked). 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. Be My Eyes sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Scratch Lists sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Be My Eyes ships an update every 2 weeks, Scratch Lists every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Be My Eyes versus Scratch Lists: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBe My EyesScratch Lists
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (11K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings11K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#68 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size134 MB573 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBe My EyesChristopher Watkins

Bugs and requests

Be My Eyes

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Disconnection issues during calls
  • Login problems

Requested features

3 requests
  • Customizable call notifications
  • Ability to set availability
  • Feedback system for volunteers

Scratch Lists

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Be My Eyes

One-time5
  • Support Be My Eyes$0.99
  • Support Be My Eyes$1.99
  • Support Be My Eyes$2.99
Show 2 more
  • Support Be My Eyes$9.99
  • Support Be My Eyes$19.99
1 purchases

Scratch Lists

One-time1
  • Full Collection Unlock$1.99

Questions

Is Be My Eyes free?
Be My Eyes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scratch Lists free?
Scratch Lists is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Be My Eyes or Scratch Lists have ads?
Neither Be My Eyes nor Scratch Lists shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Be My Eyes or Scratch Lists?
Be My Eyes ships an update every 2 weeks, and Scratch Lists every 4 months. Most recently, Be My Eyes was updated on October 23, 2026 and Scratch Lists on October 7, 2026.

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