# OpenKey vs Scout

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OpenKey at none against Scout's 1. OpenKey also leads on ratings volume (3.1K vs 2) and device support. Scout's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scout sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. OpenKey asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenKey has 3.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenKey | Scout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openkey/id990142776/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scout-my-vicinity/id6759753086/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.1K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 72.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 107 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | — |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [OPENKEY, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/990142775) | [STEVEN WAYNE KAGEY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880482029) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenKey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openkey/id990142776)

Unlock hotel rooms worldwide using your smartphone as a secure digital key. Access your room instantly, share keys with companions, and manage your stay with features like check-out details and hotel information.

**Highlights:** Instant room access, Digital key sharing, Contact hotel operations, View check-out details, Room number displayed, Explore hotel amenities, Request check-out

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless experience
- 🔑 Convenient keyless entry
- 💡 Sharing keys with others
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔍 Needs better instructions
- 🔋 Drains phone battery
- 🤔 Doesn't work consistently

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Fails to unlock doors sometimes
- Issues with updating and reinstalling

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app integration
- Improved error handling and troubleshooting


### Scout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scout-my-vicinity/id6759753086)

This travel companion alerts you when your favorite businesses are nearby while you drive. Save your preferred chains, set your home base, and receive notifications without needing to search your phone. Plan trips to see favorites along your route or discover them at your destination.

**Highlights:** Favorite business alerts, Background location monitoring, Trip planner, Flying In mode, Privacy-focused data handling, Unlimited favorites with Premium

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scout Premium | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenKey free?

OpenKey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Scout free?

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

### Which has better reviews, OpenKey or Scout?

Scout is rated higher. OpenKey averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while Scout averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*