# ScoutIQ

> A book scouting app for Amazon sellers. Scan faster and smarter with eScore.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.scoutiqmobile](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.scoutiqmobile)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.scoutiqmobile`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Threecolts
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 141,310
- **Rating:** 3.17 / 5 (374 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.14.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-17
- **First published:** 2017-11-17
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 81 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.scoutiqmobile)
- **Website:** [http://scoutiq.co](http://scoutiq.co/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.threecolts.com/legal/privacy-notice](https://www.threecolts.com/legal/privacy-notice)

## Description

ScoutIQ is a powerful book scouting Chrome extension designed specifically for Amazon sellers. Whether you fulfill orders yourself or use FBA, ScoutIQ helps you scan and evaluate books faster and smarter using its proprietary eScore metric that analyzes historical sales right in the app—no need for external tools like Keepa or Camel. It supports multiple data entry methods including barcode scanning via phone camera or Bluetooth scanners.

Key features include a downloadable database for offline access, customizable Smart Triggers to estimate realistic list prices based on your profits, ScanTracker for tracking your scouting efficiency, and a simplified Scout Lite screen for quick sourcing decisions. Built by sellers for sellers, ScoutIQ offers a profit-focused approach to help you maximize your Amazon book business. Currently focused on the US market, ScoutIQ continually evolves with user feedback and dedicated US-based customer support.

## Rankings

- #188,804 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.RECORD_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.scoutiqmobile.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

ScoutIQ Android app offers fast and accurate scanning capabilities with robust features and well-regarded customer support, making it popular among experienced users. However, common complaints include high subscription fees, app crashes, slow updates, and poor manual input support. Users also report challenges with account management on Android and concerns about the accuracy of analytics when scanning multiple times per day.

### Pros

- Fast and accurate barcode and ISBN scanning compared to competitors.
- Excellent and responsive customer support, often mentioned by name (e.g., Monica, Caleb Roth).
- User-friendly interface with useful features such as customizable triggers and detailed analysis for scouting books and DVDs.
- Helps users save time and avoid buying poor-selling products through effective scouting analytics.
- Reliable scanning performance when the app functions properly, allowing high-volume scanning efficiently.

### Cons

- High subscription costs, especially for professional-level features and Amazon Pro seller account requirements.
- App instability issues including crashing, slow performance, and frequent need to update or reinstall.
- Difficulties with account setup and cancellation processes on the Android app; trial and subscription management is problematic.
- Manual text input and visual scanning features are subpar, causing inconvenience during scouting.
- Analytics accuracy issues due to lack of clear data reset options, which affect users who scan multiple times per day.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.scoutiqmobile)