# BlueSim: Bluetooth Simulator — Custom Bluetooth LE peripheral

> Simulates a Bluetooth LE peripheral for device testing and data transfer. (iPhone/iPad app by Brandon Fraune.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluesim-bluetooth-simulator/id1662190389 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Brandon Fraune](https://appshunter.io/developer/1662190391)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.7 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-01-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluesim-bluetooth-simulator/id1662190389/reviews.md

## What is BlueSim?

BlueSim turns your phone into a customizable Bluetooth LE (BLE) peripheral. This enables you to test or debug a separate "central" or "host" device with the data of your choice. Using this app, you can transfer data between the device running this app and another device operating in the Bluetooth central role.

## Key features

- Bluetooth LE peripheral simulation
- Custom data transfer
- Device testing and debugging
- Supports central/host devices
- iPhone and iPad compatible

## Chart rankings

- #144 in Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)


## Frequently asked questions about BlueSim

### What is BlueSim used for?

BlueSim turns your phone into a customizable Bluetooth LE peripheral. This allows you to test or debug a separate 'central' or 'host' device by sending it the data of your choice.

### What devices does BlueSim support?

BlueSim is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### How much does BlueSim cost?

BlueSim is a paid application, priced at $3.99.

### Is BlueSim suitable for all ages?

BlueSim has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for a wide range of users.

### When was BlueSim last updated?

The latest version of BlueSim, 4.5.1, was released on March 13, 2026. The app was initially released on January 15, 2023.

### Does BlueSim have ads?

No, BlueSim does not contain advertisements.

### Can BlueSim transfer data to other devices?

Yes, BlueSim enables the transfer of data between the device running the app and another device operating in the Bluetooth central role.

### What is the user rating for BlueSim?

BlueSim has received an excellent rating of 5.0 stars based on 4 user reviews.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.5.1 — 2026-03-13

- Fixed: Mac (Designed for iPad) - adding data with a physical keyboard to a property would ignore alphabetical characters when using the + button to add more hex data rows
- Fixed: Mac (Designed for iPad) - data input fields would get overlapped by the app forcing open the custom soft keyboard
- Changed: About links updated

### 4.5.0 — 2026-03-09

- Added: Rating prompt, and review link
- Other: Refactors, maintenance, and testing enhancements - supporting future updates

### 4.4.4 — 2025-05-05

- Added: If you have analytics sharing enabled, app exceptions are now remotely logged. This will help with discovering usability issues.
- Changed: Minor updates behind the scenes to improve user privacy
- Changed: Minimum supported OS version changed from 16.6 to 16.7

### 4.4.3 — 2024-12-23

- Added: Hint for broadcast name truncation
- Added: Confirmation prompt for resetting app data
- Fixed: New users no longer see "Thanks for updating!" on first launch
- Changed: Minimum supported OS version changed from 16.0 to 16.6

### 4.4.2 — 2024-12-16

- Changed: App Store screenshots updated

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## More apps by Brandon Fraune

- [FretBuilder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fretbuilder/id6505123345)

All apps by Brandon Fraune: https://appshunter.io/developer/1662190391

## Related topics

[debug bluetooth](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/debug-bluetooth)

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