nRF Connect for Mobile

nRF Connect for Mobile

The #1 Bluetooth LE utility

414 ratings
137 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 1, 2016
  • June 17, 2026
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This app is a versatile tool for scanning, exploring, and communicating with Bluetooth Low Energy devices. It also enables your device to act as a peripheral and supports firmware updates for compatible devices.

Scan and discover Bluetooth LE peripherals
Communicate with Bluetooth LE devices
Advertise as a Bluetooth LE peripheral
Update compatible device firmware (DFU)
Filter scanned peripherals
Live RSSI chart
Log BLE function calls
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What's New in nRF Connect for Mobile

2.8.2

June 17, 2026

Minor fixes plus Reset into Firmware Loader support for regular NCS builds, not just Bare Metal.

User reviews

Maxou

Maxou

Nrf

Jsp

Timeo

Sais bien

Bien

Bien

Cette aplicztion est parfaite

Mec

Good

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Can't read data from Bluetooth device

Bug

Tries to ask for Bluetooth connection when Bluetooth is off. Asks to connect to devices when Bluetooth is off. Who knows what this app is doing in the background without permission?! What ever it is , it ain't good

Bug

Tapping "tabs" doesn't work (nothing changes in the UI). To get some response from tapping UI controls typically requires (a) launching nRF Connect, (b) switching to another app, (c) switching back to nRF Connect. I've tried uninstalling and re-downloading. Same result. This used to be the bee's knees of BLE tools but it's only worth 1 star at the moment (v2.7.11).

Bug

Cant go past the initial announcement. The app is unresponsive to the taps.

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Where's the mac addresses

Feature

Max rssi limit

Feature

Log view

Feature

We need macros in iOS version

Feature

FAQ

What does nRF Connect for Mobile do?

nRF Connect for Mobile is a powerful generic tool that allows you to scan and explore your Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices. You can also communicate with these devices, and your iOS device can advertise as a peripheral. It also supports Nordic Semiconductor’s Device Firmware Update (DFU) profile for updating compatible peripherals.

What are the key features of nRF Connect for Mobile?

Key features include scanning and discovering nearby BLE peripherals, filtering scanned devices by various criteria, parsing BLE advertisement data, viewing a live RSSI chart, and connecting to any connectable BLE smart device. It also allows for discovery of services, reading/writing characteristics, enabling/disabling notifications, and advertising as a BLE peripheral.

Is nRF Connect for Mobile free to use?

Yes, nRF Connect for Mobile is a free application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, making it a completely free utility for users.

What are the requirements to use nRF Connect for Mobile?

The application requires iOS 16.0 and above. It also offers complete iPad support, including Multi-Tasking and Mouse Support as of version 13.4.

What are common use cases for nRF Connect for Mobile?

Common use cases include debugging BLE connections, exploring the services and characteristics of BLE devices, testing custom BLE peripherals, and updating the firmware of compatible Nordic Semiconductor-powered devices. It's a valuable tool for anyone developing or working with BLE technology.