# nRF Mesh — Bluetooth Mesh manager. > Bluetooth Mesh network deployment and management tool for BLE devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Nordic Semiconductor ASA.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-mesh/id1380726771 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Nordic Semiconductor ASA](https://appshunter.io/developer/497679114) - Category: Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 4.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 12 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2018-06-22 - Data updated: 2026-08-24 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-mesh/id1380726771/reviews.md ## What is nRF Mesh? nRF Mesh allows you to easily deploy nodes to any Bluetooth Mesh compatible Nodes, giving you flexibility to deploy many different Mesh network Setups. Features: • Identifying: Identify a node before provisioning it. • Provisioning: Deployment of a new Node is as simple as a press of a button. All Out-Of-Band (OOB) methods are supported. • Remote Provisioning: Allows provisioning Nodes that are too faw to reach them directly. • Configuration: Create Network and Application keys or use the randomly generated ones, subscribe to groups and setup your nodes for publishing. • Node Control: Control nodes with Generic OnOff Server, Generic Level Server, Generic OnPowerUp Server, Scene Server and many other models. • Device Firmware Update: Quickly send a new firmware to the Distributor and observe it slowly distributing it to all the nodes. Additionally, you may also run the following configuration commands on your network: • Fully control node publication data. All publication parameters are configurable. • Add/Remove one or more subscription addresses on a model. • Create own AppKeys, or generate them using the builtin crypto-safe generator. • Bind/unbind an Application Key to a specific model for full granular control of your networks' security. • Explore the nodes' capabilities to view all elements, models, provisioning time and date, Manufacturer and available vendor data. • Set the Default TTL on a per-node basis. • Manage global AppKey list on a node. • And much more... Hardware support: - This version of the app is capable of communicating with any BLE devices that speak Bluetooth Mesh! - We recommend nRF5 devices with our nRF SDK for Mesh or nRF Connect SDK. ## Key features - Node provisioning and identification - Remote provisioning capabilities - Network and application key configuration - Node control via various server models - Device firmware updates - Granular control over publication data and subscriptions - Explore node capabilities and security settings ## Recent user reviews (10 of 10) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-mesh/id1380726771/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Good! *2025-09-19* One of the cool app for working with Bluetooth Mesh. Provisions and configures devices effortlessly. ### 1/5 — Not work *2023-10-04* Not work for me ### 1/5 — provision failed *2023-03-01* not work for me ### 3/5 — Mesh Provisioning does not work correctly for more than 10 nodes *2022-01-08* Hi, We are trying to set up a mesh network with one gateway and 40 nodes. After setting up each node, I am checking if the subscribe and publish work correctly from the node to the mesh. It works correctly till node 10. The node is able to publish a message to the gateway and is able to receive the message from the gateway. From the 11th node onwards, we see an issue where the gateway is able to publish to the 11th node, but the 11th node is not able to publish to the gateway. From this point on, any new nodes configured have this issue. There is no problem in configuring it, but the data transmission is not happening. Any idea why this happens? Is there a 10 node limitation on this App? Thanks and Regards, Subbu ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work! *2021-09-02* Doesn’t work .. ### 5/5 — Great for Mesh fundamentals *2021-04-27* Solid app for setting up a mesh network and interacting with the OnOff and Level clients. Super useful reference when developing mesh nodes or creating a full-featured app based on the available source code. ### 2/5 — lost data! *2021-03-25* When I force quit the App then run it again,it lost all provisioned data,the Network is emty! Please fix this bug quick! ### 1/5 — Not working for me *2020-11-05* Testing with a Laird BL654 Dev kit with mesh 3.10 firmware and light switch server. Node will not provision. Disconnect: reason=19 shown on sniffer. ### 5/5 — Provisioning limited *2019-08-06* Provisioning is very limited. App still needs more sauce. Overall great **Developer response:** Lots has changes since version 1.0.4. Did you try the latest one? ### 1/5 — Saucy app *2019-07-17* This has changed my life! Thank you Nordic guys! ## Frequently asked questions about nRF Mesh ### What is nRF Mesh used for? nRF Mesh is a utility app designed for deploying, configuring, and managing Bluetooth Mesh networks. It allows users to provision nodes, control devices, and update firmware. ### What devices are compatible with nRF Mesh? This version of nRF Mesh can communicate with any BLE devices that support Bluetooth Mesh. It is particularly recommended for nRF5 devices using the nRF SDK for Mesh or nRF Connect SDK. ### How does nRF Mesh handle node provisioning? nRF Mesh simplifies node provisioning to a single button press, supporting all Out-Of-Band (OOB) methods. It also offers remote provisioning for nodes that are difficult to reach directly. ### Can I update device firmware using nRF Mesh? Yes, nRF Mesh allows for quick device firmware updates. You can send new firmware to a distributor node, which will then distribute it to all connected nodes. ### What kind of control does nRF Mesh offer over nodes? nRF Mesh provides comprehensive control, including managing node publication data, adding/removing subscription addresses, and binding/unbinding Application Keys for granular security. ### Does nRF Mesh have ads? No, nRF Mesh does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any in-app purchases or ads. ### What is the age rating for nRF Mesh? nRF Mesh has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app was last updated on April 2nd, 2026. ### How often is nRF Mesh updated? The latest version of nRF Mesh is 4.8.0, released on April 2nd, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the app is actively maintained. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.8.0 — 2026-04-02 In this version we fixed several small issues reported by users. For example, when checking DFU status the BLOB ID is now shown as HEX, not a number. Apparently, this is better. ### 4.7.0 — 2026-02-13 This version brings improvements related to provisioning. With the new Developer Settings it should be easier to quickly provision decides during tests or when preparing a demo, with default parameters skipping free clicks here and there. ### 4.6.1 — 2025-12-17 This version added an option to disable the Relay feature, something we forgot to implement. Sorry! Additionally, we fixed a crash which happened on Vendor Model screen when a message to a different Vendor Model was received. ### 4.6.0 — 2025-11-05 This version added an option to specify passkey length for numberic and alphanumeric Input and Output OOB types. ### 4.5.0 — 2025-10-08 In the new version we improved how the unicast destinations can be set for model publication. In the previous versions there was a list of elements, which might have been problematic when multiple nodes had the same name. Now it should be easier to find the resired destination, as nodes, elements and groups got their address listed as well. We also migrated the UI of the app to accomodate for the glass effects on iOS 26. ## Apps similar to nRF Mesh | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Bluetooth mesh by Silicon Labs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-mesh-by-silicon-labs/id1411352948) | 3.1 (7) | Free | Utilities | | [Renesas SmartBond](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/renesas-smartbond/id1623197578) | — | Free | Utilities | | [BubblyNet](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubblynet/id1468558018) | 5.0 (14) | Free | Utilities | | [ST BLE Sensor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/st-ble-sensor/id993670214) | 2.0 (10) | Free | Utilities | | [ST BLE Toolbox](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/st-ble-toolbox/id1531295550) | — | Free | Utilities | | [Simplicity Connect](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplicity-connect/id1030932759) | 4.1 (16) | Free | Utilities | ## More apps by Nordic Semiconductor ASA - [nRF Toolbox](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-toolbox/id820906058) - [nRF Beacons](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-beacons/id879614768) - [nRF Connect for Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-connect-for-mobile/id1054362403) - [Thingy:52](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thingy52/id1187887000) - [nRF Cloud Gateway](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-cloud-gateway/id1272181563) - [nRF Blinky](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-blinky/id1325014347) All apps by Nordic Semiconductor ASA: https://appshunter.io/developer/497679114 ## Related topics [qorvo mesh](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/qorvo-mesh) · [nrf connect device manager](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/nrf-connect-device-manager) · [nrf dfu](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/nrf-dfu) · [dfu nordic](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dfu-nordic) · [bluetooth mesh by silicon labs](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/bluetooth-mesh-by-silicon-labs) · [nrf](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/nrf) · [nrf connect for mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/nrf-connect-for-mobile) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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