# nRF Toolbox

> Bluetooth Low Energy accessory utility and profile demonstrator. (iPhone/iPad app by Nordic Semiconductor ASA.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-toolbox/id820906058 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nordic Semiconductor ASA](https://appshunter.io/developer/497679114)
- Category: Utilities, Developer Tools
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 18 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-04-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-toolbox/id820906058/reviews.md

## What is nRF Toolbox?

nRF Toolbox works with a wide range of Bluetooth Low Energy accessories.
It contains applications demonstrating BLE profiles: Cycling Speed and Cadence, Running Speed and Cadence, Heart Rate Monitor, Blood Pressure Monitor, Health Thermometer, Glucose Monitor, Continuous Glucose Monitor, Monitoring & Diagnostic and more.

The source code of this application is available on GitHub:
https://github.com/nordicsemi/iOS-nRF-Toolbox

## Key features

- Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity
- Demonstrates BLE profiles
- Heart Rate Monitor support
- Glucose Monitor support
- Cycling Speed and Cadence
- Running Speed and Cadence

## Recent user reviews (10 of 18)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-toolbox/id820906058/reviews.md

### 2/5 — V6.0 won’t reconnect

*2025-12-14*

Jarring update hides presets and refuses to reconnect to NUS Nordic Uart Service  if device disconnects requiring app restart. Please fix the reconnect bug. Even manually reselecting device leaves stuck stale state. Way more clicks required to get to loaded presets, not shown by default when configured, hidden under all messages. I do like rapid switching between presets. Maybe needs a presets keyboard to better use screen space and allow more presets. Please fix reconnect as i cant roll back this auto update.

### 1/5 — 全く使い物にならない

*2024-11-18*

接続しようとしている端末とは違う端末(もちろん自分で所有している物)をリストに表示しているし、パッチを当てたい端末が検出されないのだから勿論ファームウエアのアップデートなんかできない。これは何？ひょっとして個人の端末から何かデータを抜きたいのか？
本当に不愉快。イライラする。

### 5/5 — im cuming

*2024-07-22*

🥵🥵🥵🥵😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨🤭🤭🤭

### 1/5 — dfu文件打不开

*2021-05-08*

啊这

### 1/5 — .hex files can’t use for DFU

*2020-05-26*

I can’t use . hex files any more for DFU.
It was possible with previous versions.
Any specifications changed?

**Developer response:** Support for hex files is still there in the underlying DFU library. However, in the new version of the app we decided to focus on improving the UI and some legacy features may have been put on hold. You may use nrf util (https://github.com/NordicSemiconductor/pc-nrfutil) to create zip file. If the device you're using is not based on a very old SDK (before 7), this should work. For legacy DFU use branch 0.5.x.

### 3/5 — Not able to delete user zip

*2020-05-15*

I am no more able to delete the zip packaged. It is hard to manage duplicate zip files in absence of this functionality

### 1/5 — 毁我青春

*2018-11-08*

垃圾软件

### 4/5 — Download is very slow...

*2018-08-21*

Dont know why...

### 1/5 — 很垃圾

*2018-03-16*

搜索蓝牙容易搜索不到，而且搜索出来的蓝牙没有根据信号强度排序，很多蓝牙信号时，找设备非常麻烦，要人命的是，连上蓝牙，硬件都没有显示连接的蓝牙图标（用手机系统连都有图标，自己做的app连接也有图标），经常升级错手环，真是烦死，垃圾

### 1/5 — 升不了级

*2017-02-09*

升不了级

## Frequently asked questions about nRF Toolbox

### What devices does nRF Toolbox support?

nRF Toolbox is compatible with iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to work with a wide range of Bluetooth Low Energy accessories.

### What BLE profiles does nRF Toolbox demonstrate?

nRF Toolbox demonstrates profiles such as Cycling Speed and Cadence, Running Speed and Cadence, Heart Rate Monitor, Blood Pressure Monitor, Health Thermometer, Glucose Monitor, and Continuous Glucose Monitor.

### Is nRF Toolbox free to use?

Yes, nRF Toolbox is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the application.

### How often is nRF Toolbox updated?

The latest version of nRF Toolbox is 6.0.2, last updated on February 6, 2026. The app was initially released on April 15, 2014.

### What is the age rating for nRF Toolbox?

nRF Toolbox has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages.

### Where can I find the source code for nRF Toolbox?

The source code for nRF Toolbox is publicly available on GitHub. You can find it at https://github.com/NordicSemiconductor/iOS-nRF-Toolbox.

### What is the user sentiment for nRF Toolbox based on ratings?

The current user rating for nRF Toolbox is 2.6 stars from 8 ratings. This suggests a mixed to negative user reception based on the limited feedback available.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.1.2 — 2026-08-22

This update includes various UI and UX improvements to provide a smoother and more convenient user experience.

### 6.1.1 — 2026-08-11

The main new feature is the ability to share anonymous analytical data.
This update also includes various performance improvements.

### 6.1.0 — 2026-07-09

The main new feature in this release is support for a monitoring and diagnostics service. 
This update also includes various bug fixes and minor improvements.

### 6.0.2 — 2026-02-06

Added the ability to view and share app logs.

### 6.0.1 — 2025-12-31

Stability improvements.

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