# Smartsounder

> Bluetooth fishing bite alarm monitor and anti-theft system for mobile devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Paul Grint.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartsounder/id987604898 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Paul Grint](https://appshunter.io/developer/987604897)
- Category: Sports
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-05-27
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartsounder/id987604898/reviews.md

## What is Smartsounder?

Smartsounder is a system to connect fishing bite alarms to mobile phones. It is based on Bluetooth ® Low Energy (BLE) or Bluetooth® 4.0 which allow the sounder box outputs from many different bite alarms to connect to your Apple device (iPhone 4S and above). The app will monitor both the output and the physical connection of the alarms and can detect when an alarm is removed, switched off or out of battery. It will also monitor the Smartsounder battery itself and warn of any out of range conditions. Range is device dependent but is typically fifty metres. The sound outputs of several popular bite alarms can be selected so your phone or pad will sound like your favourite alarm irrespective of which alarm you are actually using. Each 'rod' can have its own colour to light up when appropriate and vibration can be selected (on iPhones). The app works in both foreground and background with alerts waking the phone with sound, light and vibration (where available). Can be used as a backup to conventional alarm receivers or as the primary system with its powerful anti-theft function protecting not only the Smartsounder hardware but also your bite alarms.

## Key features

- Bluetooth connectivity for bite alarms
- Real-time bite and alarm status monitoring
- Customizable sound, light, and vibration alerts
- Alarm removal, power off, and low battery detection
- Out of range and Smartsounder battery warnings
- Anti-theft function for alarms and hardware

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartsounder/id987604898/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Don’t seem to work

*2018-09-14*

Will delete

## Frequently asked questions about Smartsounder

### What devices does Smartsounder support?

Smartsounder is compatible with Apple devices including iPhone 4S and above, and iPod. It utilizes Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or Bluetooth 4.0 for connectivity.

### How far can Smartsounder detect alarms?

The typical detection range for Smartsounder is fifty meters, though this can vary depending on the specific device used.

### Can Smartsounder alert me if an alarm is tampered with?

Yes, Smartsounder includes a powerful anti-theft function. It can detect when an alarm is removed, switched off, or out of battery, and can protect both the Smartsounder hardware and your bite alarms.

### Does Smartsounder work in the background?

Yes, the app is designed to work in both foreground and background modes. Alerts can wake your phone with sound, light, and vibration (where available).

### Can I customize the alerts in Smartsounder?

You can customize alerts by assigning a unique color to each 'rod' that lights up when appropriate. Vibration is also an option on iPhones.

### Does Smartsounder have ads?

Smartsounder is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience while fishing.

### How often is Smartsounder updated?

Smartsounder was last updated on May 27, 2015, with version 1.0. Further updates may be released by the developer.

### What is the age rating for Smartsounder?

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

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2015-05-27

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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## More apps by Paul Grint

- [Bluesounder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluesounder/id1020934364)

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