# Simplicity Connect vs Microchip SmartConnect

The clearest difference is rating: Simplicity Connect at 4.1 against Microchip SmartConnect's 1.0. Simplicity Connect also leads on ratings volume (16 vs 3). Microchip SmartConnect's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Simplicity Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simplicity Connect has 16 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simplicity Connect | Microchip SmartConnect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplicity-connect/id1030932759/reviews)** | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microchip-smartconnect/id1240153044/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **16** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 86 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Silicon Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/555074469) | [Microchip Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/368610396) |

## What reviewers say

### Simplicity Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplicity-connect/id1030932759)

This utility app aids developers in testing and debugging Bluetooth Low Energy applications on Silicon Labs development boards. It simplifies troubleshooting firmware updates, data throughput, and interoperability with a user-friendly interface and built-in demos.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) testing, Application debugging, Firmware Over-the-Air (OTA) updates, Data throughput testing, Interoperability testing, Device scanning and filtering, Matter device commissioning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Microchip SmartConnect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microchip-smartconnect/id1240153044)

This application serves as a container for various Bluetooth Low Energy profile applications. It is designed for demonstrating functionalities with specific development kits and software. It supports a range of health and device information profiles.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth Low Energy profiles, Alert Notification, Heart Rate monitoring, Health Thermometer, Custom Serial Chat, Device Information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simplicity Connect free?

Simplicity Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Microchip SmartConnect free?

Microchip SmartConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Simplicity Connect or Microchip SmartConnect?

Simplicity Connect is rated higher. Simplicity Connect averages 4.1 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Microchip SmartConnect averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Simplicity Connect or Microchip SmartConnect have ads?

Neither Simplicity Connect nor Microchip SmartConnect shows ads.

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