Comparison

nSwitch vs xBeaconPlus

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

nSwitch

Control network-enabled power socket strips remotely via the internet. Manage multiple socket strips with individual access and connection data. Supports Anel-Elektronik socket strips with more to come.

Highlights
  • Internet-controlled socket strip management
  • Individual socket control
  • Directory for multiple socket strips
  • Supports Anel-Elektronik devices
  • Easy to use interface
Features
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For some time there are network-controlled power socket strips available that allow to switch on/off individual sockets via the Internet. nSwitch allows an easy control of these socket strips. Several socket strips are stored in a directory, each with their own access and connection data . known issues: timeout message when app s returning from background on phone unlock Socket strips of Anel-Elektronik are already supported, more to come with future updates.

About

xBeaconPlus

Configure and manage iBeacon and Eddystone devices. Adjust hardware parameters, broadcast intervals, and transmission power. Offers advanced security features like connection verification and data encryption.

Highlights
  • Modify iBeacon and Eddystone parameters
  • Adjust hardware parameters
  • Configure broadcast intervals
  • Set transmission power
  • Enable anti-tampering technologies
  • Beacon ranging
  • Firmware upgrades
Features
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xBeaconPlus is a multifunctional beacon configuration application designed to enhance user experience. It not only supports modifying basic iBeacon and Eddystone parameters but also allows users to adjust key hardware parameters such as broadcast intervals, transmission power, sensor status, and hardware information. Additionally, to enhance security, xBeaconPlus offers advanced anti-tampering technologies such as connection verification and data encryption communication. The application also supports beacon ranging and firmware upgrades to ensure optimal device performance. We are committed to continually expanding the range of functions to meet more professional needs. Please contact us for more information on additional functions and products. We also recommend you visit our "xBeaconBatch" application, which provides a series of advanced engineering tools to further improve work efficiency and effectiveness.

Screenshots

nSwitch4 screens
xBeaconPlus3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: xBeaconPlus at Free against nSwitch's $1.99. xBeaconPlus also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). nSwitch's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

xBeaconPlus is free to download; nSwitch costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

nSwitch ships an update every 5 weeks, xBeaconPlus fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
nSwitch versus xBeaconPlus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameternSwitchxBeaconPlus
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTino SchindelShenzhen Lanke Xuntong Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

nSwitch

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

xBeaconPlus

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

nSwitch

No in-app purchases

None

xBeaconPlus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is nSwitch free?
nSwitch costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is xBeaconPlus free?
xBeaconPlus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do nSwitch or xBeaconPlus have ads?
Neither nSwitch nor xBeaconPlus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, nSwitch or xBeaconPlus?
nSwitch ships an update every 5 weeks, and xBeaconPlus fortnightly. Most recently, nSwitch was updated on November 2, 2026 and xBeaconPlus on November 3, 2026.

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