Comparison

BLE Joystick vs MicroBlue

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

Head to head
About

BLE Joystick

Control connected hardware devices wirelessly using Bluetooth Low Energy. Supports iOS devices like iPhone and iPad, and specific BLE modules. Preview demos are available online.

Highlights
  • Wireless hardware control
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support
  • iOS device compatibility (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch)
  • Support for BLE-LINK and HM-10 modules
  • Demo videos available
Features
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# BLE Joystick Transform your iOS Device into a professional Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) device controller. BLE Joystick lets you connect to and control ESP32, Arduino, Raspberry Pi Pico W, nRF52, robots, RC cars, IoT projects, and other BLE-enabled hardware directly from your iOS device. Designed for inventors, engineers, students, and hobbyists, the BLE Joystick features a responsive dual-joystick gamepad interface with customizable buttons and real-time Bluetooth Low Energy communication. Features: • Scans and connects to nearby BLE devices • Directional control buttons • D-Pad (transmits custom character data via normal and long-press button presses) • 4 Action Buttons (transmits custom character data via normal and long-press button presses) • Real-time BLE data transmission • Adjustable update rate • Game-style dark user interface • Haptic feedback support • Low-latency communication • Compatible with ESP32, Arduino, Raspberry Pi Pico W, nRF52, and other BLE devices Use Cases: • ESP32 remote control • Arduino BLE controller • Robot controller • RC car controller • Tank controller • Servo controller • IoT device controller • DIY electronics projects • Home automation control • Educational BLE experiments Why BLE JOYSTICK? Unlike traditional Bluetooth controllers, BLE Joystick is optimized for modern low-power devices and embedded systems. It provides a simple and reliable way to transmit joystick and button data from your phone to microcontrollers and custom hardware. Access Permissions Bluetooth access is required to find, connect to, and communicate with nearby BLE devices. This app does not collect personal data and does not require a user account.

About

MicroBlue

This app connects to microcontrollers via Bluetooth/BLE, offering a customizable interface for control and interaction. It supports various components like joysticks and buttons, streamlining hobbyist and professional projects.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth/BLE connectivity
  • Customizable control interface
  • D-pads, joysticks, buttons, sliders
  • Text input support
  • Works with Arduino and Raspberry Pi
  • Writable custom service communication
Features
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The ultimate companion app for your microcontroller projects! Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, MicroBlue simplifies the way you interact with your microcontrollers through seamless Bluetooth/BLE connectivity. Connect effortlessly and explore the potential of your projects with an intuitive interface designed for customization. Customize your layout using a variety of components such as d-pads, joysticks, buttons, sliders, switches, and text inputs. Tailor the interface to suit your specific needs and project requirements. It has been verified to work with: - Arduino Uno R3 with HM10 - Arduino Uno R4 Minima with HM10 - Arduino Uno R4 Wifi - Raspberry Pi Pico with HM10 - Raspberry Pi Pico W - ESP32-S3 Starting from v1.1.1, the app communicates exclusively with the writable custom services of the connected devices. Empower your creativity and streamline your projects with MicroBlue. Take your microcontroller experience to the next level today! For assistance and more information, visit: https://snappyxo.io/microblue.

Screenshots

BLE Joystick4 screens
MicroBlue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MicroBlue at 4.5 against BLE Joystick's 3.0. MicroBlue also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 63 months). BLE Joystick's advantage is ratings volume (12 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MicroBlue holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BLE Joystick has 12 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BLE Joystick ships an update every 63 months, MicroBlue every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and July 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
BLE Joystick versus MicroBlue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLE JoystickMicroBlue
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (12 ratings)4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 63 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.613.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developernakhon phagdeechatMechanismic Inc.

Customer experience

BLE Joystick

All ratings12 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

MicroBlue

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

BLE Joystick

No in-app purchases

None

MicroBlue

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BLE Joystick free?
BLE Joystick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MicroBlue free?
MicroBlue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BLE Joystick or MicroBlue?
MicroBlue is rated higher. BLE Joystick averages 3.0 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while MicroBlue averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do BLE Joystick or MicroBlue have ads?
BLE Joystick shows ads; MicroBlue does not.
Which is updated more often, BLE Joystick or MicroBlue?
BLE Joystick ships an update every 63 months, and MicroBlue every 3 months. Most recently, BLE Joystick was updated on September 22, 2026 and MicroBlue on July 6, 2026.

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