Comparison

BLE Joystick vs TabletHID

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

TabletHID

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a high-precision virtual mouse and gamepad. No extra hardware, no dongles—just seamless Bluetooth HID control for your PC or Mac. TabletHID transforms your device into a professional-grade control surface. Whether you're presenting a slideshow, browsing from the couch, or need a backup controller for a quick game, TabletHID provides a low-latency, driver-free connection. Touch Mouse: Smooth, relative movement with dedicated left and right click zones. - Virtual Gamepad: A full Xbox-style layout including dual joysticks, D-pad, and face buttons. - HID-over-GATT: Utilizes modern Bluetooth protocols for a native connection that doesn't require "server" software on your computer. - Minimalist UI: Clean, distraction-free interface designed for one-handed or landscape use. - No Setup: Connect directly through your computer's standard Bluetooth settings. Note: TabletHID utilizes experimental Bluetooth HID-over-GATT implementations. Performance may vary depending on your host device's Bluetooth chipset and operating system compatibility.

Screenshots

BLE Joystick4 screens
TabletHID4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TabletHID at none against BLE Joystick's shown. TabletHID also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 63 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BLE Joystick ships an update every 63 months, TabletHID daily. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
BLE Joystick versus TabletHID: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLE JoystickTabletHID
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 63 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developernakhon phagdeechatMax Murphy

In-app purchases

None

BLE Joystick

No in-app purchases

None

TabletHID

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BLE Joystick free?
BLE Joystick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TabletHID free?
TabletHID is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BLE Joystick or TabletHID have ads?
BLE Joystick shows ads; TabletHID does not.
Which is updated more often, BLE Joystick or TabletHID?
BLE Joystick ships an update every 63 months, and TabletHID daily. Most recently, BLE Joystick was updated on October 9, 2026 and TabletHID on October 7, 2026.

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