FlashLink BLE vs Edge Inspections
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
FlashLink BLE
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The FlashLink BLE application is used to communicate using low-energy Bluetooth with the FlashLink BLE Data Loggers. This application provides easy to use setup and configuration options, START and STOP functions and data can be uploaded into the ColdTrak cloud server for access through standard web browsers. Temperature and Humidity data (on selected models) is easily viewed in the application and on the web server in both graphical and list formats. Reports are available in PDF and CSV and can be easily shared through text or email. Ā· Internet connection is not required to read the FlashLink BLE data logger with this application, however, internet connection is needed to upload data into the ColdTrak cloud server Ā· Monitor logging conditions in real time Ā· Set Logging Intervals Ā· Configure High Resolution Logging for selected conditions providing additional recorded data samples Ā· Delayed Alerts can be configured based on threshold and time, Minimum or Maximum levels Ā· Alerts can be set based on Minimum and/or Maximum settings Ā· Easy to see Visual Alerts Ā· Clear, audible alarms Ā· User-friendly Zoom feature for fast and easy viewing of charts and graphs Disclaimer: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
Edge Inspections
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First, download the list of pallets to be inspected (you will need Internet access). Then, disregarding Internet access, perform the inspection by registering the number of defects for each pallet. Also take photos for each pallet. Whenever you are ready, upload the inspections and photos (Internet needed).
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Edge Inspections at every 2 weeks against FlashLink BLE's every 5 months. FlashLink BLE's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FlashLink BLE ships an update every 5 months, Edge Inspections every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FlashLink BLE | Edge Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 weeks ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 ā better | 12.1 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ColdTrak | German Vicencio |
In-app purchases
FlashLink BLE
No in-app purchases
Edge Inspections
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is FlashLink BLE free?
Is Edge Inspections free?
Do FlashLink BLE or Edge Inspections have ads?
Which is updated more often, FlashLink BLE or Edge Inspections?
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