# WebBLE vs Screens 5

The clearest difference is price: Screens 5 at Free against WebBLE's $1.99. Screens 5 also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.6) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). WebBLE's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Screens 5 is free to download; WebBLE costs $1.99 up front. Screens 5 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. WebBLE asks for nothing beyond the download.

Screens 5 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screens 5 has 590 ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of WebBLE's written reviews are positive against 49% of Screens 5's.

WebBLE ships an update every 3 months, Screens 5 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WebBLE | Screens 5 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [2.6 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webble/id1193531073/reviews) | **[4.5 (590 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screens-5-vnc-remote-desktop/id1663047912/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 43 | **590** |
| Positive reviews | 47.4% of reviews | **49.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GreenParkSoftware](https://appshunter.io/developer/449062540) | [Edovia Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/284606519) |

## What reviewers say

### WebBLE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webble/id1193531073)

This app is a simple web browser designed to interact with Bluetooth Low Energy devices using JavaScript APIs. It allows users to navigate to secure HTTPS websites that can control Bluetooth devices, with built-in console logging for debugging. It supports a specific subset of Web Bluetooth JavaScript APIs.

**Highlights:** Web Bluetooth JavaScript API support, Bookmarks, Console log viewer, HTTPS site support, User permission for Bluetooth, Pybricks support

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works with Crafty+
- 👍 Works with Bangle JS
- 👍 Privacy respected
- 👍 Basic but functional
- 👍 Code shared

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Does not work on iPhone
- 😞 Does not connect to Bluetooth
- 😞 Navigation is horrible
- 😞 Cannot clear cache
- 😞 App locked up immediately

**Reported bugs**

- File downloads do not work
- Cannot clear cache
- App locks up on opening
- Does not connect to Bluetooth on iPhone 16 series
- Preloaded links are broken

**Requested features**

- File downloads support
- "App" mode to remove bars
- Safari shortcut support
- Add bookmark to homescreen
- Geolocation functionality


### Screens 5

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screens-5-vnc-remote-desktop/id1663047912)

Access your Mac, Windows, Linux, or Raspberry Pi computers remotely from your Apple devices. Offers fast, secure, and reliable desktop access for work, travel, or helping others. Integrates with modern workflows and system features for seamless control.

**Highlights:** Remote access to Mac, Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi, Fast and secure VNC connections, Curtain Mode for private sessions, SSH connections and key support, Clipboard and file transfer, Multi-display support, Siri and Shortcuts integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.49 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Family Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent remote access
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🔒 Secure SSH-based remote control
- 👍 Native to Apple ecosystem
- 🚀 High-quality remote desktop rendering

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable connection and frequent disconnections
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Requires complex networking setup (port forwarding, Tailscale)
- 🐛 Issues with full-screen mode and window management
- 🐛 Telemetry and analytics cannot be disabled

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to delete auto-saved nearby devices
- Inconsistent behavior when editing device configurations
- Screens Connect failing to work reliably

**Requested features**

- Ability to block remote input while keeping remote desktop visible
- File transfer between Mac and iOS/iPadOS
- Upgrade pricing for existing users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WebBLE free?

WebBLE costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Screens 5 free?

Screens 5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, WebBLE or Screens 5?

Screens 5 is rated higher. WebBLE averages 2.6 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while Screens 5 averages 4.5 from 590 ratings.

### Do WebBLE or Screens 5 have ads?

Neither WebBLE nor Screens 5 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WebBLE or Screens 5?

WebBLE ships an update every 3 months, and Screens 5 fortnightly. Most recently, WebBLE was updated on October 29, 2026 and Screens 5 on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*