Comparison

WebBLE vs Lishi Search

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

Head to head
About

WebBLE

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
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Very simple web browser that supports the key web bluetooth javascript APIs, with bookmarks and console log viewing support. *** Overview *** Using this app you can navigate to a site written in javascript that can interact with your bluetooth (low energy) devices. This allows you to write your applications for use with devices such as puck.js in a language you are more familiar with (i.e. javascript) and be able to use it from your iOS device. Use the built-in console viewer to debug issues when running your site on WebBLE. Security is important for bluetooth device access, and so only sites that use https are supported, and it is not possible to connect to a bluetooth device without permission being granted by the user. Initially the following key APIs are supported: - bluetooth.requestDevice() - bluetooth.getAvailability() - BluetoothDevice.gatt - BluetoothDevice.addEventListener('gattserverdisconnected', cb) - BluetoothRemoteGATTServer.connect() - BluetoothRemoteGATTServer.disconnect() - BluetoothRemoteGATTServer.getPrimaryService() - BluetoothRemoteGATTService.getCharacteristic() - BluetoothRemoteGATTCharacteristic.writeValue() - BluetoothRemoteGATTCharacteristic.writeValueWithResponse() - BluetoothRemoteGATTCharacteristic.writeValueWithoutResponse() - BluetoothRemoteGATTCharacteristic.readValue() - BluetoothRemoteGATTCharacteristic.startNotifications() - BluetoothRemoteGATTCharacteristic.stopNotifications() - BluetoothRemoteGATTCharacteristic.addEventListener("characteristicvaluechanged", cb)

About

Lishi Search

Features
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Find source-reported Lishi tool applications for a vehicle, or look up vehicles by Lishi key ID. Lishi Search keeps its catalogue on your device so searches work offline. • Search by vehicle make, model and year. • Reverse-search from a Lishi key ID or alias. • Browse 264 key identifiers and 4,586 source-qualified application links. • See source details, market restrictions and lock-specific guidance. • Find documented tools even where vehicle coverage is still pending. • Use the catalogue without creating an account. • Report catalogue issues from the app. The free app includes banner advertising. An optional one-time purchase removes ads permanently. Advertising, purchases, opening source links and issue reports require an internet connection. Lishi Search is an independent reference app for authorised locksmith and automotive work. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Genuine Lishi or vehicle manufacturers. Coverage varies by market, generation and lock type. Always confirm compatibility with the physical lock before selecting a tool.

Screenshots

WebBLE2 screens
Lishi Search3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Lishi Search at Free against WebBLE's $1.99. Lishi Search also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 months). WebBLE's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Lishi Search is free to download; WebBLE costs $1.99 up front. Lishi Search sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. WebBLE asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WebBLE ships an update every 3 months, Lishi Search every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WebBLE versus Lishi Search: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWebBLELishi Search
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating2.6 (43 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings43 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB31 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGreenParkSoftwareJAMES CHRISTOPHER KEMP

Bugs and requests

WebBLE

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • 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
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  • Application crashes when selecting photo source "from the camera"
  • Disconnect and forget device needed after closing or locking phone
  • Sometimes no Bluetooth connection can be made to the web app
  • Does not connect to HM 10 module
  • Location not supported
  • Does not work on iPad
  • Cannot select device after scan

Requested features

8 requests
  • File downloads support
  • "App" mode to remove bars
  • Safari shortcut support
  • Add bookmark to homescreen
  • Geolocation functionality
Show 3 more
  • Support for Apple Watch
  • Save to Storage for Bangle.js
  • Voice recognition support

Lishi Search

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

WebBLE

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Lishi Search

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$9.99

Questions

Is WebBLE free?
WebBLE costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lishi Search free?
Lishi Search is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WebBLE or Lishi Search have ads?
Lishi Search shows ads; WebBLE does not.
Which is updated more often, WebBLE or Lishi Search?
WebBLE ships an update every 3 months, and Lishi Search every 11 days. Most recently, WebBLE was updated on October 17, 2026 and Lishi Search on October 9, 2026.

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