BLE Scanner 4.0 vs Forth ERP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BLE Scanner 4.0
Explore and manage Bluetooth Low Energy devices with this comprehensive utility. Discover, connect, and analyze BLE signals, including iBeacon and Eddystone data. Ideal for developers and users tracking smart gadgets.
- Instant BLE device discovery with RSSI
- Radar view for device distance visualization
- Smart filtering by name, UUID, RSSI, and more
- iBeacon and Eddystone scanning
- Data export to CSV
- Custom BLE advertising packet creation
- Secure GATT service and characteristic exploration
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No. 1 Scanner Utility app for BLE devices and trusted by developers, hobbyists, and everyday users worldwide, BLE Scanner 4.0 is your go-to app for Bluetooth Low Energy exploration. Easily discover, connect, and manage your Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices. Whether you’re a developer testing BLE device signals or a user tracking your smart gadgets, BLE Scanner gives you powerful tools to scan, analyze, and connect all in one app. Why BLE Scanner? - Instant Discovery: Quickly find nearby BLE devices with real-time signal strength (RSSI). Lower the number the closer you are to the source i.e. -25 is very near and -80 is far from your BLE devices. - Radar View: Visualize device distance and movement around you. - Smart Filters: Search by name, UUID, RSSI, or major/minor values. - iBeacon & Eddystone Support: Scan, monitor, and analyze beacon data seamlessly. - Data Export: Save scan history or export logs to CSV for advanced analysis. - Custom Advertising: Create your own BLE advertising packets for testing & IoT projects. - Upload data to the cloud: Upload your BLE device data on your own cloud using HTTPS or MQTT URL. - Secure Connections: Connect to GATT services and explore characteristics. Built for Developers & Engineers - Inspect GATT services & characteristics - Read and write BLE characteristics - Debug BLE communication issues - Ideal for firmware testing & validation Privacy First • No account required • No personal data collected • BLE scanning performed locally on your device Privacy Policy: https://www.bluepixeltech.com/appVersion/privacy-policy-blescanner.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blescanner X: https://x.com/blescanner Comments, questions, or suggestions? Visit us: www.bluepixeltech.com or Email us: blescanner@bluepixeltech.com
Forth ERP
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Forth ERP is a complete business management solution built to simplify and streamline your operations. From sales and inventory to finance and HR, manage every aspect of your business in one powerful app. Designed for startups, SMEs, and enterprises alike, Forth ERP gives you real-time insights, automation tools, and full control—right from your phone or tablet. Key Features: Sales & order management Inventory tracking & stock control Invoicing & expense management Human resources & payroll tools Real-time reports & analytics Cloud-based & secure Works seamlessly across devices Stay productive, make smarter decisions, and grow faster with Forth ERP.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Forth ERP at none against BLE Scanner 4.0's 3. BLE Scanner 4.0's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 11 months) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. BLE Scanner 4.0 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Forth ERP asks for nothing beyond the download.
BLE Scanner 4.0 ships an update every 6 weeks, Forth ERP every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BLE Scanner 4.0 | Forth ERP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (615 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 57.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 615 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 11 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Bluepixel Technologies LLP | Forthapps |
Bugs and requests
BLE Scanner 4.0
Reported bugs
3 issues- Stuck in update loop after latest version
- Search and filtering functions not working
- Crashes when trying to add new iBeacons
Requested features
4 requests- Add distance or location information for detected devices
- Improve filtering and sorting of detected devices
- Provide more detailed device information
- Add support for more Bluetooth device types
Forth ERP
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BLE Scanner 4.0
- Advertiser Plan$2.991 Month
- Cloud Subscription$4.991 Month
- Ultimate Subscription$5.991 Month
Forth ERP
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is BLE Scanner 4.0 free?
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Do BLE Scanner 4.0 or Forth ERP have ads?
Which is updated more often, BLE Scanner 4.0 or Forth ERP?
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