Comparison

nRF Blinky vs Nimbus Fetch

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

Head to head
About

nRF Blinky

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nRF Blinky is an application targeted towards developers who are new to Bluetooth Low Energy. nRF Blinky has the following features: - Scan and connect to any nRF5 DK containing the Nordic Semiconductor’s proprietary LED/Button Service. - Toggle the LED on the development kit On and Off from within the application. - Receive Button press and release events from the development kit and display it within the application. This application is open sourced and the is written in Swift 5 and available on GitHub: https://github.com/NordicSemiconductor/IOS-CoreBluetooth-Mock

About

Nimbus Fetch

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Nimbus Fetch is a dedicated app that lets you instantly download and view text files stored in your Google Drive on your iPhone or iPad. Just open the app to access the latest version of your files - no need to launch the Google Drive app or Google Docs app just to check a memo or a shared document anymore. Whether you frequently use Google Drive for work, receive files from others, or rely on GAS (Google Apps Script) to generate daily reports, this app provides the fastest and most seamless way to reach the information that matters to you. Key Features ● Seamless File Retrieval via Google API and Secure Access as Privacy-oriented Design By integrating with the official Google API, the app ensures secure and efficient file access. After signing in once, your Google authentication status is preserved, letting you fetch files without logging in every time. You can freely specify the filename to download, allowing you to tailor the app to your personal workflow. The app only reads Google Drive files created by the app itself. It does not access other files, protecting your privacy. ● Automatic Nightly Downloads Enable the nightly auto-download option to automatically retrieve your file every day at 2:00 AM or later. Perfect for those who use Google Apps Script to automatically store calculation results or monitor website updates - wake up to the latest data already downloaded to your device. Automate your routine and start your day with fresh information at hand. ● Lock Screen Widget Support With full widget compatibility, you can check the content of your downloaded file directly from your lock screen. No need to open the app or switch screens - your important information becomes visible at a glance. ● Customizable Appearance, Language, and Layout Choose from Light Mode, Dark Mode, or follow your iOS system settings. You can also select the display language within the app. The layout automatically switches between portrait and landscape depending on your device’s orientation, providing an optimized viewing experience at all times. Enjoy effortless access to your most important information If Google Drive is part of your daily routine, this is an app you’ll want to try. Experience how much smoother your everyday "file-checking" can become.

Screenshots

nRF Blinky2 screens
Nimbus Fetch3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: nRF Blinky at 4 against Nimbus Fetch's β€”. nRF Blinky also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
nRF Blinky versus Nimbus Fetch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameternRF BlinkyNimbus Fetch
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsβ€”
AdsNoβ€”
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” betterβ€”
Requires iOS12.0 β€” better18.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size10 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNordic Semiconductor ASANoriho Tanaka

In-app purchases

None

nRF Blinky

No in-app purchases

None

Nimbus Fetch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is nRF Blinky free?
nRF Blinky is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nimbus Fetch free?
Nimbus Fetch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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