Comparison

Bloomberg B vs Inlaid

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

Head to head
About

Bloomberg B

This app provides a secure and convenient method for Bloomberg Anywhere users to authenticate to the Bloomberg Terminal and BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL app. It allows for quick logins by scanning a QR code and verifying identity with device biometrics.

Highlights
  • Secure authentication
  • Convenient login
  • QR code scanning
  • Biometric verification
  • Bloomberg Terminal access
  • BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL app access
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The Bloomberg B-Unit app is a secure and convenient way for Bloomberg Anywhere users to authenticate to the Bloomberg Terminal® and BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL® app. NOTE: This app can only be used by Bloomberg Terminal® customers with a Bloomberg Anywhere subscription. Key Features: Quickly login to the Bloomberg Terminal by scanning a QR code and verifying your identity with your device’s biometric authentication

About

Inlaid

Digitize your physical storage with AI-powered visual analysis and NFC technology. Create a searchable inventory of your items and containers, syncing seamlessly across your iOS devices. A modern alternative to manual spreadsheets for efficient organization.

Highlights
  • iCloud Sync across devices
  • AI Visual Search for item identification
  • NFC Container Linking for quick access
  • NFC Writer Suite for tag programming
  • System-Level Search integration
  • Private and secure data storage
Features
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Inlaid is a comprehensive inventory management tool designed to digitize physical storage. By combining visual AI analysis with NFC technology, Inlaid creates a searchable database of your containers, boxes, and collections, accessible instantly from your iOS devices. As a modern replacement for manual spreadsheets, Inlaid leverages native iOS technologies, including CloudKit, Core NFC, and Spotlight to provide a seamless, secure, and professional organization system. Core Features: • iCloud Sync: Automatic, secure synchronization across iPhone and iPad using CloudKit. Inventory data remains consistently updated across all devices with no external accounts required. • AI Visual Search: Advanced image analysis automatically generates descriptive keywords for container contents. Retrieve items by searching for materials, object types, or colors (e.g., "Glass," "Cables," "Blue") without manual tagging. • NFC Container Linking: Link standard NTAG215 tags to physical containers. Scanning a linked tag instantly launches the specific container manifest, providing immediate access to content lists without manual searching. • NFC Writer Suite: Includes a built-in utility to program custom NFC tags. Write standardized payloads for Wi-Fi credentials, URL navigation, FaceTime calls, and SMS triggers directly from the app. • System-Level Search: Full integration with iOS Spotlight allows for item and container retrieval directly from the iPhone Home Screen. • Private & Secure: Built with a privacy-first architecture. All inventory data is stored locally on-device and in your private iCloud container. Supported Use Cases: • Relocation: Managing packing manifests and box tracking during moves. • Asset Management: Cataloging valuable collections, electronics, or equipment. • Archival Storage: Indexing long-term storage, tax documents, and files. • Home Automation: Programming functional NFC triggers for smart home utility.

Screenshots

Bloomberg B4 screens
Inlaid4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bloomberg B at 4.7 against Inlaid's 4.0. Bloomberg B also leads on ratings volume (89 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bloomberg B holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bloomberg B has 89 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Bloomberg B versus Inlaid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBloomberg BInlaid
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (89 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews88.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings89 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.2 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBloomberg Finance LPSPENCER WILLIAM DEARMAN

In-app purchases

None

Bloomberg B

No in-app purchases

None

Inlaid

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bloomberg B free?
Bloomberg B is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Inlaid free?
Inlaid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Bloomberg B or Inlaid?
Bloomberg B is rated higher. Bloomberg B averages 4.7 out of 5 from 89 ratings, while Inlaid averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Bloomberg B or Inlaid have ads?
Neither Bloomberg B nor Inlaid shows ads.

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