xBeaconPlus vs CheckBlue
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
xBeaconPlus
Configure and manage iBeacon and Eddystone devices. Adjust hardware parameters, broadcast intervals, and transmission power. Offers advanced security features like connection verification and data encryption.
- Modify iBeacon and Eddystone parameters
- Adjust hardware parameters
- Configure broadcast intervals
- Set transmission power
- Enable anti-tampering technologies
- Beacon ranging
- Firmware upgrades
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xBeaconPlus is a multifunctional beacon configuration application designed to enhance user experience. It not only supports modifying basic iBeacon and Eddystone parameters but also allows users to adjust key hardware parameters such as broadcast intervals, transmission power, sensor status, and hardware information. Additionally, to enhance security, xBeaconPlus offers advanced anti-tampering technologies such as connection verification and data encryption communication. The application also supports beacon ranging and firmware upgrades to ensure optimal device performance. We are committed to continually expanding the range of functions to meet more professional needs. Please contact us for more information on additional functions and products. We also recommend you visit our "xBeaconBatch" application, which provides a series of advanced engineering tools to further improve work efficiency and effectiveness.
CheckBlue
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CheckBlue can find all BLE devices that use Bluetooth 4.0+ Low Energy(also known as Bluetooth Smart) Full Support of read, write, and notify is included. Developers can use CheckBlue to write, read or notify the especial characteristics This is a simple, efficient and universal BLE tool. We will try our best to help you save time and money. Key Features: -Scan the BLE devices -Scan iBeacons -Support Eddystone-UID & Eddystone-URI -Calculated Broadcast Interval Supported -Read and Configure the Beacon -Browse Services and Characteristics -Read Characteristics -Write Characteristics in Hex, Text or Decimal - Scanning Beacons from multiple manufacturers. Like Estimote, Meeblue ect. - Support real-time data of temperature and humidity. - Support to obtain and export historical data. - Support UWB device We will update the app from time to time. In order to experience the latest features faster, it is suggested to open the app's automatic update in the settings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: CheckBlue at 3 against xBeaconPlus's 1. CheckBlue also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | xBeaconPlus | CheckBlue |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 8.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Lanke Xuntong Technology Co., Ltd. | Shenzhen Meeblue Electronics Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
xBeaconPlus
No in-app purchases
CheckBlue
No in-app purchases








