Comparison

xBeaconPlus vs Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Modify iBeacon and Eddystone parameters
  • Adjust hardware parameters
  • Configure broadcast intervals
  • Set transmission power
  • Enable anti-tampering technologies
  • Beacon ranging
  • Firmware upgrades
Features
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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.

About

Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup

Features
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The iOS portable devices will connect with the Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to serial port converter devices and exchange data with them bi-directional. The serial port includes RS-232 or RS-422 RS-485 interfaces. The user will test the APP with the SCADA, Robot, UAV, PLC, CNC or etc. with the BLE to serial port devices. The APP will be customized to meet the specific applications.

Screenshots

xBeaconPlus4 screens
Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup at 3 against xBeaconPlus's 1. Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
xBeaconPlus versus Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterxBeaconPlusBluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Lanke Xuntong Technology Co., Ltd.FUH CHERNG SHEU

In-app purchases

None

xBeaconPlus

No in-app purchases

None

Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is xBeaconPlus free?
xBeaconPlus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup free?
Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do xBeaconPlus or Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup have ads?
Neither xBeaconPlus nor Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup shows ads.
Which is updated more often, xBeaconPlus or Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup?
xBeaconPlus ships an update every 2 weeks, and Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup every 2 weeks. Most recently, xBeaconPlus was updated on September 12, 2026 and Bluetooth V2.1 SPP Setup on September 18, 2026.

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