Comparison

Actions vs BLE Controller

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

Head to head
About

Actions

Send HTTP requests with a single tap to control internet-connected devices and services. Easily manage remote switches, Arduinos, APIs, and more from your mobile device.

Highlights
  • Perform HTTP requests with one tap
  • Control internet-connected devices
  • Manage Arduinos and IoT devices
  • Interact with APIs and web services
  • Check remote service status
Features
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Actions lets you perform HTTP request with a single Tap! With Actions you can control anything connected to Internet Like: * Remote switches * Arduinos * API * Web Services * IOT Devices * Website Response * Remote Service Status * And More! Replace "curl" with "Actions" and became Mobile First too! Actions!

About

BLE Controller

This app enables wireless control of microcontrollers like Arduino and ESP32 via Bluetooth Low Energy. It features a customizable remote interface, a serial console for real-time data monitoring, and device management tools for makers and hobbyists.

Highlights
  • Customizable button interface
  • Real-time serial console
  • Device scanning and management
  • Bi-directional communication
  • Offline functionality
  • Dark and light themes
Features
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Control your Arduino, ESP32, STM32, Micro:bit and IoT devices wirelessly with BLE Controller - the ultimate Bluetooth Low Energy remote and serial terminal for makers, hobbyists, and professionals. POWERFUL BLUETOOTH CONTROL BLE Controller provides seamless wireless communication with your microcontroller projects. Connect to any Bluetooth-enabled Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, or IoT device and take full control from your iPhone or iPad. CUSTOMIZABLE REMOTE CONTROL Create your perfect control interface with fully customizable buttons. Each button can be personalized with: - Custom labels and commands - Color-coded organization - Icon selection from 20+ options - Instant command transmission Perfect for robot control, smart home automation, motor control, LED strips, servo control, and more. Send commands like Forward, Backward, Left, Right, Stop, or any custom serial commands your project needs. SERIAL CONSOLE & TERMINAL Monitor real-time data from your devices with the built-in serial console. View sensor readings, debug messages, and system logs as they happen. Send custom commands directly to your device and receive instant feedback. Features: - Real-time data streaming - Command history - Clear and organized log view - Custom baud rate configuration - Bi-directional communication SMART DEVICE MANAGEMENT - Quick scan for nearby BLE devices - Auto-save recent connections - RSSI signal strength monitoring - One-tap reconnection to favorite devices - Device connection history PROFESSIONAL FEATURES - Dark and light theme options - Haptic feedback for tactile response - Offline functionality - no internet required - Privacy-focused - your data stays on your device - No subscription fees or in-app purchases PERFECT FOR - Arduino robot control (cars, drones, rovers) - ESP32/ESP8266 IoT projects - Home automation systems - Robotics competitions - STEM education and learning - Prototype testing and development - Maker projects and hackathons - Industrial automation - Smart device integration - Serial communication testing EASY SETUP 1. Enable Bluetooth on your device 2. Upload BLE serial code to your Arduino/ESP32 3. Tap "Scan" to find your device 4. Connect and start controlling 5. Customize buttons for your project needs RELIABLE & STABLE Built with professional-grade Bluetooth libraries ensuring stable connections and reliable data transmission. Advanced error handling and automatic reconnection keep you connected to your projects. CONTINUOUS UPDATES We're committed to making BLE Controller the best Bluetooth control app for makers. Regular updates bring new features, improvements, and bug fixes. SUPPORT & COMMUNITY Need help? Our support team is ready to assist with setup questions, connection issues, or feature requests. Join thousands of makers worldwide using BLE Controller for their projects. COMPATIBLE PLATFORMS • Arduino (Uno, Mega, Nano with BLE module) • ESP32 (built-in BLE) • ESP8266 (with external BLE module) • HC-05/HC-06 Bluetooth modules • nRF52 boards • Raspberry Pi with Bluetooth • Any device with BLE serial capability Start building amazing wireless projects today. Download BLE Controller and bring your IoT devices to life!

Screenshots

Actions2 screens
BLE Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BLE Controller at 100% against Actions's 44%. BLE Controller also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Actions's advantage is ratings volume (99 vs 2) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Actions sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BLE Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BLE Controller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Actions has 99 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Actions's written reviews are positive against 100% of BLE Controller's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Actions versus BLE Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterActionsBLE Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (99 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings99 — better2
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichele Gruppioni (Gruppio)CircuitMagic Inc.

Customer experience

Actions

All ratings99 ratings
Positive78.8%
Neutral7.1%
Negative14.1%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive43.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative50.0%

BLE Controller

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Actions

One-time1
  • Unlimited Actions$0.99
None

BLE Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Actions free?
Actions is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BLE Controller free?
BLE Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Actions or BLE Controller?
BLE Controller is rated higher. Actions averages 4.2 out of 5 from 99 ratings, while BLE Controller averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Actions or BLE Controller have ads?
Neither Actions nor BLE Controller shows ads.

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