Comparison

diBlue vs HB VORTEX

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

Head to head
About

diBlue

This utility app connects to compatible Bluetooth Low Energy devices and DSD TECH relay modules. It allows users to discover devices, send and receive text or HEX data, and control relay modules. The interface supports multiple languages and stores all data locally without requiring an account or displaying ads.

Highlights
  • Discover and organize BLE devices
  • Send and receive Text or HEX data
  • Repeat commands at intervals
  • Control DSD TECH relay modules
  • Multi-language interface
  • Local data storage
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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DSD TECH Bluetooth is now diBlue. Version 2.4 updates the same app under its new name; existing users can update their current installation. diBlue is a practical workspace for compatible Bluetooth Low Energy devices and DSD TECH relay modules. Discover devices, exchange Text or HEX data and keep frequently used commands close at hand. FIND AND ORGANIZE DEVICES - Scan nearby BLE devices and view their names and signal strength. - Save favorites and assign local aliases without changing the hardware name. - Switch between All and Favorites, view device details and choose a device type. - Copy a device's iOS UUID from its details. This identifier is not its hardware MAC address. - Hide unrelated devices from discovery results and restore them from Settings when needed. SEND COMMANDS AND REUSE YOUR WORK - Send and receive Text or HEX data. - Send once or repeat at a chosen interval, with a stop control. - Choose None, CR, LF or CRLF line endings for text commands. - Reuse recent commands from History and save frequently used commands in Starred. - Selecting a saved command fills the input for review; it does not send automatically. - Read color-coded send and receive logs, with optional timestamps and automatic scrolling. CONTROL COMPATIBLE DSD TECH RELAYS - Detect the channel count on supported one- and four-channel modules. - View device-reported channel states and refresh them when needed. - Control individual channels or use All on and All off on four-channel modules. - Confirm control results through a follow-up status query to the device. CHOOSE YOUR LANGUAGE AND DISPLAY PREFERENCES The interface supports English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese (Taiwan), German, French, Spanish (Spain), Italian, Portuguese (Portugal) and Japanese. Follow your system language or choose a language in Settings. You can also keep the screen on while connected and adjust log timestamps and automatic scrolling. LOCAL STORAGE, NO ACCOUNT REQUIRED diBlue contains no ads and requires no account. Device profiles, favorites, aliases, settings, command history and starred commands are stored locally. Apple-managed backups and device transfers may preserve this data according to your settings. COMPATIBILITY Requires iOS 15 or later and compatible BLE hardware. Classic Bluetooth SPP devices are not supported. Data transfer requires the supported FFE0 service and FFE1 characteristic; relay controls require the supported DSD TECH relay protocol. diBlue does not work with every Bluetooth device. Bluetooth permission is required to discover and connect to nearby devices. The app does not request location permission. Support: dsd_tech@outlook.com

About

HB VORTEX

Features
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**HB Vortex MotionRig: Professional Driving Ecosystem** Just Focus On Driving. A "Plug and Play" experience that eliminates complex settings and setup hassles. The system is designed to run without user intervention, offering an instant race-ready architecture. Our smart motor technology self-tests and auto-calibrates on every boot. **Technical Specifications** • System Requirements: No External PC Required (100% Standalone) • Body Type: 3 or 4 legs (3 DOF) • Nominal Power: 400W or 750W per leg • Stroke Distance: 100 - 150mm (Customizable) • Maximum Travel Speed: 80 cm/s (Capped at 35 cm/s for optimal realism) • Maximum G-Force: >1.0G (Soft-capped at 0.35G for home safety and precision) **Turnkey Standalone Solution** This system is a complete turnkey solution consisting of motors, base chassis, drivers, and our custom-developed control unit. You ABSOLUTELY DO NOT need an external PC, messy USB connections, or any additional middleman device to run the system. Just plug into power and play. **Top-Tier Performance & Safety Limits** Our mechanical infrastructure is capable of producing >1.0G force and 80 cm/s travel speed. However, to ensure home safety, prolong mechanical life, and maintain the most realistic driving feel, the system is soft-capped at an optimal 0.35G and 35 cm/s. **HOMS Architecture & Fluid Motion Technology** • Direct Memory Access (DMA): Game data is read with 17-bit resolution using 'ctypes' and custom parsers without rounding errors. • Lossless Telemetry (Salsa20): Offers the purest driving feel by decrypting encrypted data streams instead of standard packets. • Game-Based Optimization: Custom-written code infrastructure perfectly reflects the physics engines of F1, GT7, Assetto Corsa, and Forza. • 'No-Jitter' Guarantee: Advanced LERP algorithms keep motion smooth and uninterrupted, even with network latency. • Smart Memory: Continuously analyzes the past 20 motion frames to prevent mechanical vibrations (hammering). • Aero Sway: Physically simulates the aerodynamic lift (floating) sensation at speeds over 100 km/h. • 60Hz+ Output & 5-Axis Motion: Over 60 position updates per second. A flawless blend of Pitch, Roll, and Heave motions, even if the game stutters. **Safety & Diagnostics** • Independent Protection: The ESP32 processor runs independently from the main software, monitoring the system 24/7. • Smart E-Stop: Safely stops the system from your mobile device in emergencies without damaging the motors. • Black Box: Records the last 3 seconds of telemetry data in high resolution in case of an issue. • Active Safety: Anti-hammering measures, I/O frequency monitoring, auto-sleep (power saving), and smart park modes. **Connectivity & Ecosystem (Ignite BLE)** • No Coding, No Cables: Instant setup in seconds via Bluetooth using your phone. The rig recognizes your home network automatically. • On-the-fly Tuning: Change motion intensity and response speed in seconds while driving directly from your phone. • Advanced Interface: Integrated web and mobile interface for quick adjustments, system monitoring, lap times, tire temps, and real-time torque distribution. • SimHub Support: Full integration for unlimited telemetry data, bass shakers, and wind simulator support. **Supported Platforms & Games** Thanks to our proprietary software ecosystem, the system seamlessly supports PC, PS5, and Xbox. Its flexible infrastructure even allows for real-time RC Car control! Fully Compatible Titles: • F1 202X Series • Assetto Corsa & Assetto Corsa Competizione • Dirt 2.0 • Euro Truck Simulator 2 • Gran Turismo 7 • Forza Horizon 5 • Live for Speed

Screenshots

diBlue4 screens
HB VORTEX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HB VORTEX at every 3 days against diBlue's monthly. diBlue's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

diBlue ships an update monthly, HB VORTEX every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
diBlue versus HB VORTEX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterdiBlueHB VORTEX
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDongGuan DESHIDE TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTDHB Elektronik hobi ve drone sanayi ticaret limited sirketi

In-app purchases

None

diBlue

No in-app purchases

None

HB VORTEX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is diBlue free?
diBlue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HB VORTEX free?
HB VORTEX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do diBlue or HB VORTEX have ads?
Neither diBlue nor HB VORTEX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, diBlue or HB VORTEX?
diBlue ships an update monthly, and HB VORTEX every 3 days. Most recently, diBlue was updated on November 6, 2026 and HB VORTEX on October 8, 2026.

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