XT UART vs ScootMate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
XT UART
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The support module functions as a parameter configuration of the slave, data transmission, speed measurement, and the like; Support module as data transmission and speed measurement function from the host; Support encryption and decryption of transparent data; Support device signal filtering and name filtering;
ScootMate
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ScootMate instantly connects to M365-compatible Bluetooth-enabled electric scooters. Lock and unlock, monitor battery and range, adjust settings - all from your iPhone or Apple Watch. Feature List: SECURITY FEATURES • Lock and unlock your scooter remotely • Safety-validated: only works when stationary (≤1 km/h) • Requires physical proximity via Bluetooth • CAUTION: This is a motor security feature, not an anti-theft feature REAL-TIME MONITORING • Battery percentage and voltage • Remaining range estimate • Current speed • Total distance traveled • Controller temperature • Firmware versions (motor, battery, BLE) • Serial number SCOOTER MANAGEMENT • Tail light mode (always on / brake only) • Enable/disable cruise control • Adjust regenerative braking level (KERS) APPLE WATCH APP • Lock and unlock from your wrist • 5 free trial locks, then $3.99 for unlimited • Glanceable battery and range stats • Quick connection with saved credentials • Minimal, action-focused interface SIRI SHORTCUTS • "Use ScootMate to Lock my scooter" / "Use ScootMate to Unlock my scooter" • "Use ScootMate to check my scooter's battery" and "Use ScootMate to check my scooter's remaining range" • Works with voice commands and Shortcuts app • Requires initial manual scooter-pairing through the app • Use Shortcuts app to create custom shortcuts for personalized commands SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE • Automatic device detection • Secure credential storage with Keychain • Smooth handoff between iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch • Bluetooth state monitoring • Beautiful, card-based interface COMPATIBILITY • Works with M365-compatible electric scooters (M365, Mi series, and similar) • Uses publicly available Bluetooth LE protocol • No third-party accounts required - uses your iCloud for sync • Supports firmware version 1.5.2 and compatible versions PRIVACY & TRANSPARENCY ScootMate is not affiliated with any scooter manufacturer. All communication uses publicly available Bluetooth protocols. No data is collected, no tracking, no third-party services. Credentials sync securely via iCloud Keychain. All data processing occurs on-device; no analytics SDKs or network requests are made.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: XT UART at none against ScootMate's 1. XT UART also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). ScootMate's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). 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
Both are free to download. ScootMate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. XT UART asks for nothing beyond the download.
XT UART ships an update every 4 months, ScootMate every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | XT UART | ScootMate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Lanke Xuntong Technology Co., Ltd. | Ron Regev |
In-app purchases
XT UART
No in-app purchases
ScootMate
- Unlimited Locks$3.99









