Fulham EliteBlue vs CDI NFC Tool
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fulham EliteBlue
Easily commission and monitor smart lighting networks with this intuitive tool. Customize lighting control parameters, provision devices, and test scenes without specialized training. Ideal for setting up wireless lighting systems.
- Bluetooth mesh commissioning
- Device provisioning
- Lighting control customization
- Ambient light sensor calibration
- Scene testing
- Proximity sensing for device detection
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The lighting industry is going wireless, and the number of ready-to-use products is growing rapidly. To unleash the full potential of smart lighting networks, Fulham provides a set of tools for commissioning and monitoring qualified Bluetooth mesh lighting devices. Using the intuitive web and iOS apps, you can easily customize lighting control parameters in accordance with site-specific needs and building energy codes. Use the iOS app to complete onsite comissioning of connected luminiares, sensors, switches, and other devices. No specialized training or lighting control expertise is needed- the intuitive interface lets you add Bluetooth mesh lighting devices to a wireless network in no time. Provisioning Using proximity sensing, the app creates a list of detected lighting devices. Up to 5 devices can be provisioned simultaneously. Using an RSSI filter, you can narrow down the list of visible luminaires to those that are the nearest. Customization Fine tune your lighting scenarios to suit specific needs. Customize run, prolong, and standby modes, plus other lighting control parameters. Calibration Calibrate an ambient light sensor in accordance with the measurement provided by a handheld light meter. Adjust brightness until it reaches the correct level and enter the value. Testing Test the performance of connected devices as well as defined lighting scenes and make adjustments if needed.
CDI NFC Tool
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CDI 40W Driver Programmer puts professional LED driver configuration in the palm of your hand. Designed exclusively for CDI 40W RFID/NFC LED drivers, this app allows installers, electricians, and lighting professionals to quickly adjust forward current settings on-site using any NFC-enabled iOS device. Simple, Tap-to-Program Operation No special equipment needed—just bring your smartphone close to the driver's NFC antenna and configure output current in seconds. The app communicates directly with the embedded ST25DV RFID chip inside each driver, allowing you to fine-tune light output to match your project requirements. Key Features Adjust forward current output to optimize LED performance and efficiency Read current driver settings including model information, date code, and output limits Intuitive slider and direct mA entry for easy current selection Instant verification confirms successful programming Works with all CDI 40W series RFID/NFC-enabled LED drivers Built for the Field Whether you're commissioning a new installation, retrofitting existing fixtures, or performing maintenance, this app eliminates the need for laptops, proprietary programmers, or complex software. Make adjustments on the spot and move on to the next fixture. Requirements - iOS device with NFC capability - CDI 40W series LED driver with RFID/NFC programming interface How to Use Open the CDI 40W Driver Programmer app Hold your device near the NFC antenna on the LED driver Read current settings or program new output current values Verify successful programming before moving to the next driver Download now and streamline your LED driver configuration workflow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: CDI NFC Tool at 13.0 against Fulham EliteBlue's 16.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Fulham EliteBlue | CDI NFC Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fulham | GRE ALPHA ELECTRONICS LTD |
In-app purchases
Fulham EliteBlue
No in-app purchases
CDI NFC Tool
No in-app purchases
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