Comparison

EspBlufi vs ESP

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

Head to head
About

EspBlufi

This utility app facilitates communication with IoT devices using BLE data. It enables device distribution and custom data transmission, requiring the external device to be powered on for connection.

Highlights
  • BLE communication with IoT devices
  • Device distribution
  • Custom data transmission
  • Custom data reception
  • Search and connect functionality
Features
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EspBlufi is based on the Blufi protocol and communicates with IOT devices via BLE data to implement device distribution and custom data transmission and reception. The system can search successfully and connect only after the external device is started.

About

ESP

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AirLink is a Wi-Fi provisioning tool designed for electronics enthusiasts and developers working with the ESP series. Any ESP32 device that supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth can be quickly scanned, connected, and configured using AirLink, making development and debugging more efficient. It can also be paired with small ESP-IDF components to quickly implement Bluetooth functionality. Features: • Automatic ESP Device Discovery: Instantly detect nearby ESP devices without manually entering device information. • Quick Wi-Fi Provisioning: Easily configure your ESP device’s Wi-Fi network without complicated commands. • Bluetooth Connectivity: Connect to ESP devices via Bluetooth for remote configuration and control. • Real-Time Device Monitoring: View device connection status, signal strength, and Wi-Fi status at a glance. • Multi-Language Support: Interface and prompts are available in multiple languages for intuitive operation. Why choose AirLink? • Simple, fast, and visual operation • Designed for developers and hardware enthusiasts • Completely free and easy to get started With AirLink, your ESP development and configuration experience becomes smoother and more efficient. Download now to quickly connect and manage your ESP devices!

Screenshots

EspBlufi4 screens
ESP3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EspBlufi at none against ESP's 1. EspBlufi also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). 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. ESP sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. EspBlufi asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
EspBlufi versus ESP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEspBlufiESP
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS10.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperESPRESSIF SYSTEMS (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD.Wuhan FireFrog Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

EspBlufi

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ESP

One-time1
  • a cup of coffee$0.99

Questions

Is EspBlufi free?
EspBlufi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ESP free?
ESP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EspBlufi or ESP have ads?
Neither EspBlufi nor ESP shows ads.

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