Comparison

EzBlock Studio vs BLE Scanner

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

Head to head
About

EzBlock Studio

This app enables beginners to program and control SunFounder Raspberry Pi robots using visual block-based coding or Python. It offers features like text-to-speech, camera recognition, and sensor control for interactive robot projects.

Highlights
  • Blockly & Python programming
  • TTS, camera recognition, remote control
  • Music/sound effects, sensor control
  • Drag and drop interface
  • Support for various SunFounder robots
Features
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EzBlock Studio is an app for programming and controlling SunFounder Raspberry Pi robots, which allows beginners (students) to quickly get started with Raspberry Pi robot programming. It has built-in TTS, camera recognition, remote control, music/sound effects, and sensor control functions. For more information, refer to: ezblock3.rtfd.io. Features 1. Blockly & Python programming 2. Built-in TTS, camera recognition, remote control, music/sound effects, and sensor control functions. 3. Simply drag and drop and then check the effect immediately. 4. Support for SunFounder robots: PiCar-X, PiSloth, PiCrawler, PiArm, Pan-tilt HAT etc. 5. Ages: 7+ Required Devices 1. Raspberry Pi and Accessories 2. SunFounder Robot HAT or products with Robot HAT (Robot HAT online tutorials: robot-hat.rtfd.io) Steps to use 1. Download the Raspberry Pi OS with EzBlock Pre-installed image file here: http://ezblock.cc/download/v31.html. 2. Insert the card and Robot HAT to the Raspberry Pi and start it. 3. Open the downloaded app and select the correct Bluetooth to connect. 4. Configure Wi-Fi. 5. Start to write programs for Raspberry Pi. Tutorials & support Online tutorials: ezblock3.rtfd.io. Email: service@sunfounder.com

About

BLE Scanner

Features
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BLE Scanner helps you quickly find, analyze, and interact with nearby Bluetooth Low Energy devices. Designed for developers, engineers, testers, students, and everyday users, BLE Scanner makes it easy to discover nearby Bluetooth devices, monitor signal strength, inspect BLE services, and test device communication from a clean and simple interface. Key Features: • Scan Nearby BLE Devices Discover Bluetooth Low Energy devices around you with fast, real-time scanning. • Live RSSI Signal Strength View signal strength to understand whether a device is near or far. • Explore GATT Services Inspect BLE services and characteristics in a structured, easy-to-read format. • Read & Write Data Send and receive data using HEX or text commands for testing and debugging. • Device Details View device name, UUID, service data, manufacturer data, and other BLE information. • Beacon Support Scan and analyze beacon signals for development, testing, and troubleshooting. • Real-Time Logs Monitor BLE activity, connection status, service discovery, and errors in one place. Perfect For: • Finding nearby Bluetooth devices • Testing BLE and IoT hardware • Debugging GATT services and characteristics • Monitoring RSSI signal strength • Working with smart devices and sensors • Learning Bluetooth Low Energy technology • Analyzing beacon signals BLE Scanner is built to be simple, fast, and reliable while still offering powerful tools for professional BLE testing. Download BLE Scanner today and start exploring nearby Bluetooth devices with confidence.

Screenshots

EzBlock Studio4 screens
BLE Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: EzBlock Studio at 11.0 against BLE Scanner's 15. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
EzBlock Studio versus BLE Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEzBlock StudioBLE Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Maker Stars Technology Co., Ltd.Sensovium Inc.

Bugs and requests

EzBlock Studio

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Setup screen too high
  • App cannot connect to WiFi
  • Bluetooth pairing not working
  • Confirmation code not sending
  • Cannot input Raspberry Pi name
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  • Play Store not supported on Windows 10 laptop

Requested features

3 requests
  • Install on Windows 10
  • More warm functions
  • Improve professional software

BLE Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

EzBlock Studio

No in-app purchases

None

BLE Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EzBlock Studio free?
EzBlock Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BLE Scanner free?
BLE Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EzBlock Studio or BLE Scanner have ads?
Neither EzBlock Studio nor BLE Scanner shows ads.

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