Comparison

ESP BLE Provisioning vs ESP32 Chat

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

Head to head
About

ESP BLE Provisioning

Configure Wi-Fi credentials for ESP32 or ESP8266 devices using BLE. Supports Wi-Fi scanning and proof of possession for secure network setup. Ideal for developers working with ESP IDF.

Highlights
  • BLE Wi-Fi provisioning
  • ESP IDF v3.2+ support
  • Security Level 1
  • Proof of Possession (PoP)
  • Wi-Fi scan list
Features
Read full description

This app can be used to send Wi-Fi Network credentials (Network name and Passphrase) to ESP32 or ESP8266 devices over BLE transport using the wifi-provisioning feature of ESP IDF (V3.2 and later). Supported Features - BLE based Wi-Fi Provisioning from IDF v3.2 and later - Security Level 1 - Proof of Possession (PoP) - Wi-Fi scan list Please refer https://docs.espressif.com/projects/esp-idf/en/stable/api-reference/provisioning/wifi_provisioning.html for additional information.

About

ESP32 Chat

Features
Read full description

ESP32 Chat is an innovative application designed to enable users to chat wirelessly using the ESP32 module via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology. With this application, you can connect to an ESP32 module connected to other devices such as microcontrollers or other IoT devices. The ESP32 Chat application provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface, allowing users to establish connections with ESP32 modules and start chatting quickly. You can search for and view a list of available ESP32 modules around you and select the module you want to connect to. Once connected, the ESP32 Chat application allows users to easily send and receive text messages through the ESP32 module. Users can type messages through the convenient interface and send them to the intended module. Received messages are also displayed clearly within the application, allowing you to follow the conversation easily. Additionally, ESP32 Chat provides additional features such as the ability to send images or other files through the ESP32 module. Users can select the file they want to send, and the application ensures that the file is successfully transmitted securely over the BLE connection. Security is a top priority in ESP32 Chat. The application uses strong data encryption to protect your messages from unauthorized access. You can have full confidence that your conversations are secure and can only be accessed by the intended recipient. With ESP32 Chat, wireless communication becomes simpler and more efficient. This application offers a reliable and innovative solution for chatting using the ESP32 module via BLE. Whether you're an IoT developer looking to test connectivity or just want to chat with friends using this unique device, ESP32 Chat will be the perfect companion to explore and maximize the potential of your ESP32 module.

Screenshots

ESP BLE Provisioning4 screens
ESP32 Chat3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ESP32 Chat at 11.0 against ESP BLE Provisioning's 13.0. 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

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
ESP BLE Provisioning versus ESP32 Chat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterESP BLE ProvisioningESP32 Chat
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperESPRESSIF SYSTEMS (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD.Mochamad Vicky Ghani Aziz

In-app purchases

None

ESP BLE Provisioning

No in-app purchases

None

ESP32 Chat

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ESP BLE Provisioning free?
ESP BLE Provisioning is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ESP32 Chat free?
ESP32 Chat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ESP BLE Provisioning or ESP32 Chat have ads?
Neither ESP BLE Provisioning nor ESP32 Chat shows ads.

Other comparisons