KBeacon vs CheckBlue
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KBeacon
This utility app allows users to scan and configure KBeacon Bluetooth devices. It supports scanning iBeacon, Eddystone, and KSensor devices, and lets you modify parameters like UUID and MajorID.
- Scan iBeacon devices
- Scan Eddystone devices
- Scan KSensor devices
- Configure iBeacon parameters
- Configure Eddystone parameters
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KBeacon application was used to configure the parameters of the KBeacon bluetooth device. Key Features -Scan iBeacon devices such as MajorID, MinorID data; -Scan Eddystone devices, such as UID/TLM/URL data; -Scan KSensor devices, such as temperature, accelerometer data; -Configure parameters of iBeacon, such as UUID, MajorID; -Configure parameters of Eddystone device, etc.,
CheckBlue
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CheckBlue can find all BLE devices that use Bluetooth 4.0+ Low Energy(also known as Bluetooth Smart) Full Support of read, write, and notify is included. Developers can use CheckBlue to write, read or notify the especial characteristics This is a simple, efficient and universal BLE tool. We will try our best to help you save time and money. Key Features: -Scan the BLE devices -Scan iBeacons -Support Eddystone-UID & Eddystone-URI -Calculated Broadcast Interval Supported -Read and Configure the Beacon -Browse Services and Characteristics -Read Characteristics -Write Characteristics in Hex, Text or Decimal - Scanning Beacons from multiple manufacturers. Like Estimote, Meeblue ect. - Support real-time data of temperature and humidity. - Support to obtain and export historical data. - Support UWB device We will update the app from time to time. In order to experience the latest features faster, it is suggested to open the app's automatic update in the settings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: CheckBlue at 8.0 against KBeacon's 12.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
KBeacon ships an update every 3 weeks, CheckBlue every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KBeacon | CheckBlue |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 8.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KKM Co.,Ltd. | Shenzhen Meeblue Electronics Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
KBeacon
No in-app purchases
CheckBlue
No in-app purchases









