Comparison

Snifferton vs PCBmaker

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

Head to head
About

Snifferton

Locate nearby Bluetooth devices and monitor their activity. Create a network to track devices remotely, even when away from home. Receive alerts for new devices in your vicinity.

Highlights
  • Track multiple devices and locations
  • Remote monitoring via Snifferton Cloud
  • Scan for devices up to 100 meters
  • Alerts for new nearby devices
  • Device activity monitoring
Features
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Now you can find any bluetooth device that comes into contact with your mobile device. Allows you to also mark individual devices in order to monitor their activity.Ā  Snifferton Cloud allows you to create your own network to keep track of devices even when you are not home. Just pin a bluetooth device using an iPod touch, iPad, or other iOS device, leave it at home and you can check up on it remotely using your smart phone only through Snifferton Cloud. Software Features: - Keep track of multiple devices at multiple locations and have them sync up with other Snifferton beacons with Snifferton Cloud - Allows scanning for certain devices up to 100 meters - Alerts the individual to any new devices in the area Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Disclaimer: Snifferton only works when active. It does not run as a background service. All data is private. Snifferton does not transmit data as it only detects bluetooth devices that emit a signal or are discoverable. When Snifferton is running, the device is discoverable. Snifferton only scans for devices. It does nothing else regarding bluetooth devices and their behavior. Some devices may have an identifier that changes and may be stated as inactive when it is still active. Note: To reset Snifferton Cloud successfully, the user has to delete the app on all other devices except a main device and reinstall after resetting the cloud server from the main device. This is to prevent permissions from causing harm by a malicious user. Patented under 11096025 by the USPTO.

About

PCBmaker

Features
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PCBmaker lets you design printed circuit boards on your iPhone – from schematic to files ready to order at JLCPCB. Add modules, connect them and see how your circuit looks on a real board. The app routes the tracks for you, checks the board and prepares manufacturing files. SCHEMATIC • Library of ready-made modules: ESP32, Arduino Nano, Raspberry Pi Pico, motor drivers (TB6600, A4988), power converters, sensors, displays, relays and more • Auto-connect – the app suggests the wiring between modules • Labelled pins and microcontroller pin roles PCB • Board view in millimetres with real through-hole footprints • Autorouter – routes all connections in seconds • Manual tracks on the top and bottom layer, vias • Ground (GND) fill • Circuit inspector (DRC) – checks clearances and connections before you order READY-MADE PROJECTS 10 examples to start with, each with an explanation, parts list and Arduino sketch: Wi-Fi controlled lamp, DS18B20 thermostat, weather station with an OLED display, motion sensor alarm, WS2812B LED strip with Raspberry Pi Pico, potentiometer-controlled servo, stepper motor with A4988, CNC length stop (CYD + TB6600), ultrasonic range finder with LCD and RFID card lock. FREE Schematic design, board view, autorouter, ground fill, DRC and ready-made projects. PCBmaker PRO File exports: • Gerber and drill files in one ZIP – ready to upload to jlcpcb.com • KiCad netlist (.net) for further work in KiCad • Parts list (BOM) in JLCPCB format Monthly and yearly plans available. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: [https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/]

Screenshots

Snifferton2 screens
PCBmaker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Snifferton at 15.6 against PCBmaker's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Snifferton sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and PCBmaker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Snifferton ships an update every 2 days, PCBmaker every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 6 level
Snifferton versus PCBmaker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSniffertonPCBmaker
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas ThompsonBARTOSZ TERLECKI

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Snifferton

Subscriptions1
  • Snifferton Cloud$2.991 Month
2 purchases

PCBmaker

Subscriptions2
  • PCBmaker PRO Monthly$6.991 Month
  • PCBmaker PRO Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Snifferton free?
Snifferton is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PCBmaker free?
PCBmaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Snifferton or PCBmaker have ads?
Neither Snifferton nor PCBmaker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Snifferton or PCBmaker?
Snifferton ships an update every 2 days, and PCBmaker every 4 days. Most recently, Snifferton was updated on October 2, 2026 and PCBmaker on September 29, 2026.

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