Comparison

Bluetooth for Arduino vs Gerber Viewer

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

Head to head
About

Bluetooth for Arduino

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a wireless remote control for your Arduino projects. Easily connect to your Bluetooth module and send custom commands via keyboard or pre-designed buttons.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth remote control
  • Arduino project control
  • Custom command sending
  • Keyboard input
  • Button interface
  • Connect to Bluetooth modules
Features
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Do you want to control via bluetooth the Arduino project you built? Let your iPhone or iPad be a remote control for any micro-controller with a bluetooth module. Run the app, search for your bluetooth module and connect. Once you are connected you will be able to send your own commands to your Arduino board using the keyboard or some fancy buttons

About

Gerber Viewer

Features
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The Ultimate Mobile PCB & Gerber File Inspector. Whether you are a hardware engineer, an electronics hobbyist, or a manufacturer, Gerber Viewer provides a desktop-grade experience for opening, inspecting, and verifying your printed circuit board designs directly on your iPhone or iPad. No need to wait until you are at your computer. Open both native CAD PCB layouts and manufacturing Gerber files instantly from your email, cloud storage, or local files. Key Features: Instant ZIP Archive Support: Simply open a .zip bundle of your design! The app automatically decompresses the archive and intelligently matches all layers for you. Advanced Layer Management: Toggle specific layers on and off effortlessly. Isolate copper traces, solder masks, silkscreen layers, and board outlines. Precise Measurement Tools: Check clearances, pad distances, and trace widths on the go with high-precision measurement tools. Smooth Render Engine: Built for speed. Experience fluid zooming, panning, and rendering of complex, high-density multi-layer boards without lag. Secure & Offline: Your designs are safe. All file rendering happens locally on your device, keeping your intellectual property completely secure and accessible offline. Comprehensive File Support: Our robust engine is designed to recognize and render all standard EDA exports automatically: Gerber Files (PCB Layer Artwork): General Gerber: .gbr, .ger Copper Layers: .gtl, .gbl, .cmp, .sol Silkscreen Layers: .gto, .gbo, .plc, .pls Soldermask Layers: .gts, .gbs, .stc, .sts, .st, .sb Board Outline / Keep-out: .gko, .gm1, .gm2, .gml, .profile, .outline, .cut, .out Layer Aliases: .top, .bottom, .bot, .ts, .bs Excellon Drill Files (CNC Holes): Supports: .drl, .txt, .xln, .tap, .drd, .drill, .pth, .npth Gerber ZIP Archives: Direct import of .zip files containing any of the Gerber and Drill files listed above with automatic layer matching! Premium Subscriptions & Plans: Unlock the full power of Gerber Viewer with our flexible premium plans designed to fit your production and engineering workflow. Choose the plan that best suits your needs: Weekly Subscription: $2.99 / week — Perfect for quick project checks and short-term manufacturing reviews. Monthly Subscription: $4.99 / month — Ideal for active hardware developers and engineering students. Yearly Subscription: $19.99 / year — Best value for professionals, offering full year-round access at a massive discount. Note: Payments will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID Account Settings at any time after purchase. Legal & Privacy: Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/gerber-terms/home Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/gerber-policies/home

Screenshots

Bluetooth for Arduino4 screens
Gerber Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Gerber Viewer at 12.0 against Bluetooth for Arduino's 18.5. 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. Bluetooth for Arduino sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Gerber Viewer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Bluetooth for Arduino versus Gerber Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBluetooth for ArduinoGerber Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (42 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews45.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings42 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.512.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB49 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGiuseppe MiglioreCODIGITAL SOLUTIONS

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Bluetooth for Arduino

One-time5
  • Coffee$0.99
  • Custom$3.99
  • Gamepad$3.99
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  • Terminal$3.99
  • Unlock everything$11.99
3 purchases

Gerber Viewer

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Access$2.997 Days
  • Pro Access$4.991 Month
  • Pro Access$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Bluetooth for Arduino free?
Bluetooth for Arduino is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gerber Viewer free?
Gerber Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bluetooth for Arduino or Gerber Viewer have ads?
Neither Bluetooth for Arduino nor Gerber Viewer shows ads.

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