# nRF Connect Device Manager vs Firelog for Firebase Console

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: nRF Connect Device Manager at none against Firelog for Firebase Console's 10. nRF Connect Device Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). Firelog for Firebase Console's advantage is ratings volume (53 vs 2). On price, update cadence, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Firelog for Firebase Console sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. nRF Connect Device Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

nRF Connect Device Manager holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firelog for Firebase Console has 53 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of nRF Connect Device Manager's written reviews are positive against 67% of Firelog for Firebase Console's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | nRF Connect Device Manager | Firelog for Firebase Console |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-connect-device-manager/id1519423539/reviews)** | [4.7 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firelog-for-firebase-console/id6744783540/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **53** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #161 | **#118** |
| Size | 5 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nordic Semiconductor ASA](https://appshunter.io/developer/497679114) | [Valet Hero LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780020867) |

## What reviewers say

### nRF Connect Device Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-connect-device-manager/id1519423539)

**Currently charting:** #161 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This tool allows for the updating and management of devices running specific SDKs via Bluetooth LE. It supports firmware updates, file system access, and basic device commands like reset and echo.

**Highlights:** Firmware Update Over-The-Air (FOTA, DFU), File System Management, Device Reset, Echo Command, Logs & Stats Access

**In-app purchases:** none


### Firelog for Firebase Console

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firelog-for-firebase-console/id6744783540)

**Currently charting:** #118 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Manage your Firebase projects directly from your phone. Browse Firestore, monitor Cloud Functions, inspect storage, and track production activity without needing a laptop. Perfect for developers needing Firebase tools on the go.

**Highlights:** Manage Firebase projects on mobile, Browse and edit Firestore data, Monitor Cloud Functions and logs, Inspect Cloud Storage, Manage user authentication, Track production activity and alerts

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| All Access | $12.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $34.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| All Access | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is nRF Connect Device Manager free?

nRF Connect Device Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Firelog for Firebase Console free?

Firelog for Firebase Console is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, nRF Connect Device Manager or Firelog for Firebase Console?

nRF Connect Device Manager is rated higher. nRF Connect Device Manager averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Firelog for Firebase Console averages 4.7 from 53 ratings.

### Do nRF Connect Device Manager or Firelog for Firebase Console have ads?

Firelog for Firebase Console shows ads; nRF Connect Device Manager does not.

### Which is updated more often, nRF Connect Device Manager or Firelog for Firebase Console?

nRF Connect Device Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, and Firelog for Firebase Console every 3 weeks. Most recently, nRF Connect Device Manager was updated on November 12, 2026 and Firelog for Firebase Console on November 12, 2026.

### Which is more popular, nRF Connect Device Manager or Firelog for Firebase Console?

nRF Connect Device Manager currently peaks at #161 in the App Store charts, and Firelog for Firebase Console at #118. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*