VIP IoT Plus vs MicroBlue
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VIP IoT Plus
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Application to control IoT Device Controller for VIP Inter Tech products - VIP IoT Plus 2P : 2 Channels - VIP IoT Plus 4P : 4 Channels - VIP IoT Plus 8P : 8 Channels Control in 3 modes - Timer - Auto by sensor - Manual Show sensor value - Temperature - Humidity - Lux - CO2 IoT Device based on ESP8266
MicroBlue
This app connects to microcontrollers via Bluetooth/BLE, offering a customizable interface for control and interaction. It supports various components like joysticks and buttons, streamlining hobbyist and professional projects.
- Bluetooth/BLE connectivity
- Customizable control interface
- D-pads, joysticks, buttons, sliders
- Text input support
- Works with Arduino and Raspberry Pi
- Writable custom service communication
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The ultimate companion app for your microcontroller projects! Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, MicroBlue simplifies the way you interact with your microcontrollers through seamless Bluetooth/BLE connectivity. Connect effortlessly and explore the potential of your projects with an intuitive interface designed for customization. Customize your layout using a variety of components such as d-pads, joysticks, buttons, sliders, switches, and text inputs. Tailor the interface to suit your specific needs and project requirements. It has been verified to work with: - Arduino Uno R3 with HM10 - Arduino Uno R4 Minima with HM10 - Arduino Uno R4 Wifi - Raspberry Pi Pico with HM10 - Raspberry Pi Pico W - ESP32-S3 Starting from v1.1.1, the app communicates exclusively with the writable custom services of the connected devices. Empower your creativity and streamline your projects with MicroBlue. Take your microcontroller experience to the next level today! For assistance and more information, visit: https://snappyxo.io/microblue.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MicroBlue at every 3 months against VIP IoT Plus's every 59 months. MicroBlue also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.6). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
VIP IoT Plus ships an update every 59 months, MicroBlue every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VIP IoT Plus | MicroBlue |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 59 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | VIP AGRICULTURE COMPANY LIMITED | Mechanismic Inc. |
In-app purchases
VIP IoT Plus
No in-app purchases
MicroBlue
No in-app purchases
