Comparison

BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant vs HelloBlue

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

Head to head
About

BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant

This app helps developers and tech enthusiasts connect, test, and discover Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices. It offers features for scanning devices, reading information, sending and receiving data, and locating devices using signal strength.

Highlights
  • Device discovery and scanning
  • Read device information (RSSI, services)
  • Send and listen for data in multiple formats
  • Locate devices using signal strength charts
  • User-friendly interface
  • Chat mode for data viewing
Features
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BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant is a powerful BLE scanner and debugger for developers and tech enthusiasts. Connect to any Bluetooth Low Energy device, browse GATT services and characteristics, read RSSI signal strength, and send or receive data in Hex, Binary, String, and Number formats via a serial terminal. Scan, test, and locate nearby BLE devices with ease. Main Features: 1. Device Discovery: Quickly scan and identify nearby BLE Bluetooth devices. 2. Read Information: Get key information about connected devices, including device name, signal strength (RSSI), services and characteristics. 3. Data Display: Supports multiple data formats (Hex, Binary, String, Numbers, etc.). 4. Send & Listen: Send various formats of data to Bluetooth devices, or listen for data changes. 5. Find Bluetooth Devices: Display signal strength and device direction in a chart to help you infer the direction of the target device. Why Choose BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant? - User-friendly Interface: An intuitive and simple interface makes operation more convenient. - Powerful Sending Features: Supports multiple data formats, flexible switching between types and services, with favorite and history features. - Chat Mode: Quickly view received and sent data, quickly select read and send content. - Continuous Updates: We continuously update the app, adding new features and improving existing ones to ensure you get the best user experience. Download BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant now and make your Bluetooth device development and debugging more efficient! Subscription Features: The app offers a subscription membership service. After subscribing, you can enjoy features like ad removal. Upon purchase confirmation, payment will be charged to your iTunes account. Unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, the subscription will automatically renew. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. After purchase, you can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings. Privacy Policy: https://bluetools.savequan.com/2022/01/13/BlueTools-Privacy-Policy Terms of Service: https://bluetools.savequan.com/2023/10/21/BlueTools-Terms-Of-Service

About

HelloBlue

This tool streamlines Bluetooth Low Energy device debugging. It allows users to scan, inspect GATT services, exchange data in real-time, and automate testing sequences. Capture and export logs for detailed analysis.

Highlights
  • Scan and identify BLE devices
  • Inspect GATT services and characteristics
  • Read and monitor characteristic values live
  • Send and receive messages in real-time
  • Automate repetitive testing sequences
  • Capture and export logs
Features
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HelloBlue turns your iPhone or iPad into a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) debugging tool. Scan nearby devices, connect in a tap, explore every service and characteristic, send data, and watch the traffic live, all in one clean app. Built for firmware engineers, IoT developers, testers, and hardware makers who need to inspect and talk to BLE devices quickly. KEY FEATURES - Scan and connect Discover nearby BLE devices with live signal strength (RSSI). Search by name or UUID, sort by name or signal, rename devices, and reconnect to recent devices automatically. - Services and characteristics Browse every GATT service and characteristic. Read values as hex and text, write data, and subscribe to notifications. Give services and characteristics names that make sense to you. - Send data your way Send in Hex, String, or JSON. Save frequently used commands as quick texts and resend them with one tap. - Live operation logs Watch reads, writes, notifications, and errors stream in real time from any screen. Filter entries and turn auto-scroll on or off. - Session history Every session and automation run is saved. Review past logs, rename them, export them to share with your team, or delete what you no longer need. - Automation workflows Chain connect, write, delay, and loop steps into reusable flows. Set message intervals and repeat counts, and choose whether each step stops or continues on failure. - Location history HelloBlue records where a device was each time it connects, making it easier to find again. - iPhone and iPad Works on both, with layouts designed for each screen. Bluetooth must be turned on, and HelloBlue needs Bluetooth permission to scan and connect. Location history requires location permission. Some features depend on the services and characteristics your device provides. HELLOBLUE PRO Start for free: scan, connect one device at a time, browse services, read values, and try writing, quick texts, log export, and automation with a limited number of uses. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited simultaneous connections, unlimited writes, quick send with saved commands, unlimited log export, and automation workflows. Pro plans and pricing: - Weekly: $0.99 - Monthly: $1.99 - Yearly: $9.99 - Lifetime (one-time purchase): $29.99 Prices are shown in US dollars. Actual charges may vary depending on your region and local currency. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account when the purchase is confirmed. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account settings after purchase. The lifetime purchase is a one-time payment and does not renew. Privacy Policy: https://emma-app.top/#/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Contact: developer_emma@163.com

Screenshots

BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant4 screens
HelloBlue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HelloBlue at 5.0 against BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant's 3.5. HelloBlue also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and HelloBlue sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HelloBlue holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant ships an update every 6 weeks, HelloBlue weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant versus HelloBlue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlueTools Bluetooth AssistantHelloBlue
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer仕华 罗英 陈

Customer experience

BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive64.4%
Neutral11.1%
Negative24.4%

HelloBlue

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant

Subscriptions2
  • Remove ads monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Remove ads yearly$9.991 Year
4 purchases

HelloBlue

Subscriptions3
  • Week Subscription$0.997 Days
  • Month Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Year Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$29.99

Questions

Is BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant free?
BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HelloBlue free?
HelloBlue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant or HelloBlue?
HelloBlue is rated higher. BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant averages 3.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while HelloBlue averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant or HelloBlue have ads?
BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant shows ads; HelloBlue does not.
Which is updated more often, BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant or HelloBlue?
BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant ships an update every 6 weeks, and HelloBlue weekly. Most recently, BlueTools Bluetooth Assistant was updated on October 18, 2026 and HelloBlue on October 17, 2026.

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