Comparison

Rubyist vs Beacons Pro

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

Head to head
About

Rubyist

Execute and automate Ruby scripts directly on your iPhone and iPad. This app utilizes the MRuby VM to run code, integrate with Shortcuts and Siri, and offers a robust editor with syntax highlighting and autocomplete.

Highlights
  • Run Ruby code on device
  • Editor with syntax highlighting
  • Code autocomplete
  • Shortcuts app integration
  • Siri command creation
  • Native alerts and inputs
  • HTTP requests
  • Clipboard access
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Rubyist allows you to run Ruby code on your iPhone and iPad using the MRuby VM. Run code directly in the app or via the Shortcuts app or Siri commands. Features: - Run Ruby code directly on your device - Built-in documentation viewer - Editor with ruby syntax highlighting - Code Autocomplete - Run Ruby directly in Shortcuts - Build your own Siri commands in Ruby. - Display native alerts and inputs using exclusive APIs - Make http requests from your code. - Write and read your clipboard from code

About

Beacons Pro

Features
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Debugging a beacon deployment? See every iBeacon around you, live RSSI, distance, and signal history - and turn your iPhone into a beacon transmitter. SCAN & DISCOVER • Range iBeacons in real time with live RSSI, accuracy, and proximity readings • Monitor multiple UUID regions simultaneously • Visual radar view shows beacon distances at a glance • Animated signal bars and proximity badges for instant status • Sort by proximity, signal strength, or identifier SIGNAL ANALYTICS • Interactive RSSI charts powered by Swift Charts • Time window analysis: 5 min, 30 min, 1 hour, 24 hours, or all time • Min, max, and average signal strength statistics • Encounter history with detailed logs for every beacon • Export data as JSON or CSV for further analysis BEACON FLEET MANAGEMENT • Save and organize beacons with custom names, notes, and color tags • Create groups to manage beacon deployments by location or project • Search and filter your entire beacon fleet instantly • Track when each beacon was last seen • Favorite your most-used beacons for quick access BROADCAST • Turn your iPhone into an iBeacon transmitter • Configure UUID, Major, and Minor values • Save broadcast profiles for repeated testing • One-tap quick broadcast for fast iterations DEVELOPER-FRIENDLY • 10-digit to UUID conversion tool built in • Copy beacon identifiers and details with one tap • Context menus and quick actions throughout the app • Generate random UUIDs for testing • Paste UUIDs directly from your clipboard DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONALS • Clean, modern SwiftUI interface • Full dark mode support • Haptic feedback for beacon events • Beautiful onboarding experience • Zero third-party dependencies, your data stays on your device Beacons Pro is the beacon tool that developers deserve. Download it today and take control of your iBeacon workflow.

Screenshots

Rubyist4 screens
Beacons Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Rubyist at Free against Beacons Pro's $4.99. Rubyist also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). Beacons Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Rubyist is free to download; Beacons Pro costs $4.99 up front. Rubyist sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Beacons Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, Beacons Pro every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Rubyist versus Beacons Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRubyistBeacons Pro
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.6 (93 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings93 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTSUBASA TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANYZain Haider

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Rubyist

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$9.99
None

Beacons Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rubyist free?
Rubyist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Beacons Pro free?
Beacons Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rubyist or Beacons Pro have ads?
Neither Rubyist nor Beacons Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rubyist or Beacons Pro?
Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, and Beacons Pro every 11 months. Most recently, Rubyist was updated on September 24, 2026 and Beacons Pro on September 22, 2026.

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