# ESP32 BLE Terminal vs Python Sandbox

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ESP32 BLE Terminal at 50% against Python Sandbox's 0%. ESP32 BLE Terminal also leads on rating (2.3 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Python Sandbox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

ESP32 BLE Terminal costs $0.99 and Python Sandbox $0.99 up front. ESP32 BLE Terminal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Python Sandbox asks for nothing beyond the download.

ESP32 BLE Terminal holds the better App Store score, 2.3 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of ESP32 BLE Terminal's written reviews are positive against 0% of Python Sandbox's.

## The numbers

| Metric | ESP32 BLE Terminal | Python Sandbox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | **[2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esp32-ble-terminal/id1567601472/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-sandbox/id6753086808/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#37** | #130 |
| Size | 25 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gopi Gadhiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387816354) | [Leonid Gefter](https://appshunter.io/developer/1466989762) |

## What reviewers say

### ESP32 BLE Terminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esp32-ble-terminal/id1567601472)

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app facilitates serial communication with microcontrollers using BLE modules like ESP32. It allows sending and receiving commands, debugging hardware, and customizing button controls for frequent data transmission. Monitor data in ASCII or HEX formats and automate command sending at timed intervals.

**Highlights:** Scan nearby BLE devices, Send and receive commands via BLE, Customizable buttons for frequent commands, Monitor data in ASCII or HEX, Auto-send commands at timed intervals, Option to remove ads

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


### Python Sandbox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-sandbox/id6753086808)

**Currently charting:** #130 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Write, test, and run Python code instantly on your iPhone or iPad with this premium, offline coding environment. Enjoy fast, private execution and customizable themes without internet dependency.

**Highlights:** Fully offline Python compilation, Premium design and themes, Robust code execution engine, Seamless script export, Universal app for iPhone and iPad

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ESP32 BLE Terminal free?

ESP32 BLE Terminal costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Python Sandbox free?

Python Sandbox costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ESP32 BLE Terminal or Python Sandbox?

ESP32 BLE Terminal is rated higher. ESP32 BLE Terminal averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Python Sandbox averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ESP32 BLE Terminal or Python Sandbox have ads?

ESP32 BLE Terminal shows ads; Python Sandbox does not.

### Which is more popular, ESP32 BLE Terminal or Python Sandbox?

ESP32 BLE Terminal currently peaks at #37 in the App Store charts, and Python Sandbox at #130. 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.*