Comparison

File Glider vs BLE tools with terminal

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

Head to head
About

File Glider

Wirelessly transfer files to and from compatible Bluetooth Low Energy or Wi-Fi devices. Browse, edit, and manage files directly within the app or integrate with the Files app for broader access. Supports multiple device management and sharing across applications.

Highlights
  • Wireless file transfer
  • BLE and Wi-Fi support
  • File browsing and editing
  • Files app integration
  • Multiple device management
  • Cross-app access sharing
Features
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Wirelessly transfer files to and from file transfer ready Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or Wi-Fi firmware.  Browse and edit files from within File Glider or use the Files app integration to access the files from other apps.  Multiple devices can be managed at once and access can be shared amongst multiple apps. Compatible devices: * nrf52840 boards running CircuitPython * ESP32-S2 TFT The file transfer protocol is open so you can use File Glider with custom firmware. See GitHub for protocol details: https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_CircuitPython_BLE_File_Transfer Source for the app is here: https://github.com/adafruit/Glider-for-iOS

About

BLE tools with terminal

Features
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A practical BluetoothLE scanning tool that can connect to BLE Bluetooth devices to obtain information, supports terminal mode, and can set function keys. It is a very convenient tool for developers of Arduino or Raspberry pie. Support the reminder function of Bluetooth device [online]. When the stored Bluetooth device is scanned, a reminder will appear. The distance can be judged by the value of rssi. If there is a Bluetooth headset forgotten where to put it, you can use this function to find . There is also an interesting application method for this function. For example, put the Bluetooth headset in the suitcase when going abroad. When the suitcase turntable sends the luggage out, the mobile phone will remind the user that the luggage is here!

Screenshots

File Glider4 screens
BLE tools with terminal3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: File Glider at none against BLE tools with terminal's shown. File Glider also leads on update cadence (every 10 months vs every 23 months). BLE tools with terminal's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Glider ships an update every 10 months, BLE tools with terminal every 23 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
File Glider versus BLE tools with terminal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile GliderBLE tools with terminal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 months — betterEvery 23 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdafruit IndustriesYihang Huang

In-app purchases

None

File Glider

No in-app purchases

None

BLE tools with terminal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is File Glider free?
File Glider is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BLE tools with terminal free?
BLE tools with terminal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do File Glider or BLE tools with terminal have ads?
BLE tools with terminal shows ads; File Glider does not.
Which is updated more often, File Glider or BLE tools with terminal?
File Glider ships an update every 10 months, and BLE tools with terminal every 23 months. Most recently, File Glider was updated on September 19, 2026 and BLE tools with terminal on September 18, 2026.

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