Comparison

Simple BLE Scanner vs Bluetooth Finder & Detector

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

Head to head
About

Simple BLE Scanner

This application scans for nearby Bluetooth Low Energy devices and presents them in a filterable list. It displays crucial information for each device, including advertised data, signal strength, and timestamps. Users can easily start and stop the scanning process.

Highlights
  • Scan for nearby BLE devices
  • Display discovered devices in a list
  • Filter list by search field
  • Display advertised data and RSSI
  • Display Timestamp for each device
  • Sort advertised data alphabetically
Features
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This app scans for nearby Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices and displays them in a list. The list can be filtered by a search field, and the advertised data of each device is displayed in the list. The app also displays the RSSI (received signal strength indicator) value for each device, and the timestamp of every lookup in human readable format. The app has a button for starting or stopping the scan. Features - Scan for nearby BLE devices - Display discovered devices in a list - Filter list by search field - Display advertised data and RSSI value for each device - Display Timestamp for each device - Sort advertised data alphabetically - Start and stop scan with a button Requirements - iOS 12.0 or later

About

Bluetooth Finder & Detector

Locate misplaced Bluetooth devices like earbuds, smartwatches, and headphones using real-time signal strength and last-seen location history. Features a focused finder mode with visual and audio feedback to help you zero in on your lost items.

Highlights
  • Real-time signal strength scanning
  • Last seen location history on map
  • Focused Finder Mode with audio/visual feedback
  • Save and favorite devices
  • Notifications for devices back in range
  • Custom device names and icons
  • Filters and sorting options
Features
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Find devices around you & never lose your Bluetooth devices again. Misplaced wireless earbuds, a smartwatch, headphones, a speaker, a fitness tracker, or another Bluetooth device? Bluetooth Finder helps you locate devices faster with live signal strength and “last seen” location history. Key features: Real-time scanning: Discover nearby Bluetooth devices with live signal strength (RSSI). Stronger signal usually means you’re closer. Save your devices: Favorite the devices you care about so you can focus on them instead of a crowded list. Last seen on a map: See where a device was last discovered and when it was last seen. Finder Mode: A focused “hot / cold” hunting screen with visual and audio feedback to help you zero in. Found notifications: Get alerted when a saved device comes back in range (best effort; depends on the device and iOS background limits). Custom names: Rename saved devices and give them an icon for quick recognition. Filters and sorting: Hide unknown devices, search by name, and sort by signal strength. Perfect for: Finding wireless earbuds Locating a smartwatch or fitness tracker Tracking down Bluetooth headphones or speakers Finding a tablet or laptop nearby Locating any Bluetooth-enabled device How it works: Start scanning to discover nearby devices Save the devices you want to find later Use Finder Mode to follow the signal Check the map to see where it was last seen Notes: Signal strength can be affected by walls, distance, and interference, so results are approximate. Location history requires location permission. Whether a device slipped under a couch cushion or got left behind somewhere, Bluetooth Finder gives you a fast, simple way to track it down. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://anthonyharveyapps.com/privacy-policy-bluetooth-finder

Screenshots

Simple BLE Scanner3 screens
Bluetooth Finder & Detector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bluetooth Finder & Detector at 4.8 against Simple BLE Scanner's 3.0. Bluetooth Finder & Detector also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 36 months) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). Simple BLE Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (4 vs 1). On price and ads 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. Bluetooth Finder & Detector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Simple BLE Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bluetooth Finder & Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple BLE Scanner ships an update every 36 months, Bluetooth Finder & Detector monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Simple BLE Scanner versus Bluetooth Finder & Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple BLE ScannerBluetooth Finder & Detector
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.8 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better
Update frequencyEvery 36 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristian MoellerAnthony Harvey

Customer experience

Simple BLE Scanner

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Bluetooth Finder & Detector

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Simple BLE Scanner

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Bluetooth Finder & Detector

Subscriptions2
  • Finder Unlimited Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Finder Unlimited Yearly7 Days trial$7.991 Year

Questions

Is Simple BLE Scanner free?
Simple BLE Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bluetooth Finder & Detector free?
Bluetooth Finder & Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Simple BLE Scanner or Bluetooth Finder & Detector?
Bluetooth Finder & Detector is rated higher. Simple BLE Scanner averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Bluetooth Finder & Detector averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.
Do Simple BLE Scanner or Bluetooth Finder & Detector have ads?
Neither Simple BLE Scanner nor Bluetooth Finder & Detector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple BLE Scanner or Bluetooth Finder & Detector?
Simple BLE Scanner ships an update every 36 months, and Bluetooth Finder & Detector monthly. Most recently, Simple BLE Scanner was updated on October 24, 2026 and Bluetooth Finder & Detector on October 24, 2026.

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