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.
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.
- 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
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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
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.
- 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
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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
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
Simple BLE Scanner ships an update every 36 months, Bluetooth Finder & Detector monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Simple BLE Scanner | Bluetooth Finder & Detector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 4.8 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 36 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Christian Moeller | Anthony Harvey |
Customer experience
Simple BLE Scanner
Bluetooth Finder & Detector
In-app purchases
Simple BLE Scanner
No in-app purchases
Bluetooth Finder & Detector
- Finder Unlimited Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Finder Unlimited Yearly7 Days trial$7.991 Year
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