# BSC vs ClearNode

The clearest difference is rating: ClearNode at 4.8 against BSC's 3.0. ClearNode also leads on ratings volume (32 vs 1). BSC's advantage is iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

ClearNode holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ClearNode has 32 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

BSC ships an update monthly, ClearNode every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BSC | ClearNode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bsc-bosemobile/id354631786/reviews) | **[4.8 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearnode/id1450732334/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **32** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 5 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BSC Computer GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/354631789) | [Gerry Filby](https://appshunter.io/developer/962195315) |

## What reviewers say

### BSC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bsc-bosemobile/id354631786)

Remotely monitor and manage building objects like switches and sensors from any location. This client also enables real-time video surveillance of your property.

**Highlights:** Location-independent object management, Real-time video monitoring, Control switches, sensors, and actuators, Visualize building systems, Requires BSC-BoSeMobile license

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### ClearNode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearnode/id1450732334)

This app provides remote control and management for ClearNode devices, enabling users to configure settings, connect to nodes, and control integrated radio functions. It also allows for audio stream playback and monitoring of multiple devices.

**Highlights:** Configure AllStar, Echolink, and DMR credentials, Control radio parameters (frequency, CTCSS, volume), Connect/disconnect from remote nodes, Catalog and search active node lists, Monitor and control multiple devices, Play delayed audio streams, Power down or reboot device

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BSC free?

BSC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ClearNode free?

ClearNode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BSC or ClearNode?

ClearNode is rated higher. BSC averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ClearNode averages 4.8 from 32 ratings.

### Do BSC or ClearNode have ads?

Neither BSC nor ClearNode shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BSC or ClearNode?

BSC ships an update monthly, and ClearNode every 3 weeks. Most recently, BSC was updated on October 4, 2026 and ClearNode on September 29, 2026.

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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.*