Comparison

Field Strength Estimator vs Bluetooth BLE Device Finder

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

Head to head
About

Field Strength Estimator

This app estimates field strength and power flux density based on transmitted power, frequency, and antenna gain. It calculates received power at a receiver and automatically converts power flux density to electric and magnetic field strength. It provides theoretical best-case values, not accounting for real-world propagation impairments.

Highlights
  • Calculates power flux density
  • Estimates electric and magnetic field strength
  • Calculates received power
  • Considers antenna gain and transmitted power
  • Assumes theoretical best-case conditions
Features
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The program Field Strength and Power Estimator calculates power flux density, electric and magnetic field strength from the transmitted power, associated frequency and gain of the transmitting antenna. Additionally the input power into a receiver with 50 Ohm input impedance is calculated from the gain of the receiving antenna. The program automatically converts power flux density into electric and magnetic field strength. Depending on the transmitted frequency, various parameters influence the received power and field strength, such as non-line-of-sight propagation, changes in polarisation, reflections, and multi-path propagation affect the true values. Additionally antenna VSWR and cable losses have to be considered. The program Field Strength and Power Estimator does not consider these impairments. It assumes conditions, that are close to the best possible theoretical values. This is why we say the program is an Estimator, not a Calculator. This application is based on the application note: "1MA85: Field Strength and Power Estimator" by Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG ( http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/appnote/1MA85 )

About

Bluetooth BLE Device Finder

Quickly locate misplaced Bluetooth devices using signal strength and a radar interface. Track devices in the background and receive notifications when they are lost, with the last known location recorded on a map.

Highlights
  • Find lost Bluetooth devices
  • Track devices in the background
  • Receive disconnection notifications
  • View last detected time and location
  • Use radar interface for proximity
  • Show signal strength and estimated distance
  • Display BLE device details
Features
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*** Now you can find your lost Bluetooth device quickly, before its battery runs out! *** This app can help you Find Your Lost AirPods, iPhone, iPad, AirTag, Apple Watch, and many other Bluetooth devices in seconds. Use it when you or your family misplace the device – and save the money you'd otherwise need to spend on a new one! HOW TO USE IT: 1. Run the app. Find and select your lost device in the list. 2. Move around slowly and keep watching the data (i.e., the signal strength and estimated distance) on the radar screen. When you get close to your lost device, the spot will turn red on the radar screen. 3. When the signal strength is over 90 and the estimated distance is 0 - 0.5m, look around. Your device won't be far away! Note: When you try to find your device, please walk slowly and watch the radar carefully. Find your device ASAP, or its battery will run out. Note: Your Bluetooth device must be powered on and within a detectable range. TRACKING FUNCTION: You may enable tracking for devices in the background by turning on the switch next to the device on the list. You will receive a notification when your tracked device is disconnected/lost. The application will ping the tracked devices from time to time and remember the last location and time the device was seen. KEY FEATURES: • Find your lost Bluetooth device (with BLE signal advertising). The app is easy to use! • Track your device constantly in the background with this app. A notification will tell you when your tracked device is 'Lost' (i.e., Disconnected). Also, the last detected time and location will be recorded for you. It's very useful when you’re travelling and want to keep your devices safe. ^ • Find your device using our radar. It's fun! No need to read a manual. ^ • Show hints, signal strength and the estimated distance between you and your lost device to help you find it quickly. ^ • Show the last seen (detected) time and last known location of your lost device on a map. ^ • Show your device's BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) details such as UUID, RSSI, Services, etc. ^ • The following devices can be found/tracked by this app: - AirPods 1/2/3/4, AirPods Pro 1/2, AirPods Max - AirTag - iPhone 5/6/7/8/X/11/12/13/14/15/16, iPad 3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/A16, iPad mini 2/3/4/5/6/A17Pro, iPad Air 1/2/3/4/5/M2/M3, iPad Pro 1/2/3/4/5/6/M4, iPod Touch 6/7 - Apple Watch Series 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/SE1/SE2/Ultra1/Ultra2 - Apple Pencil 1/2/Pro - MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, iMac Pro, Mac Pro, Mac Mini, Mac Studio - Microsoft Gear, Band 1 & 2 - Samsung Earbuds, Galaxy Watch - JBL Tune, Vibe, Tour Pro, Charge, Flip 3 - Bellabeat Leaf - Garmin Watches - Many other Bluetooth headphones, earphones, and speakers (e.g. Bose, Sony, Google, Jabra, Logitech, Anker, Sennheiser, Technics, etc.) NOTE: The app can locate any BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) device that is broadcasting a Bluetooth signal. ^ Requires In-App Purchase. Please contact support if you need help. Thank you! Privacy Policy: http://www.99mobileapp.com/pp.html Terms: http://www.99mobileapp.com/terms/index.html

Screenshots

Field Strength Estimator2 screens
Bluetooth BLE Device Finder4 screens

Verdict

The call

Field Strength Estimator and Bluetooth BLE Device Finder both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Field Strength Estimator's written reviews are positive against 39% of Bluetooth BLE Device Finder's. Field Strength Estimator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). Bluetooth BLE Device Finder's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 13 months) and ratings volume (27K vs 4). On price, rating, ads 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. Bluetooth BLE Device Finder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Field Strength Estimator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Field Strength Estimator against 4.4 for Bluetooth BLE Device Finder. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth BLE Device Finder has 27K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Field Strength Estimator's written reviews are positive against 39% of Bluetooth BLE Device Finder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Field Strength Estimator ships an update every 13 months, Bluetooth BLE Device Finder every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Field Strength Estimator versus Bluetooth BLE Device Finder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterField Strength EstimatorBluetooth BLE Device Finder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (4 ratings)4.4 (27K ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better39.0% of reviews
Number of ratings427K — better
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KGRaymond NG

Customer experience

Field Strength Estimator

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bluetooth BLE Device Finder

All ratings27,302 ratings
Positive84.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews292 reviews
Positive39.0%
Neutral3.4%
Negative57.5%

Bugs and requests

Field Strength Estimator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Bluetooth BLE Device Finder

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to detect certain Bluetooth devices like Apple Pencil
  • App crashes or freezes on some devices
  • Persistent pairing requests from unknown devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to name/label Bluetooth devices
  • Option to use feet/yards instead of meters
  • Improved device filtering and organization
  • More precise tracking and direction indicators

In-app purchases

None

Field Strength Estimator

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Bluetooth BLE Device Finder

Subscriptions3
  • One Week Premium$3.997 Days
  • One Month Premium$9.991 Month
  • One Year Premium$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$19.99

Questions

Is Field Strength Estimator free?
Field Strength Estimator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bluetooth BLE Device Finder free?
Bluetooth BLE Device Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Field Strength Estimator or Bluetooth BLE Device Finder?
Bluetooth BLE Device Finder is rated higher. Field Strength Estimator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Bluetooth BLE Device Finder averages 4.4 from 27K ratings.
Do Field Strength Estimator or Bluetooth BLE Device Finder have ads?
Neither Field Strength Estimator nor Bluetooth BLE Device Finder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Field Strength Estimator or Bluetooth BLE Device Finder?
Field Strength Estimator ships an update every 13 months, and Bluetooth BLE Device Finder every 2 months. Most recently, Field Strength Estimator was updated on October 23, 2026 and Bluetooth BLE Device Finder on November 3, 2026.

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