Comparison

Fing 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

Fing

Identify all devices on your WiFi network to understand who is connected, check for security threats, and troubleshoot network issues. It offers tools for speed testing, device analysis, and security alerts, with advanced features available through an optional hardware add-on.

Highlights
  • Network scanning and device discovery
  • Device identification (IP, MAC, vendor)
  • Internet speed testing
  • Network security alerts
  • Port scanning and DNS lookup
  • Advanced device analysis
Features
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Fing has helped millions of users worldwide to understand: • Who's on my WiFi • Is someone stealing my WiFi and broadband? • Have I been hacked? Is my network secure? • Are there hidden cameras in the B&B I'm staying in? • Why has Netflix started buffering? • Is my internet provider giving me the speed I pay for? Fing is the #1 Network Scanner: discovers all the devices connected to your WiFi and identifies them, with our patented technology used by router manufacturers and antivirus companies worldwide. With Fing App’s free tools and utilities help you: • Scan networks with Fing’s Wi-Fi & LAN network scanner and discover all devices connected to any network • Get the most accurate device recognition of IP address, MAC address, device name, model, vendor, and manufacturer • Run WiFi and Cellular internet speed tests, download speed and upload speed analysis, and latency • Browse internet outages in your area, ISP ratings, reviews, and speed statistics • Advanced device analysis of NetBIOS, UPnP, SNMP, and Bonjour names, properties and device types • Includes port scanning, device ping, traceroute, and DNS lookup • Receive network security and device alerts to your phone and email Add Fingbox to unlock advanced network protection and smart home troubleshooting features: • Know who’s home while you’re not there with Digital Presence • See devices near your home with Digital Fence • Block intruders and unknown devices automatically before they join your network • Set parental control features to schedule screen time and pause internet access • Analyze bandwidth usage by device • Find Wi-Fi sweet spots • Automate network speed tests and get reports for benchmarking ISP performance • Secure your home network with opened port detection and network vulnerability analysis You can find all the details about the terms of use for in-app purchases and Fing account usage at https://www.fing.com/fing-terms-of-service.

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

Fing4 screens
Bluetooth BLE Device Finder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Bluetooth BLE Device Finder at none against Fing's shown. Bluetooth BLE Device Finder also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). Fing's advantage is chart position (#104 vs unranked) and ratings volume (116K vs 27K). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Fing sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months and Bluetooth BLE Device Finder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Fing holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 116K and 27K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of Fing's written reviews are positive against 39% of Bluetooth BLE Device Finder's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, Bluetooth BLE Device Finder every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Fing versus Bluetooth BLE Device Finder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFingBluetooth BLE Device Finder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (116K ratings) — better4.4 (27K ratings)
Positive reviews35.4% of reviews39.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings116K — better27K
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#104 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size225 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFing LimitedRaymond NG

Customer experience

Fing

All ratings116,100 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral4.2%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews760 reviews
Positive35.4%
Neutral7.2%
Negative57.4%

Bluetooth BLE Device Finder

All ratings27,087 ratings
Positive84.1%
Neutral4.3%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews288 reviews
Positive39.2%
Neutral3.5%
Negative57.3%

User reviews

Fing

From 116K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 🔒 Helpful for network security
  • 👍 Excellent network utility
  • 👍 Easy to use and informative
  • 👍 Useful for network troubleshooting

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 💰 Aggressive push for paid subscription
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤔 Confusing UI changes

Bluetooth BLE Device Finder

From 27K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurately locates lost devices
  • 👍 Helpful for finding misplaced items
  • 🔍 Effective at tracking Bluetooth signals
  • 💡 Useful for finding lost AirPods, Fitbits, and other Bluetooth devices

Room to improve

  • 💰 Mandatory subscription/premium version required for full functionality
  • 🤔 Difficulty distinguishing between unknown Bluetooth devices
  • 🤷‍♀️ Inconsistent or inaccurate distance/signal strength readings
  • 🙄 Constant prompts to upgrade to premium version

Bugs and requests

Fing

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Inconsistent device detection across platforms
  • Speed test functionality not working
  • Saved device settings not persisting
  • Notifications not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add option to disable ads
  • Improve device identification and naming
  • Restore ability to view MAC addresses
  • Enhance port scanning capabilities
  • Add option to select speed test server

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

7 purchases

Fing

Subscriptions7
  • 3 Months Ads-free$0.993 Months
  • 6 Months Ads-free$1.496 Months
  • 1 Year Ads-free$2.491 Year
Show 4 more
  • Starter 1 Month$3.991 Month
  • Premium 1 Month7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Starter 1 Year$39.991 Year
  • Premium 1 Year7 Days trial$69.991 Year
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 Fing free?
Fing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bluetooth BLE Device Finder free?
Bluetooth BLE Device Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fing or Bluetooth BLE Device Finder?
Fing is rated higher. Fing averages 4.6 out of 5 from 116K ratings, while Bluetooth BLE Device Finder averages 4.4 from 27K ratings.
Do Fing or Bluetooth BLE Device Finder have ads?
Fing shows ads; Bluetooth BLE Device Finder does not.
Which is updated more often, Fing or Bluetooth BLE Device Finder?
Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, and Bluetooth BLE Device Finder every 2 months. Most recently, Fing was updated on September 26, 2026 and Bluetooth BLE Device Finder on September 26, 2026.

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