MicroBlue vs BLE Controller Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MicroBlue
This app connects to microcontrollers via Bluetooth/BLE, offering a customizable interface for control and interaction. It supports various components like joysticks and buttons, streamlining hobbyist and professional projects.
- Bluetooth/BLE connectivity
- Customizable control interface
- D-pads, joysticks, buttons, sliders
- Text input support
- Works with Arduino and Raspberry Pi
- Writable custom service communication
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The ultimate companion app for your microcontroller projects! Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, MicroBlue simplifies the way you interact with your microcontrollers through seamless Bluetooth/BLE connectivity. Connect effortlessly and explore the potential of your projects with an intuitive interface designed for customization. Customize your layout using a variety of components such as d-pads, joysticks, buttons, sliders, switches, and text inputs. Tailor the interface to suit your specific needs and project requirements. It has been verified to work with: - Arduino Uno R3 with HM10 - Arduino Uno R4 Minima with HM10 - Arduino Uno R4 Wifi - Raspberry Pi Pico with HM10 - Raspberry Pi Pico W - ESP32-S3 Starting from v1.1.1, the app communicates exclusively with the writable custom services of the connected devices. Empower your creativity and streamline your projects with MicroBlue. Take your microcontroller experience to the next level today! For assistance and more information, visit: https://snappyxo.io/microblue.
BLE Controller Pro
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Turn your iPhone into a customizable Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) joystick and control interface. BLE Controller Pro is designed for creating and interacting with custom BLE-enabled projects. Use the on-screen joystick and buttons to send real-time input to devices running compatible firmware. Built for makers, developers, and hobbyists, the app provides a flexible interface for experimenting with BLE communication and control systems. FEATURES • Multiple control layouts - Twin joystick interface - Directional pad with buttons • Customizable controls - Add and remove buttons - Choose button icons - Momentary or toggle actions • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) - Scan and connect to nearby devices - Automatic reconnection - Simple device management - Smooth, low-latency input USE CASES • Custom BLE projects • Interactive prototypes • Embedded systems development • DIY control interfaces FOR DEVELOPERS AND MAKERS A flexible BLE joystick and input tool for building and testing your own projects. Connect to a compatible device and start sending input instantly.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: MicroBlue at Free against BLE Controller Pro's $3.99. On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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
MicroBlue is free to download; BLE Controller Pro costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.
| Parameter | MicroBlue | BLE Controller Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $3.99 |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mechanismic Inc. | Mateus Monteiro |
In-app purchases
MicroBlue
No in-app purchases
BLE Controller Pro
No in-app purchases
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