Clamshell vs SignalHound
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Clamshell
Monitor the status of all your Macs from your iPhone or iPad. This app allows you to track lid and system states remotely, ensuring you're always informed about your devices. It utilizes iCloud for secure data synchronization without third-party servers.
- Monitor Mac lid states
- Track system statuses (Awake, Sleep, etc.)
- Remote monitoring from iPhone/iPad
- iCloud synchronization
- Supports Mac desktops
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Clamshell goes to iPhone and iPad! This is an iOS version of the Clamshell app. It provides monitoring states of all your Macs from your iPhones and iPads that are signed in to the same iCloud account. Clamshell now supports sharing the laptop lid statuses and system statuses (Awake, Sleeping, Logging out, Restarting, Shutting down, Restarted, Shut Down, User Logged Out, App Terminated). More statuses will come in the year. No data is shared with third-party providers. Clamshell is not using any external servers but only Apple's iCloud servers. You're in full control of your data! Note for users of iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro: Clamshell is useful for you finally! Use it to monitor statuses of your Mac desktops remotely from iPhone/iPad. Yay!
SignalHound
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Never lose your Bluetooth devices again! SignalHound helps you locate lost BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) devices using a real-time radar interface with audio feedback that guides you straight to your device. Whether you've misplaced your AirPods, lost your fitness tracker, or can't find your smartwatch, SignalHound makes finding Bluetooth devices simple, fast, and intuitive. HOW IT WORKS 1. Discover and save your Bluetooth devices with custom names 2. When a device goes missing, tap "Find" to launch the radar 3. Follow the audio beeps that speed up as you get closer 4. Watch the visual signal strength indicator show your proximity 5. Find your device in seconds! The app uses real-time RSSI (signal strength) monitoring to calculate proximity, giving you both visual and audio feedback as you search. KEY FEATURES • Real-Time Radar Interface - Innovative visual search with animated radar sweep showing device proximity • Audio Feedback - Beeping that intensifies as you approach your device, like a metal detector • Haptic Feedback - Feel your way to your device with vibration patterns (optional) • iCloud Sync - Access your saved devices across all your iPhones automatically • Service Discovery - View detailed Bluetooth technical information about your devices • Custom Device Names - Name your devices for easy identification • Signal Strength Meter - Know exactly how close you are with live RSSI readings • Smart Device Matching - Tracks devices even when they change MAC addresses (like AirPods) PERFECT FOR FINDING • AirPods, AirPods Pro, and wireless earbuds • Fitness trackers and smartwatches (Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Polar, etc.) • Bluetooth headphones and speakers • Smart home devices (Philips Hue, smart locks, sensors) • Car OBD-II adapters and tire pressure monitors • Medical devices (glucose monitors, heart rate monitors) • Pet trackers and Tile devices • And any other BLE (Bluetooth 4.0+) device PRIVACY FIRST SignalHound is built with your privacy in mind: • All data stored in your private iCloud - never on our servers • No tracking, analytics, or advertising • No third-party services or data sharing • Your device list stays completely private • Works offline - no internet required for finding devices TECHNICAL DETAILS • Supports all BLE (Bluetooth 4.0+) devices • Works up to 30+ meters (100 feet) depending on device and environment • Real-time RSSI (signal strength) monitoring • Comprehensive device identification with 3,900+ manufacturer IDs • 800+ Bluetooth service profiles recognized • Low battery impact with optimized scanning • iPhone only (iOS 17.0 or later required) WHO IS THIS FOR? SignalHound is perfect for anyone who: • Frequently misplaces wireless earbuds or headphones • Uses multiple Bluetooth fitness devices • Has a smart home with BLE devices • Works with Bluetooth medical devices • Wants a reliable way to locate any Bluetooth device WHAT MAKES SIGNALHOUND DIFFERENT? Unlike simple Bluetooth scanners, SignalHound provides: 1. A purpose-built radar interface designed specifically for finding lost devices 2. Multi-sensory feedback (visual + audio + haptic) to guide you 3. Smart device fingerprinting that works with MAC address randomization 4. iCloud sync to access your devices on any iPhone 5. Beautiful, intuitive SwiftUI interface Whether you've dropped your AirPods between couch cushions, left your fitness tracker at the gym, or can't remember where you put your Bluetooth speaker, SignalHound helps you find it fast. Download SignalHound today and never lose a Bluetooth device again!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SignalHound at every 9 days against Clamshell's every 6 weeks. Clamshell's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Clamshell ships an update every 6 weeks, SignalHound every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 8, 2026.
| Parameter | Clamshell | SignalHound |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexander Kovrazhkin | Rofoz B.V. |
In-app purchases
Clamshell
No in-app purchases
SignalHound
No in-app purchases
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