Comparison

Ble Writer vs RestForge

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

Head to head
About

Ble Writer

Features
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"BLE Writer"は、BLEのCustom Characteristicsを持つペリフェラルに任意のメッセージを書き込むことができます。 "BLE Writer"を使用する際は、"Write"ができるCustomServiceのペリフェラル BLE(Bluetooth LE) デバイスが必要です。 これらのBLEデバイスはM5 StackやESP32などを使ってArduino 開発環境で簡単に作成することができます。 特徴として、過去に送ったメッセージをすぐ再送できるので、デバッグの際などに便利です。

About

RestForge

This app allows developers to build, test, debug, and automate APIs directly from their mobile devices. It supports various HTTP methods, body types, and offers cloud sync, scripting, and SOAP support. Premium features include code export and an analytics dashboard.

Highlights
  • Send and test all HTTP methods
  • Support for multiple body types
  • Import from popular API tools
  • Cloud sync across 5 platforms
  • Pre & post-request JavaScript scripting
  • SOAP/WSDL support
  • Request scheduling
Features
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RestForge - API Testing is a powerful, lightweight API client for developers and testers. Build, test, debug, and automate your APIs directly from your phone — no laptop required. KEY FEATURES SEND & TEST REQUESTS • All HTTP methods: GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE, HEAD, OPTIONS • Body types: JSON, raw text, XML, HTML, JavaScript, Form-data, file uploads • Headers with smart hints, URL parameter editor, custom timeout • Basic Auth and Bearer Token support IMPORT FROM POPULAR API TOOLS Import collection files compatible with: • Postman Collection (v2.0 / v2.1) • Insomnia, Bruno, Thunder Client • Hoppscotch, Apidog, SoapUI, HTTPie • RapidAPI, HTTP Archive (HAR), cURL • OpenAPI / Swagger (2.0, 3.0, 3.1) (Uses standard exported formats. RestForge is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of these services.) CLOUD SYNC — 5 PLATFORMS Connect your API platform to sync collections across devices: • Postman · Apidog · SwaggerHub · Hoppscotch · RapidAPI Bidirectional sync with intelligent 3-way merge conflict resolution. PRE & POST-REQUEST SCRIPTING • JavaScript scripting before and after every request • Full pm.* API: pm.test(), pm.expect(), pm.sendRequest() • Chai-style assertions and console logging • Set/get environment, collection, and global variables from scripts ENVIRONMENTS & VARIABLES • Multiple environments (dev, staging, production) • {{variable}} syntax in URLs, headers, and body • Collection-scoped and global variables SOAP / WSDL SUPPORT • Parse WSDL 1.1 definitions and browse operations • Auto-generate SOAP envelopes (SOAP 1.1 & 1.2) • Automatic SOAPAction headers and SOAP Fault parsing RESPONSE VIEWER & HISTORY • Syntax-highlighted viewer for JSON, XML, HTML, JavaScript • Inspect response time, status codes, and headers • Copy, share, or save responses • Full request history — revisit, edit, or resend anytime CODE EXPORT • cURL (free) • JavaScript, Python, Dart, Go (Premium) REQUEST SCHEDULING • Schedule API requests at defined intervals with cron support • Background execution without manual interaction ANALYTICS DASHBOARD (Premium) • Request counts by method, response time trends • Status code distribution and 30-day daily usage COLLECTIONS & ORGANIZATION • Offline-first — works without internet • Offline queue with auto-retry on reconnect UPGRADE TO PREMIUM • Ad-free experience • Code export: JavaScript, Python, Dart, Go • Response compare & diff viewer • Analytics dashboard with full metrics • Advanced cloud sync and API scheduling SUBSCRIPTION INFO Subscriptions are charged to your Apple ID at purchase. Auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage in App Store settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://restforge.org/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Ble Writer2 screens
RestForge3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ble Writer at none against RestForge's 3. Ble Writer also leads on ads (none vs shown). RestForge's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price 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. RestForge sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Ble Writer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ble Writer ships an update every 3 weeks, RestForge every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Ble Writer versus RestForge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBle WriterRestForge
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.3 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developeryuta saitoKHANG LE

In-app purchases

None

Ble Writer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

RestForge

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Monthly3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Ble Writer free?
Ble Writer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RestForge free?
RestForge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Ble Writer or RestForge have ads?
RestForge shows ads; Ble Writer does not.
Which is updated more often, Ble Writer or RestForge?
Ble Writer ships an update every 3 weeks, and RestForge every 2 weeks. Most recently, Ble Writer was updated on September 22, 2026 and RestForge on September 25, 2026.

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