Comparison

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE vs BLE Term

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

Head to head
About

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE

This app allows developers and hobbyists to test and control Bluetooth devices, particularly those using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). It offers modes for BLE communication with various devices and for interacting with Bluetooth-enabled gamepads and controllers.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) testing
  • Control Bluetooth-enabled gamepads
  • Terminal modes for data transfer
  • Support for ESP modules and custom devices
  • Optimized for smartphones and smartwatches
Features
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Easily test and control your Bluetooth projects with this versatile app, supporting Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication. Ideal for developers and hobbyists working with Bluetooth-enabled devices, this app makes connecting and testing a breeze. BLE Mode: Optimized for smartphones, smartwatches, ESP modules, and custom BLE devices. Leverage Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for low-power, efficient device interactions, ideal for IoT projects and wearable tech. Gamepad Mode: Includes terminal modes and various data transfer features for Bluetooth-enabled gamepads and controllers. Easily manage and interact with compatible devices for enhanced control and functionality.

About

BLE Term

Features
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BLE Term is a general-purpose Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) terminal emulator designed for anyone who needs simple, text-based communication with BLE devices. The app allows users to scan, connect, and communicate with any BLE device that provides UART-style characteristics, making it suitable for a wide range of use cases including prototyping, IoT development, hardware debugging, and education. BLE Term is not limited to any specific organization or product. It can be used by developers, students, hobbyists, and engineers with their own BLE-enabled devices. Key features: • Scan and connect to standard BLE devices • Send and receive text-based data • UART-style BLE communication • Real-time log display • No registration or account required BLE Term is a simple, lightweight, and universal tool for everyday BLE communication.

Screenshots

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE4 screens
BLE Term2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Bluetooth Controller BT/LE at #200 against BLE Term's unranked. On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Bluetooth Controller BT/LE versus BLE Term: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBluetooth Controller BT/LEBLE Term
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#200 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlper VuralHiroshi Ohta

In-app purchases

None

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE

No in-app purchases

None

BLE Term

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bluetooth Controller BT/LE free?
Bluetooth Controller BT/LE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BLE Term free?
BLE Term is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bluetooth Controller BT/LE or BLE Term have ads?
Neither Bluetooth Controller BT/LE nor BLE Term shows ads.

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