Comparison

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE vs BLE Scanner

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 Scanner

Analyze Bluetooth signals to understand device behavior, locate lost items, and detect unwanted trackers. Debug GATT services, decode advertisements, and record sessions for detailed analysis. Offers real-time insights without ads or sign-up.

Highlights
  • Scan nearby BLE devices with RSSI graphs
  • Read device information without pairing
  • Locator mode for finding lost devices
  • Detect unknown trackers and AirTags
  • Debug GATT services in real-time
  • Decode iBeacon and Eddystone advertisements
  • Record and replay BLE sessions
Features
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See every Bluetooth signal around you and finally understand what each device is doing. Whether you are bringing up a new board, chasing a flaky connection in the field, or checking whether something is quietly tracking you, you get clear answers in seconds. Built by a team that ships BLE hardware, so it works the way engineers actually think. No ads, no account, no sign-up. Open it and start scanning. What you can do: Find anything fast. Scan every nearby BLE device with live RSSI graphs and smart filtering, so the device you care about never gets lost in the noise. Know your gear without pairing. Read AirPods, Beats, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, HomePod, and HomeKit accessories at a glance, including battery where available. Walk straight to a lost device. Locator mode turns signal strength into real distance with Kalman smoothing and path loss estimates, and the haptics speed up as you close in. Stay safe from unwanted tracking. Spot unknown AirTags and stealth trackers that follow you between locations before they become a problem. Debug GATT in real time. Inspect every service and characteristic, then read, write, and subscribe to notifications without leaving the app. Make sense of raw advertisements. Decode iBeacon, Eddystone, and manufacturer data so you can verify firmware and beacons quickly. Prove what happened. Record and replay full BLE sessions for debugging, reporting, and QA, and stream events to your own HTTPS webhook in real time. The result is less guessing, faster fixes, and confidence that nothing around you goes unnoticed. Tap Get and scan everything around you. It is free to start. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://BigBalli.com/privacy

Screenshots

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE4 screens
BLE Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bluetooth Controller BT/LE at 5.0 against BLE Scanner's 4.2. Bluetooth Controller BT/LE also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and chart position (#144 vs unranked). BLE Scanner's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, ads 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. BLE Scanner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Bluetooth Controller BT/LE asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BLE Scanner has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE ships an update every 3 weeks, BLE Scanner every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Bluetooth Controller BT/LE versus BLE Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBluetooth Controller BT/LEBLE Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.2 (5 ratings)
Number of ratings15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#144 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlper VuralBigBalli Consulting llc

Customer experience

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

BLE Scanner

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

None

Bluetooth Controller BT/LE

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

BLE Scanner

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly Offer$19.991 Year
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  • Annual$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Bluetooth Controller BT/LE free?
Bluetooth Controller BT/LE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BLE Scanner free?
BLE Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bluetooth Controller BT/LE or BLE Scanner?
Bluetooth Controller BT/LE is rated higher. Bluetooth Controller BT/LE averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while BLE Scanner averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.
Do Bluetooth Controller BT/LE or BLE Scanner have ads?
Neither Bluetooth Controller BT/LE nor BLE Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bluetooth Controller BT/LE or BLE Scanner?
Bluetooth Controller BT/LE ships an update every 3 weeks, and BLE Scanner every 5 days. Most recently, Bluetooth Controller BT/LE was updated on October 12, 2026 and BLE Scanner on October 5, 2026.

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