# MeshCore vs Beacon

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Beacon at none against MeshCore's 1. MeshCore's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MeshCore sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Beacon asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | MeshCore | Beacon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (93 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meshcore/id6742354151/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **93** | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 36 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Liam Cottle](https://appshunter.io/developer/1510265310) | [SONG XIANG XIE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886042585) |

## What reviewers say

### MeshCore

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meshcore/id6742354151)

This app enables secure, off-grid communication using LoRa radio devices. It allows users to pair with their device, set up their radio, and send messages to other discovered users on the same frequency. It's a decentralized way to connect without relying on traditional networks.

**Highlights:** Off-grid mesh communication, Secure messaging, LoRa radio device support, Bluetooth device pairing, Customizable display name, Network discovery and contact list

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote Management | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and effective setup
- 🚀 Fast and stable performance
- 💡 Innovative mesh technology
- 😊 Good for off-grid communication
- ✅ Works well for LoRa

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bluetooth connection issues
- 🔋 Drains device battery quickly
- ❌ Cryptic error messages
- 🐛 UI is a mess
- 🐛 Difficult to reflash

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot pair all nodes
- Cryptic error messages
- UI is a mess
- Bluetooth connection issues
- Connection drops frequently

**Requested features**

- More features and a UI appropriate for Apple devices
- Background connections and updates on iOS
- Expand contact list beyond 350
- About section for contacts
- Add Russian language


### Beacon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beacon-your-inner-circle/id6760743274)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MeshCore free?

MeshCore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Beacon free?

Beacon is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do MeshCore or Beacon have ads?

Neither MeshCore nor Beacon shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*