PyRanger RC vs ProxMate Widgets
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PyRanger RC
Control microcontroller-based projects like robots and interactive installations wirelessly via Bluetooth. Designed for makers, students, and educators, it offers a simple interface for popular boards like Arduino and ESP32.
- Bluetooth pairing
- Customizable controls
- Simple interface
- Works with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico
- STEM education focus
- Wireless hardware control
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PyRanger RC is your ultimate Bluetooth remote control for microcontroller-based projects. Whether you're building a robot, controlling lights, or creating an interactive installation, PyRanger RC makes it easy to connect and control your hardware. Built for makers, students, and educators, this app provides a simple and reliable interface for communicating with devices like Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico (W), and other BLE-enabled boards. While the communication protocol is currently private, full documentation will be made available in an upcoming release. The app is fully operational and supports stable control of supported devices. Features: Quick Bluetooth Pairing with supported devices Customizable Controls for motors, servos, LEDs, and sensors Simple Interface designed for ease of use in classrooms and workshops Works with Popular Boards like Arduino, ESP32, and more Built for STEM Education and prototyping on the go Use PyRanger RC as the command center for your next project. Whether you're testing hardware, running a live demo, or teaching robotics, PyRanger RC gives you wireless control without writing a single line of app code.
ProxMate Widgets
Monitor your Proxmox Virtual Environment servers directly from your home screen. View real-time CPU, RAM, and disk usage, node status, and uptime with customizable widgets. Supports multiple servers and clusters.
- Native iOS Widgets
- Multi-Server Support
- Resource Monitoring (CPU, RAM, Disk)
- Node Status & Uptime
- Automatic Widget Updates
- Custom HTTP Headers
- Server Import from ProxMate App
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Monitor your Proxmox Virtual Environment (PVE) servers directly from your home screen with ProxMate Widgets - the essential companion app for ProxMate. Key Features: • Native iOS Widgets - Real-time monitoring in Small, Medium, and Large widget sizes • Multi-Server Support - Monitor multiple Proxmox VE servers and clusters • Resource Monitoring - Track CPU, RAM, and disk usage with color-coded indicators • Node Status - View online/offline status with uptime information • Automatic Updates - Widgets refresh every 15 minutes with smart caching • Custom HTTP Headers - Additional authentication header support • ProxMate integration - Server import from the main ProxMate app • Widgets can be added on iPhone, iPad and macOS Perfect for: System administrators who need at-a-glance monitoring of their Proxmox infrastructure without opening apps. Get instant visibility into server health, resource utilization, and system status directly from your home screen. Note: Full server management features are available in the main "ProxMate" application. Privacy & Security: Your server credentials are stored securely on your device using iOS security frameworks. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://proxmate.app/norobots/en/app-privacy-policy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PyRanger RC at 5.0 against ProxMate Widgets's 3.0. PyRanger RC also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. ProxMate Widgets sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. PyRanger RC asks for nothing beyond the download.
PyRanger RC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.
| Parameter | PyRanger RC | ProxMate Widgets |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 3.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pyranger LLC | Lars Herres |
Customer experience
PyRanger RC
ProxMate Widgets
In-app purchases
PyRanger RC
No in-app purchases
ProxMate Widgets
- Espresso$2.99
- Delicious Pasta$5.99
- Pizza with extra Cheese$9.99
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