Comparison

BLE Scanner vs Authenticator App

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

Head to head
About

BLE Scanner

Discover and interact with nearby Bluetooth devices in real-time. Inspect services, read and write characteristic values, and log interactions for debugging and analysis. Automate core functions for integration into testing and development workflows.

Highlights
  • Real-time Bluetooth device scanning
  • Inspect device services and characteristics
  • Read and write characteristic values
  • Session-based characteristic value tracking
  • Log and export device data
  • Automation system support
Features
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This application provides tools for discovering and interacting with nearby Bluetooth-enabled devices. Scanning occurs in real time, with continuous updates as new devices are detected or signal strength changes. Each discovered device is presented with identifying information and available service data. Detailed inspection of services and characteristics is supported. Characteristics from both standard profiles and custom implementations can be accessed for reading. When permitted, values can also be written using various data formats such as plain text, numeric input or hexadecimal representation. A session-based view tracks characteristic value changes with timestamps, allowing structured observation of device behavior over time. This is useful for monitoring, debugging or data analysis during live interactions. All discovered devices, their services and associated characteristics can be logged. These logs can be exported in a structured format suitable for external processing or documentation. Built-in support for automation systems enables remote control of core actions such as scanning, retrieving data and listing available services and characteristics. This makes the application adaptable for integration into testing environments, workflows or development pipelines. We share only anonymized app usage data with Apple as a measure to protect against refund fraud. For comprehensive information on our refund policy, please refer to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Note: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Apple Inc. It does not replicate or replace any Apple product or service. Contact us: robertoluishernandez158@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13Fl139UwEEdKN0K_FLZ7LdfM-0W60eE6WS3lPHZIZxM/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zV0QMTl0jVrvJ4jXGqb2aPL2fJglTAQCt3K7RbtD6h0/edit?usp=sharing

About

Authenticator App

This app generates secure one-time passwords for your online accounts, offering an extra layer of protection for email, social media, banking, and work platforms. It supports TOTP and HOTP standards, allows easy account setup via QR code or manual entry, and ensures your data stays private and encrypted on your device.

Highlights
  • TOTP & HOTP code generation
  • QR code scanning for setup
  • Secure on-device storage
  • Offline code generation
  • Optional password management
  • Privacy-focused design
Features
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Authenticator App - 2FA Totp generates TOTP and HOTP codes to keep your online accounts safe and accessible only to you. Whether it’s email, social media, banking, or work platforms, you can easily add your accounts and instantly generate secure one-time passwords for login. Why Authenticator? - TOTP & HOTP support – Compatible with the most widely used two-factor authentication standards. - Easy account setup – Add accounts via QR code scanning or manual entry. - Secure storage – Your codes and secrets stay safe on your device. - Password management – Optionally store and organize account credentials privately. - Offline access – Generate login codes anytime, even without internet connection. - Privacy first – No data leaves your phone; everything is encrypted and under your control. With Authenticator, your accounts get an extra layer of protection—without the hassle. Add unlimited 2FA codes and passwords with premium subscription available in app. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ljeclBfPprtXQVCDYhXvcg5x_dbJoGUw5ezM_hQLP7I/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e-0Tq04B2wZA02pNPzcp3V-48TDW9Zd7oNeDav-ScJk/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

BLE Scanner4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

BLE Scanner and Authenticator App are too close to call on the numbers: across 8 compared parameters — price, rating, ratings volume and ads among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for BLE Scanner against 4.5 for Authenticator App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 22 and 24 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
BLE Scanner versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLE ScannerAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (22 ratings) — better4.5 (24 ratings)
Number of ratings2224 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoberto Luis HernandezDAMOI SRL

Customer experience

BLE Scanner

All ratings22 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

Authenticator App

All ratings24 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BLE Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
2 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Week Authenticator Unlimited3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • 1 Year Authenticator Unlimited3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is BLE Scanner free?
BLE Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BLE Scanner or Authenticator App?
BLE Scanner is rated higher. BLE Scanner averages 4.6 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.5 from 24 ratings.
Do BLE Scanner or Authenticator App have ads?
Neither BLE Scanner nor Authenticator App shows ads.

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