Comparison

BLE Controller vs Upnp Pal

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

Head to head
About

BLE Controller

This app enables wireless control of microcontrollers like Arduino and ESP32 via Bluetooth Low Energy. It features a customizable remote interface, a serial console for real-time data monitoring, and device management tools for makers and hobbyists.

Highlights
  • Customizable button interface
  • Real-time serial console
  • Device scanning and management
  • Bi-directional communication
  • Offline functionality
  • Dark and light themes
Features
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Control your Arduino, ESP32, STM32, Micro:bit and IoT devices wirelessly with BLE Controller - the ultimate Bluetooth Low Energy remote and serial terminal for makers, hobbyists, and professionals. POWERFUL BLUETOOTH CONTROL BLE Controller provides seamless wireless communication with your microcontroller projects. Connect to any Bluetooth-enabled Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, or IoT device and take full control from your iPhone or iPad. CUSTOMIZABLE REMOTE CONTROL Create your perfect control interface with fully customizable buttons. Each button can be personalized with: - Custom labels and commands - Color-coded organization - Icon selection from 20+ options - Instant command transmission Perfect for robot control, smart home automation, motor control, LED strips, servo control, and more. Send commands like Forward, Backward, Left, Right, Stop, or any custom serial commands your project needs. SERIAL CONSOLE & TERMINAL Monitor real-time data from your devices with the built-in serial console. View sensor readings, debug messages, and system logs as they happen. Send custom commands directly to your device and receive instant feedback. Features: - Real-time data streaming - Command history - Clear and organized log view - Custom baud rate configuration - Bi-directional communication SMART DEVICE MANAGEMENT - Quick scan for nearby BLE devices - Auto-save recent connections - RSSI signal strength monitoring - One-tap reconnection to favorite devices - Device connection history PROFESSIONAL FEATURES - Dark and light theme options - Haptic feedback for tactile response - Offline functionality - no internet required - Privacy-focused - your data stays on your device - No subscription fees or in-app purchases PERFECT FOR - Arduino robot control (cars, drones, rovers) - ESP32/ESP8266 IoT projects - Home automation systems - Robotics competitions - STEM education and learning - Prototype testing and development - Maker projects and hackathons - Industrial automation - Smart device integration - Serial communication testing EASY SETUP 1. Enable Bluetooth on your device 2. Upload BLE serial code to your Arduino/ESP32 3. Tap "Scan" to find your device 4. Connect and start controlling 5. Customize buttons for your project needs RELIABLE & STABLE Built with professional-grade Bluetooth libraries ensuring stable connections and reliable data transmission. Advanced error handling and automatic reconnection keep you connected to your projects. CONTINUOUS UPDATES We're committed to making BLE Controller the best Bluetooth control app for makers. Regular updates bring new features, improvements, and bug fixes. SUPPORT & COMMUNITY Need help? Our support team is ready to assist with setup questions, connection issues, or feature requests. Join thousands of makers worldwide using BLE Controller for their projects. COMPATIBLE PLATFORMS • Arduino (Uno, Mega, Nano with BLE module) • ESP32 (built-in BLE) • ESP8266 (with external BLE module) • HC-05/HC-06 Bluetooth modules • nRF52 boards • Raspberry Pi with Bluetooth • Any device with BLE serial capability Start building amazing wireless projects today. Download BLE Controller and bring your IoT devices to life!

About

Upnp Pal

Features
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UPnP Pal lets you view and manage UPnP port mappings on your local network from your iOS device. The app can scan for your router, show the detected gateway and external IP address, list existing port mappings, and display each rule’s protocol, external port, internal target, description, and lease time. You can add new mappings, edit existing mappings, delete rules, set TCP or UDP, choose permanent or timed leases, and manually enter a gateway address when automatic discovery is not available. UPnP Pal works locally on your network and is intended for users who need a simple way to inspect and manage router port forwarding without opening a desktop terminal.

Screenshots

BLE Controller4 screens
Upnp Pal3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: BLE Controller at Free against Upnp Pal's $0.99. BLE Controller also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.5). On 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

BLE Controller is free to download; Upnp Pal costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
BLE Controller versus Upnp Pal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLE ControllerUpnp Pal
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.7 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCircuitMagic Inc.Ruben Madsen

In-app purchases

None

BLE Controller

No in-app purchases

None

Upnp Pal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BLE Controller free?
BLE Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Upnp Pal free?
Upnp Pal costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do BLE Controller or Upnp Pal have ads?
Neither BLE Controller nor Upnp Pal shows ads.

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