Device Tracker vs NearCast

Device Finder helps you quickly locate nearby Bluetooth-enabled devices such as wireless earbuds, headphones, smartwatches, speakers, and other compatible accessories. Using real-time Bluetooth signal detection, the app guides you toward your device by showing proximity strength and alerts when you are nearby. Simply move around and follow the distance indicator to pinpoint your lost item. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Apple Inc. AirPods is a trademark of Apple Inc. KEY FEATURES • Device Searching: Instantly view nearby Bluetooth devices in real time. • Distance Indicator: Track proximity using a signal-based distance score. • Broad Compatibility: Works with many Bluetooth audio and accessory devices. • Live Alerts: Receive sound or vibration alerts when your device is nearby. • Favorite Devices: Pin frequently used devices for faster access. HOW IT WORKS • Open Device Tracker and start scanning. • Nearby Bluetooth devices are detected automatically. • Move around while observing the distance indicator. • When close, the app alerts you to help you locate your device. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION This app offers auto-renewable subscription options to unlock premium features. • Subscription Title: Premium Access • Subscription Duration: Monthly and Yearly • Subscription Price: – $4.99 per month – $19.99 per year – $69.99 lifetime Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew 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 or cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ CONNECT WITH US Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you!

NearCast turns your iPhone into a powerful Bluetooth radar. Scan for nearby BLE devices, track their signal strength, estimate distance, and never lose your gear again. RADAR SCANNING • Real-time Bluetooth Low Energy scanning with a visual radar display • Animated sonar sweep shows device blips color-coded by saved status • RSSI-based distance estimation using signal strength analysis • Smart device name resolution identifies 50+ manufacturers including Apple, Samsung, Google, Sony, Bose, Tile, and more • Proximity levels from Immediate to Out of Range with haptic feedback DEVICE MANAGEMENT • Save devices with custom names and categories (Phone, Laptop, Headphones, Watch, Keys, Wallet, Tracker, and more) • Organize with favourites and mark devices as lost • View battery level, signal strength, and connection status at a glance • Full scan history with timestamped RSSI readings • Swipe actions for quick management FIND YOUR DEVICES • Play Sound triggers an audible alert to help locate nearby devices • Compass needle points toward your device's last known direction • Proximity indicator with hot/cold feedback guides you closer • Haptic patterns intensify as you approach — feel your way to the device MAP & LOCATION • See every saved device's last known location on an interactive map • Category-colored pins make it easy to identify devices at a glance • Tracks and updates GPS coordinates each time a device is scanned SAFE ZONES • Create geographic safe zones around locations like Home or Office • Configurable radius from 50 to 1000 metres • Alerts are automatically suppressed inside enabled safe zones • Manage zones from the map or the dedicated settings panel SMART ALERTS • Separation alerts notify you the moment a saved device goes out of range • Found alerts let you know when a lost device comes back • Customizable alert sounds: Chime, Beep, Ping, or Sonar • Adjustable volume and global mute control PRIVACY & ANTI-TRACKING • Anti-tracking detection monitors for unknown Bluetooth devices that may be following you • Alerts you if an unfamiliar device persists near you for over 15 minutes across 100+ metres of movement • Clear tracker history at any time • All data stored locally on your device — we never collect or share your information BACKGROUND SCANNING • Continue monitoring saved devices even when the app is in the background • Receive push notifications for separation and found events • Background mode can be toggled on or off in Settings SYNC & STORAGE • iCloud sync keeps your saved devices available across all your Apple devices • Powered by SwiftData for fast, reliable local storage • Export-ready scan history with timestamps and signal data CUSTOMIZATION • 11 device categories with unique icons and colours • Per-device alert settings for separation and found notifications • Dark mode support throughout the app • Onboarding flow guides you through Bluetooth, Location, and Notification setup DeviceFinder requires Bluetooth and Location permissions to scan for and locate devices. Background scanning may affect battery life.