GuardPad vs Bleacon
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GuardPad
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Scan any URL and get an instant A+ to F security grade with actionable fixes — right from your iPhone or iPad. GuardPad analyzes 11 HTTP security headers, SSL/TLS certificates (including post-quantum readiness), cookies, redirect chains, DNS records, email security, and infrastructure fingerprints in seconds. The most comprehensive mobile security scanner — and the only one with widgets, Siri integration, and a Share Extension. Try every feature free for 3 days. No account required. No data collected. NATIVE iOS, EVERYWHERE YOU NEED IT • Share Extension — scan any URL straight from Safari or any browser • Siri & Shortcuts — "Hey Siri, scan example.com with GuardPad" • Home Screen & Lock Screen widgets for pinned domains • Control Center toggle for instant re-scans (iOS 18+) • Universal app with optimized iPad layouts FREE FEATURES • 11 graded security headers (HSTS, CSP, COOP, COEP, CORP, X-Frame-Options, X-Content-Type-Options, Referrer-Policy, Permissions-Policy, X-XSS-Protection, Server) • Email security analysis — SPF, DMARC, DKIM, MTA-STS, and BIMI graded with detailed findings • Cookie security analysis (Secure, HttpOnly, SameSite, __Host- prefix) • CSP depth analysis (nonce, strict-dynamic, Report-Only) • SSL/TLS certificate inspection with cipher suite details • TLS depth analysis with post-quantum (X25519MLKEM768) detection • Redirect chain visualization with quality grading • Deprecated header detection (HPKP, Expect-CT, Feature-Policy) • OWASP Top 10:2025 compliance mapping • .well-known directory scanner (security.txt RFC 9116 and more) • WAF/CDN fingerprinting (Cloudflare, CloudFront, Akamai, Fastly, and 10 more) • Subdomain discovery via DNS-over-HTTPS • API endpoint intelligence (rate limits, exposed docs, GraphQL introspection) • PCI DSS 4.0 readiness assessment • Comparative context — percentile ranking against your scan history • Quick Fix mode — see your highest-impact issues first • Actionable WHAT/WHY/FIX diagnostics for every finding • Domain-grouped scan history • Works offline for reviewing past results PRO FEATURES • Continuous monitoring — scheduled background re-scans with change-only notifications (unlimited domains with Yearly, 1 domain with Lifetime) • Certificate expiry alerts (30/14/7/3/1 days) • Grade trend charts and security posture dashboard • Batch scanning — up to 50 URLs at once with aggregate report • Shareable security grade card and shields.io-style badge for READMEs • iPad side-by-side scan comparison • Server-specific fix code snippets for nginx, Apache, Express.js, and Caddy • CORS configuration tester • DNS record lookup with DNSSEC, CAA, and full record types (A, AAAA, MX, CNAME, TXT, NS, SOA) • PDF and Markdown export • Full certificate chain inspection Built for developers, security engineers, and IT teams who ship secure web applications. Whether you maintain nginx, Apache, Express.js, or Caddy, GuardPad gives you the tools to verify your configuration matches OWASP, PCI DSS 4.0, and modern security baselines. PRIVACY-FIRST No account. No analytics SDKs. No tracking. Zero external dependencies. All analysis happens on your device. Scan results stay in SwiftData on your device only. See Privacy Policy in Settings. GuardPad is a developer tool for auditing security configuration of web servers you own or have permission to scan. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Bleacon
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Unlock the full potential of Bluetooth Low Energy with Bleacon, the essential toolkit for developers, engineers, and power users. Whether you are debugging a new hardware product, testing mobile app connectivity, or searching for a lost peripheral, Bleacon provides a clean, native experience designed for maximum efficiency. Key Features - Advanced BLE Scanning: Effortlessly discover nearby Bluetooth LE devices. View detailed lists of both named and unknown peripherals, check connectability, and explore available services at a glance. - Comprehensive Debugging: Connect to any device to read, write, and subscribe to characteristics. Inspect primary services and monitor real-time data flow to streamline your development process. - Peripheral Simulation (Advertise): Turn your iPhone into a BLE peripheral. Advertise custom services and notify values to test how your other apps or devices handle incoming data. - Distance & RSSI Radar: Use the intuitive visual signal tracker to locate devices. Bleacon uses real-time RSSI signal strength to estimate distance, helping you find lost tags or calibrate hardware placement. Built for the Community Bleacon is a passion project built by a solo developer with a focus on transparency and utility. - No Ads: Stay focused on your work without intrusive interruptions. - No Tracking: Your data and scan results are your own. We respect your privacy. - Always Free: Professional-grade tools accessible to every developer. - Simplify your BLE workflow today with Bleacon.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Bleacon at daily against GuardPad's monthly. On price, 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
Both are free to download. GuardPad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Bleacon sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
GuardPad ships an update monthly, Bleacon daily. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GuardPad | Bleacon |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | 26.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Olof Petterson | Sergio Sette |
In-app purchases
GuardPad
- GuardPad PRO$9.99
Bleacon
- Small Tip$0.99
- Coffee Tip$1.99
- Generous Tip$4.99
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- Sponsor Tip$9.99
- Champion Tip$19.99









