LocHook vs eSIMTools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LocHook
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LocHook is a background location utility that automatically sends your device's location to a REST endpoint of your choice whenever a significant location change is detected. Configure your endpoint URL, enable tracking, and LocHook handles the rest — capturing coordinates, altitude, speed, accuracy, and reverse-geocoded city, region, and country data, then POSTing it all as a structured JSON payload. Key features: - Background location tracking triggered by significant location changes - Sends location to any HTTP or HTTPS endpoint you configure - Payload includes timestamp, latitude, longitude, altitude, speed, accuracy, city, state/province, and country - Add unlimited custom static key/value fields to every payload - Automatic retry queue — failed transmissions are stored and retried until successful - Manual "Send Now" button to force an immediate location capture and transmission - Survives device reboots — tracking resumes automatically if it was enabled Built for developers, home automation enthusiasts, and anyone who needs reliable location webhooks without a proprietary platform. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/"
eSIMTools
This utility app allows users to manage eSIM profiles on compatible devices. It provides tools for reading card information, inspecting installed profiles, and provisioning new profiles from activation codes to writable SIM modules.
- Read eUICC card information and EID
- View installed profiles and status
- Scan or manually enter eSIM activation codes
- Download carrier profiles
- Write profiles to eUICC/SIM modules
- Connect via USB CCID readers or Bluetooth modules
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eSIMTools is an eSIM-to-SIM toolkit for working with supported programmable eUICC and SIM modules. It helps developers, testers, integrators, and connectivity teams read card information, inspect installed profiles, and manage the path from an eSIM activation code to a writable SIM-style module. Use eSIMTools to read EID and eUICC details, view installed profiles, scan or manually enter eSIM activation codes, download carrier profiles, and write compatible profiles to supported eUICC cards. The app is designed for controlled eSIM provisioning workflows where visibility, repeatability, and clear reader status matter. Key capabilities: - Read eUICC card information and EID - View installed profiles and profile status - Scan QR activation codes or enter activation codes manually - Download carrier profiles through the LPA workflow - Write profiles to supported eUICC/SIM modules - Connect through compatible USB CCID readers - Connect to supported Bluetooth eSIM modules - Review storage and profile diagnostics before installation - Manage installed profiles from a clear profile console eSIMTools focuses on practical eSIM-to-SIM testing and provisioning. It is not a carrier service and does not provide mobile plans. Profile download and installation require a valid activation code, network access, and compatible reader or module hardware.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: eSIMTools at none against LocHook's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. LocHook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. eSIMTools asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | LocHook | eSIMTools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Philip Barr | Mocbase LLC |
In-app purchases
LocHook
- LocHook Pro Monthly1 Month trial$0.991 Month
- LocHook Pro Annual1 Month trial$9.991 Year
eSIMTools
No in-app purchases









