Comparison

BeaconTrap vs Netgleam

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

Head to head
About

BeaconTrap

This app detects iBeacons in the background and initiates predefined actions based on customizable conditions. It supports triggering HTTP requests and notifications, with options for enter/exit triggers and signal strength thresholds. Users can also manually trigger actions or export configurations.

Highlights
  • Background iBeacon scanning
  • Trigger HTTP requests
  • Trigger notifications
  • Enter/Exit region triggers
  • RSSI threshold precondition
  • Knock gesture trigger
  • Export configuration
Features
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BeaconTrap scans for iBeacons in the background and triggers preset actions when the configured preconditions are met. Actions Trigger HTTP Requests and Notifications Enter/Exit Triggers Trigger actions wehen a beacon becomes close or when leaving a beacon's region. Trigger Preconditions Additionally to immediately triggering an action when an iBeacon signal is received, BeaconTrap allows the configuration of the following preconditions: - RSSI threshold You can set a minimum RSSI (signal strength) threshold value for triggering actions - Knock twice The beacon wakes up the app in the background which listens to knock gestures. Knock twice on your device to trigger the action. - Arrival/Departure only Prevents triggering an action when you are leaving a place where you have stayed some time (~10min). This works great for door buzzers, where you only want to open a door uppon arriving at a place. Export Configuration Export your trap configuration to other devices with a shareable link. Have a look at the website for an example configuration. Quick-Actions Swipe to arm/disarm a trap or manually trigger enter/exit actions. Hardware You will need a beacon from Estimote, Gimbal, Radius Networks RadBeacon, Kontakt or from any other iBeacon manufacturer, in order to use this app.

About

Netgleam

Diagnose and understand your network connection with detailed insights into Wi-Fi, cellular, and speed. Provides plain-language explanations for complex network issues and tests real-world performance.

Highlights
  • Live link quality and Wi-Fi security
  • Detailed cellular service inspection
  • On-device cellular service predictions
  • Connection stage measurement
  • Real-world speed testing
  • Plain-language diagnostic explanations
  • Connection timeline recording
Features
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Netgleam gives you a clear answer when your connection feels wrong. Built for iOS 26 from the ground up, Netgleam brings Apple's latest Network and Wireless Insights APIs into one diagnostic toolkit. See live link quality and Wi-Fi security, inspect every cellular service iOS reports, receive on-device cellular service predictions, measure each stage of a secure connection, and test real-world speed against Cloudflare's global edge network. NO ADS. NO TRACKING. Open the app to see whether you are online, which interface is active, the internet's response time, and the network details iOS makes available. Run Diagnostics for a plain-language explanation, or use the adaptive speed test to measure real-world performance. CONNECTION STATUS • See Wi-Fi, cellular, VPN, and offline states at a glance • Check link quality, Wi-Fi security, BSSID, gateway, IPv4 and IPv6 support, and data mode • View local and public IP details • See the public address, provider, organization, ASN, provider domain, and approximate network location visible to websites • Understand whether traffic is using a direct route or a VPN exit CELLULAR • See a separate card for every cellular service reported by iOS • Check each line's radio technology and registration state • See Apple's on-device outlook for anticipated cellular service changes on supported devices, carriers, and regions • Add familiar line and carrier labels that stay on your device • See route-level carrier details when the current public IP is using cellular without a VPN DIAGNOSTICS • Check the active link, local address, and gateway • Verify DNS, IPv4, IPv6, TLS, and wider internet access • Measure DNS lookup, connection, TLS, first-byte, and transfer timing • Detect captive portals and VPN routing • Get useful next steps instead of a wall of technical output CONNECTION TIMELINE • Record Wi-Fi and cellular handoffs • Notice public-IP changes, link-quality drops, and latency spikes • Keep the timeline private on your device SPEED TEST • Measure download and upload throughput against Cloudflare's global edge network • Follow live phase progress, throughput, data moved, elapsed time, and adaptive sample size • Compare idle and loaded latency • Track jitter and save each result • Share a polished visual result card when you need help PRIVATE BY DESIGN Netgleam has no account, ads, or tracking SDKs. Diagnostic, speed-test, and connection history stays on your device. Location permission is optional. Netgleam uses it when you ask iOS to reveal the current Wi-Fi network name. iOS does not provide third-party apps with custom cellular labels, phone numbers, SIM type, signal strength, or a dependable carrier identity. Netgleam shows the live information iOS provides and lets you add labels that stay on your device. Speed tests transfer data and can use several hundred megabytes on a fast connection. Requires iOS 26. Questions or feedback? Email netgleam@omarknows.app.

Screenshots

BeaconTrap3 screens
Netgleam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Netgleam at 100% against BeaconTrap's 0%. Netgleam also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 9 months). BeaconTrap's advantage is iOS requirement (15.2 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

BeaconTrap costs $0.99 and Netgleam $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BeaconTrap ships an update every 9 months, Netgleam weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BeaconTrap versus Netgleam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeaconTrapNetgleam
Price$0.99$0.99
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.2 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJérémie BlaserOmarKnows LLC

Customer experience

BeaconTrap

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Netgleam

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

BeaconTrap

No in-app purchases

None

Netgleam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BeaconTrap free?
BeaconTrap costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Netgleam free?
Netgleam costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do BeaconTrap or Netgleam have ads?
Neither BeaconTrap nor Netgleam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BeaconTrap or Netgleam?
BeaconTrap ships an update every 9 months, and Netgleam weekly. Most recently, BeaconTrap was updated on November 1, 2026 and Netgleam on October 31, 2026.

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