Comparison

iStuffFinder vs connex

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

Head to head
About

iStuffFinder

Easily locate misplaced iPhones, iPads, and keys using Bluetooth smart tags. The app offers a two-way finding function, proximity alerts, and automatic map location saving for lost items. It also includes a remote camera shutter feature.

Highlights
  • Two-way item finding
  • Proximity alerts
  • Automatic map location saving
  • Remote camera shutter
  • Support for up to 4 smart tags
  • Customizable alert tones
Features
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"JUST be yourself, capture the perfect 'Selfie' and share with loved ones." 'Find your misplaced iPhone and key (or item) easily with the 'Two way FindMe' function". A Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy application for connecting with any BLE smart wireless devices (support up to 4 smart tags) for immediate, reliable alert and proximity functions. This will provide peace of mind for protecting your iPhone / iPad and Key Tag (i.e. car key, kids or purse / wallet / Passport or any valuables...). The App provides a two way "FindMe" function for locating your iPhone and Key Tag and will automatically (or manually) set Map locations for your important places (i.e. car parking location; or last missing item location). Battery Saving Tip: you can turn off this APP, swipe away from background, and turn off ‘Bluetooth’ function from you iPhone any time to extend the battery life. Turn on the App and 'Bluetooth' function, when you need to 'find your stuff' or take a perfect ‘selfie'. Key Features: - Support multiple BLE smart devices (Maximum 4 tags), each tag can be configured individually for different application. - User definable alerting distane. - Two way FindMe function for iPhone / iPad and Key Tag. - Automatically reconnect each tag to iPhone / iPad after wakeup from sleep mode. (If you turn off this App and Bluetooth function for extending your battery purpose. Please make sure to turn on Bluetooth function from iPhone and this App to resume the normal function. This App can automatic reconnect each tag within 1-2 minutes. If tag is in the deep sleep mode, you may need to press button from tag to wake it up). - Call alert service from the Key Tag in noisy environment or if the iPhone is on mute mode. When a call comes in, the Key Tag will provide a call alert to the user. (Call alert service can be audio, vibrate, or color lights to remind the user). - Automatically set Map location for user when iPhone and Key Tag are out of the "Link Loss" range (i.e. for Can Finder or last missing items locations). If the user does not use the Key Tag "Link Loss" for automatically set functions, you can manually use the App to enable set Map functions for the "PlaceMarkPin" setting. The App will show 'P' message to remind you that smart tag has Map location for you to review. - Support "Airplane Mode". - Customizable “Alert Tones” for each tag. - Support Camera with remote control functions. You can capture up to 100 photo images from BLE smart tag’s remote control button (limited by your smartphone memory and battery life). - Built-in advance power saving mode and reliable connection with high sensibility. Special Notes: - iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPod Touch 5th generation or the new iPad is required for Bluetooth Smart functionality. - iOS 9 and up require for Multi-tags and "Find my phone" to work. - Continue use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

connex

Features
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The official Connexx app allows to control lights integrated with Connexx nodexx control modules. Connexx is your ultimate tool for automating and optimizing outdoor lighting systems. Whether managing streetlights, parking lots, or expansive outdoor spaces, this app ensures your lighting is always efficient, effective, and tailored to your needs. Complete Lighting Control at Your Fingertips From direct light control to creating custom lighting scenes, the Connexx app provides all the tools to keep your outdoor spaces well-lit and energy-efficient in the digital age. Management Made Easy The app allows you to control your lighting installations, making adjusting settings during on-field operations easy. This ensures that your lighting system operates at peak performance. Key Features: Automated Scheduling: Create and manage custom schedules for different lighting, maximizing energy efficiency and ensuring your spaces are well-lit when needed. Dynamic Control: Adjust brightness levels in real-time, adapting to changing conditions such as weather, time of day, or varying activity levels. Energy Efficiency: Leverage smart automation to reduce power consumption. Enhanced Security: Ensure optimal lighting for public safety, improving visibility in your outdoor spaces. Why Choose Connexx? Simplify your outdoor lighting management with a solution designed for modern needs. Whether optimizing energy use, enhancing safety, or ensuring ease of operation, Connexx delivers a seamless and intuitive experience. Transform your outdoor lighting into a smart, sustainable, and secure system with Connexx, your partner in intelligent outdoor lighting control. Note This app allows you to control only light elements equipped with an integrated Connexx Nodexx smart module. Additionally, a Dongle device is required to enable communication between your smartphone or tablet and the lighting system in your facility. Discover more about Connexx products: https://connexx.it/

Screenshots

iStuffFinder4 screens
connex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: connex at every 9 days against iStuffFinder's every 3 months. connex also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iStuffFinder ships an update every 3 months, connex every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iStuffFinder versus connex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriStuffFinderconnex
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPao Lin FongConnexx Srl

In-app purchases

None

iStuffFinder

No in-app purchases

None

connex

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iStuffFinder free?
iStuffFinder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is connex free?
connex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iStuffFinder or connex have ads?
Neither iStuffFinder nor connex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iStuffFinder or connex?
iStuffFinder ships an update every 3 months, and connex every 9 days. Most recently, iStuffFinder was updated on October 16, 2026 and connex on October 25, 2026.

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