Blue Switch vs PulseNerd
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Blue Switch
Control 2, 4, or 8 channel Bluetooth BLE relay modules from your iPhone or iPad. Assign custom names to modules and individual relays for easy identification and management. Enhance security by changing the default password.
- Control 2, 4, or 8 channel relay modules
- Bluetooth BLE connectivity
- Assign custom module aliases
- Assign custom relay aliases
- Change default password for security
- Connect to multiple modules
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This app allows you to control a 2, 4 or 8 Channel Relay Module Bluetooth BLE with your iPhone or iPad. To use this app, you need one of these three modules: "2 Channel Relay Module Bluetooth BLE" "4 Channel Relay Module Bluetooth BLE" "8 Channel Relay Module Bluetooth BLE" These modules can be ordered at many online shops. Please use a search engine to find a shop. This app can be connected with any number of modules. By entering an alias, the modules are marked clearly and can easily be assigned to a use area. Name the modules for example "Relay 1", "Relay 2", "Electronic lab project" or "Ambient Light". An alias can also be entered for each relay. The default password for these modules is usually "12345678". For more security, the app also allows you to change the password. The password must be eight digits long.
PulseNerd
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PulseView is the perfect companion app for your WhatPulse client. Monitor your activity in real time and keep your statistics always within reach — directly on your iPhone. Stay informed about your current performance: • View your total keyboard and mouse activity • Track Clicks Per Second during gameplay • Monitor network usage live • See how much data you upload and download in each session Designed for tech-enthusiasts and curious gamers, PulseView brings your “geek window” from the desktop right to your pocket. Everything updates automatically and remains private on your device. A special highlight: PulseView includes a large button that triggers a pulse — and rewards you with a short sound effect from our friendly mascot Pelle. Key Features • Real-time WhatPulse statistics • Clicks Per Second live counter • Network traffic analysis per session • Local connection to your WhatPulse client • Modern and simple user interface • No data collection or tracking PulseView focuses entirely on transparency and privacy. All connections stay local. No external servers. No analytics. No tracking. Keep control of your performance — anywhere, anytime.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PulseNerd at none against Blue Switch's 1. PulseNerd also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. Blue Switch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PulseNerd asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Blue Switch | PulseNerd |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (43 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 43 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 18.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vitalij Schaefer | Marcel Hagenacker |
In-app purchases
Blue Switch
- Remove Ads$17.99
PulseNerd
No in-app purchases









