BLECM Development Kit vs BTHome Sensors
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
BLECM Development Kit
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Microchip's BLECM (Bluetooth Low Energy Client Module) Development Kit is designed to enable you to quickly and easily connect an embedded system for monitoring and control using this iPhone application which also serves as a gateway for remote monitoring/control with a cloud-based server, such as Amazon Web Services(AWS). This will reduce the learning curve and help you get connected using Bluetooth quickly. The BLECM Development Kit is available from Microchip Direct.
BTHome Sensors
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A universal monitor for BTHome Bluetooth devices. This app lets you scan for nearby BTHome protocol devices and monitor their data in real time. It supports a wide range of sensor types and presents readings in clear graphs with historical tracking. Built to be flexible and lightweight, the app adapts to different devices without requiring custom setup. Features Scan and discover BTHome Bluetooth devices View live sensor readings Support for multiple sensor types defined by the BTHome protocol Interactive charts with historical data Device details including signal strength and battery status Clean interface focused on clarity and performance Ideal for monitoring environments, testing sensors, or analyzing long-term trends. Note: Requires Bluetooth access and BTHome-compatible devices. Supported sensors depend on the device capabilities. Compatible devices and manufacturers Use BTHome broadcasts from Shelly BLU H&T, Shelly BLU Door/Window, Shelly BLU Motion, Shelly BLU Button1 and Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4. Monitor Xiaomi / Mijia thermometers (custom firmware), such as LYWSD03MMC. Also suitable for b-parasite plant sensors and DIY ESP32 sensors broadcasting BTHome.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: BLECM Development Kit at Free against BTHome Sensors's $3.99. BLECM Development Kit also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.4). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
BLECM Development Kit is free to download; BTHome Sensors costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | BLECM Development Kit | BTHome Sensors |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free โ better | $3.99 |
| Update frequency | โ | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod โ better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 โ better | 16.4 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 70 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Microchip Technology Inc. | MICHAL KOVAL |
In-app purchases
BLECM Development Kit
No in-app purchases
BTHome Sensors
No in-app purchases
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