# Bluetooth Lock vs Xblue

The clearest difference is rating: Xblue at 3.7 against Bluetooth Lock's 2.3. Xblue also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 25%). Bluetooth Lock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Xblue sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.49 per 7 days. Bluetooth Lock asks for nothing beyond the download.

Xblue holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Bluetooth Lock's written reviews are positive against 67% of Xblue's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bluetooth Lock | Xblue |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-lock/id992346811/reviews) | **[3.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xblue-bluetooth-devices-finder/id1632902176/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alice Dev Team](https://appshunter.io/developer/394677755) | [Pavel Strelciuc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1630715801) |

## What reviewers say

### Bluetooth Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-lock/id992346811)

Automatically lock your Mac when you walk away using your iPhone as a key. This app utilizes Bluetooth LE for efficient energy use and offers customizable auto-lock settings based on signal strength. It ensures your Mac password remains secure on your computer.

**Highlights:** Auto-lock Mac when you walk away, Uses iPhone as a key, Customizable signal strength for locking, Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy technology, Password security via OS X Keychain, Companion OS X app required

**In-app purchases:** none


### Xblue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xblue-bluetooth-devices-finder/id1632902176)

Locate misplaced Bluetooth devices using a satellite map and distance indicator. It also offers motion testing tools and an ad-blocker for a smoother experience. A premium version unlocks advanced features.

**Highlights:** Find lost Bluetooth devices on map, Display distance to lost device, Ad-blocker tool, Motion test tools (gyroscope, accelerometer, compass), Test speakers and microphone

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| subscription | $8.49 | per 7 days |
| months | $28.99 | per month |
| subscription | $35.99 | per 3 months |
| subscription | $73.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bluetooth Lock free?

Bluetooth Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Xblue free?

Xblue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bluetooth Lock or Xblue?

Xblue is rated higher. Bluetooth Lock averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Xblue averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do Bluetooth Lock or Xblue have ads?

Neither Bluetooth Lock nor Xblue shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*