Overview

Rating:
4.50 +12
(443)
Version:
2.8.2
Last updated: 2026-06-17
Ranking
#84,732 627
Overall

Features & Capabilities

Overview

nRF Connect for Mobile is a powerful Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) tool for iOS that lets you scan for nearby peripherals, explore services and characteristics, read/write data, and manage notifications. It supports advertising as a BLE peripheral, DFU updates for Nordic devices, live RSSI charts, and log exports as CSV or text. You can filter devices by name, manufacturer, services, and RSSI, and parse multiple formats of BLE advertisement data.

Developer & Testing Focus

Designed for developers and testers, it offers complete iPad support (multitasking and mouse support) and privacy-focused handling of scanned and advertised data. It runs on iOS 16.0+ and works with Nordic Development Kits for convenient testing and device updates.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Nordic Semiconductor ASA
Rating:
4.50
(443)
12 new ratings
Version:
2.8.2 Last updated: 2026-06-17
Version code:
887088951
Creation date:
2016-02-01
Compatible devices:
Size:
17.57MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-07-19
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Other platforms

Android
nRF Connect for Mobile (v4.29.1)
2,317,517 4.25 (3,437)

Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Nordic Semiconductor ASA
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nrf-connect-for-mobile/id1054362403
Website:
http://www.nordicsemi.com/

User Reviews

Users broadly praise nRF Connect for Mobile as a powerful, reliable BLE tool that serves as a top-tier sniffer. It provides extensive Bluetooth data in a user-friendly package and is valued for its professional-grade utility, clarity, and educational value. Several reviewers highlight its reliability across devices and its usefulness for project workflows. A few report connection issues or intermittent failures, and a minority note Android parity gaps. Overall, the app is highly recommended for developers and researchers working with BLE on Apple devices.
Pros
  • Powerful, feature-rich BLE tool and sniffer with extensive Bluetooth information while remaining user-friendly.
  • Highly reliable and accurate reflection of the BLE environment, often described as miles ahead of other tools.
  • Professional-grade tool that helps with projects and deadlines.
  • Educational value and clarity; easy to understand BLE concepts (e.g., mcuboot).
  • Transparent development with integrity.
Cons
  • Connectivity issues: reports of not connecting or the app not working at times.
Recent reviews
Was struggling to find my Fitbit Air with another app, tried nRF Connect and it picked it up right away. Simple to use and does the job.
by ab*****, 2026-07-16

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by Al*****, 2026-07-11
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