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nRF Connect for Desktop vs Bluetility: catalog facts
nRF Connect for Desktop	Bluetility
Free Free download from Nordic Semiconductor.	Free Free to download from the GitHub releases page.
Windows, macOS, Linux	macOS
Several Bluetooth LE and LTE testing apps in one launcher Includes power optimization and device programming tools	Scans for advertising BLE peripherals Browse services and characteristics of a connected device
Only useful with Nordic Semiconductor hardware	macOS only Small project with occasional development
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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