Eddystone
- Eddystone is developed by Google
- It is cross-platform, compatible with both Apple and iOS
- It is open-source, and its specifications are published openly on GitHub
- It can transmit 3 packets: UID, URL, and TIM
- It is comparatively more flexible but requires complex coding for proper integration
- It has in-built EIDs, and can only be identified by authorized clients
- It is 2 APIs: Nearby API and Proximity API, making it more powerful for fleet management
iBeacon
- iBeacon is developed by Apple
- It works with both iOS and Android, but it is native to iOS
- Apple controls its specifications, so it can be a bit restrictive in use
- It can only transmit one advertising UUID packet
- Being an Apple product, it is straightforward to implement
- It can be detected and identified by all iOS devices and some Android devices
- It has no specific API
WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?
- Eddystone is complex but versatile, so it is recommended for heavier usage
- iBeacon is recommended if you want a simple, well-designed protocol for mostly iOS users
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