Bluetooth Version | Asset Tracking, Retail Analytics | Industry: Bluetooth 4.0 (2.4 GHz) Base: Bluetooth 5.0 (▲, 4x range) Advanced: Bluetooth 5.2 + UWB (▲▲, 10cm precision) | Base: 4x longer range (300m open-air) than Industry Standard. Advanced: Ultra-Wideband (UWB) for centimeter-level accuracy. | Advanced: Requires UWB-enabled devices/infrastructure for full precision. |
Operating Range | Logistics, Smart Manufacturing | Industry: Up to 50m (open space) Base: 150m (▲) Advanced: 300m (▲▲) | Base: Covers large warehouses. Advanced: Ideal for expansive facilities (e.g., airports, factories). | Shorter range in obstructed environments without UWB. |
Battery Life | Long-Term Asset Monitoring | Industry: 1–2 years Base: 3 years (▲) Advanced: 5 years (▲▲) | Base: 50% longer lifespan than Industry Standard. Advanced: 250% longer lifespan via low-power UWB. | Advanced: Higher upfront cost for extended battery tech. |
Certifications | Global Deployments | Industry: FCC, CE Base: +BQB (▲) Advanced: +MFi, ISO 27001 (▲▲) | Base: BQB compliance ensures compatibility with iOS/Android. Advanced: MFi certification for Apple ecosystem integration. | Advanced: Compliance adds to production costs. |
Data Transmission Rate | Real-Time Proximity Alerts | Industry: 1 Mbps Base: 2 Mbps (▲) Advanced: 2 Mbps + UWB (▲▲ for latency) | Base: Faster data transfer for real-time tracking. Advanced: UWB reduces latency to <1ms for instant triggers. | Advanced: Requires UWB-compatible receivers. |
Customization/Programming | Enterprise Solutions | Industry: Basic firmware Base: Custom branding (▲) Advanced: API + Triggers (▲▲) | Base: Brandable logos for corporate branding. Advanced: Programmable triggers (e.g., geofencing, temperature alerts). | Advanced: Requires developer expertise for API integration. |