--- product_id: 378463211 title: "Blue Charm Beacons - Bluetooth BLE iBeacon (BC-U1-USB MultiBeacon) - USB Powered - Long Range BLE 5.0" brand: "blue charm beacons" price: "£37.19" currency: GBP in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/378463211-blue-charm-beacons-bluetooth-ble-ibeacon-bc-u1-usb-multibeacon store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Up to 90m BLE 5.0 range USB-powered, no battery hassle Customizable broadcast interval & TX power Blue Charm Beacons - Bluetooth BLE iBeacon (BC-U1-USB MultiBeacon) - USB Powered - Long Range BLE 5.0 **Brand:** blue charm beacons **Price:** £37.19 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Power your proximity game with Blue Charm Beacons — always on, always connected. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Blue Charm Beacons - Bluetooth BLE iBeacon (BC-U1-USB MultiBeacon) - USB Powered - Long Range BLE 5.0 by blue charm beacons - **How much does it cost?** £37.19 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/378463211-blue-charm-beacons-bluetooth-ble-ibeacon-bc-u1-usb-multibeacon) ## Best For - blue charm beacons enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted blue charm beacons brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Lightning-Fast Detection:** Adjustable 100ms broadcast interval ensures instant device recognition and rapid response. - • **Extended Bluetooth 5.0 Range:** Reach up to 90 meters with BLE 5.0, doubling the coverage of older BLE 4.0 devices. - • **Versatile Multi-Protocol Support:** Seamlessly broadcast iBeacon, Eddystone URL, UID, and TLM formats for maximum compatibility. - • **Effortless Customization & Control:** Free iOS and Android apps let you tailor UUID, TX power, intervals, and more with ease. - • **Uninterrupted Power, Zero Downtime:** USB-powered design eliminates battery anxiety and keeps your beacon broadcasting 24/7. ## Overview The Blue Charm Beacons BC-U1-USB MultiBeacon is a compact, USB-powered Bluetooth 5.0 iBeacon device designed for professional-grade proximity marketing and asset tracking. It supports multiple beacon protocols (iBeacon, Eddystone URL/UID/TLM), offers a configurable broadcast interval as low as 100ms, and transmits up to 90 meters. Compatible with all Bluetooth-capable smartphones and popular smart home platforms like Home Assistant, it eliminates battery concerns by drawing power directly from any USB-A port. Ideal for seamless, reliable beacon deployments in retail, events, and IoT environments. ## Description IMPORTANT NOTE: This item is NOT a USB dongle for connecting a bluetooth keyboard or speakers or other device to your computer. Please do NOT order this product unless you are actually looking for an iBeacon or Eddystone Beacon.Our newest USB powered beacon makes battery life a non-issue. In addition, because there is no battery to worry about, you can decrease the broadcast interval to 100ms to make it easier for phone/scanner to "see" and react to the broadcast very quickly.Does not include wall charger; compatible with any standard USB-A 5V wall charger or USB-A port on a computer or inside a vehicle.Transmit distance: 0.2-60 meters (BLE 5.0); 0.2-30 meters (BLE 4.0) Wide Range of TX settings. Long Range BLE 5.0 but also compatible with BLE 4.0 phones/scanners This unique Multi-Beacon broadcasts your choice of iBeacon, Eddystone TLM, Eddystone URL, and/or Eddystone UID format.Beacon name, UUID, TX broadcast strength, broadcast interval, major/minor, etc. are customizable via our free apps.Our website has very detailed step by step instructions and screenshots under the Quick Start Guide menu.Specifications: Transmission: iBeacon, Eddystone URL, and/or Eddystone UID format. BLE version: 4.0 and 5.0Battery size: none; USB-A powered; Does not include wall chargerSize: 22mm x 16mm x 6mm (approx. 55/64" x 5/8" x 15/64") Weight: 1.5 gramsWaterproofing: no Password: yes Wide TX Power range: select from -40, -20, -16, -12, -8, -4, 0, +4dBm Interval: adjustable from 100-10,000 milliseconds including optimal precise numbers such as 1022.5ms On/Off switch: noChip: nRF52810Transmit distance: 0.2-90 meters (BLE 5.0); 0.2-50 meters (BLE 4.0) Android app: yes This beacon is compatible with all bluetooth-capable smartphones as well as with our BLE beacon scanning gateway (Item BCG04). Works great with Home Assistant too. See our website for some sample projects using beacons with HA. (Under the "Ideas" menu at the top) iOS app: yes Feel free to ask if you have any questions or would like to order in bulk. ## Features - Our newest USB-powered beacon makes battery life a non-issue. In addition, because there is no battery to worry about, you can speed up the broadcast interval to 100ms to make it easier for phone/scanner to "see" and react to the broadcast very quickly. Does not include wall charger; compatible with any standard USB-A 5V wall charger or USB-A port on a computer or inside a vehicle. IMPORTANT NOTE: This item is NOT a USB dongle for connecting a bluetooth keyboard or speakers or other device to your computer. Please do NOT order this product unless you are actually looking for an iBeacon or Eddystone Beacon. - Broadcasts your choice of iBeacon, Eddystone TLM, Eddystone URL, and/or Eddystone UID format. Eddystone TLM can broadcast battery strength, temperature, and broadcast count data. - Free configuration apps for iPhone & Android allow you to adjust settings according to your needs. - Transmit distance: 0.2-60 meters when using BLE 5.0. Selectable TX levels: -40, -20, -16, -12, -8, -4, 0, +4dBm - Our website has very detailed step-by-step instructions with multiple screenshots under the Quick Start Guide menu. - This beacon is compatible with all bluetooth-capable smartphones as well as with our BLE beacon scanning gateway (Item BCG04). Works great with Home Assistant too. See our website for some sample projects using beacons with HA. (Under the "Usage Cases" menu at the top) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09FYNK94F | | Best Sellers Rank | #115 in Bluetooth Network Adapters | | Brand | Blue Charm Beacons | | Built-In Media | beacon | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Smartphone | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (21) | | Data Link Protocol | Bluetooth | | Hardware Interface | Bluetooth 5 | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 0.24"L x 0.87"W x 0.24"H | | Item Weight | 0.31 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Blue Charm Beacons | | Mfr Part Number | BC-U1 | | Model Number | BC-U1 | | UPC | 612637579196 | | Warranty Description | 30 days free returns | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Blue Charm Beacons - **Hardware interface:** Bluetooth 5 - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible devices:** Desktop - **Product dimensions:** 6L x 22W x 6H millimeters ## Images ![Blue Charm Beacons - Bluetooth BLE iBeacon (BC-U1-USB MultiBeacon) - USB Powered - Long Range BLE 5.0 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51FurgEq6-L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Hi. Is this product has an sdk for software developments?** A: This beacon broadcasts the standard iBeacon protocol, as well as two standard Eddystone formats (UID and URL). To build an app to work with beacons, all you need to use are the standard beacon libraries for Android and IPhone. No special SDK is needed. If you are interested in developing an app for configuring this beacon (we already offer a free app for that), you can contact us directly via our website for SDK links. **Q: Can this act as a trigger in HomeKit to automate things?** A: Yes, iBeacons can trigger automations but not directly using the Home app on iPhones. You need to use some other third-party app for this. One that I know of is called PushCut for iPhone. As with most of these third party apps, it still requires you to tap the screen to confirm the automation before it runs, e.g. "You have triggered an automation. Tap here to let it run"...something like that. Which takes away most of the fun of an automation. But PushCut also allows you to set up a spare iPhone or iPad or iMac to act as a "server" for your automations. That's just a fancy way of saying they use this server method to get around Apple's "user confirmation" requirement, so then your automations can run without any needed confirmation from you. I previously set up as a test automation so that when I walked into my office (which had a Blue Charm BC-U1 beacon installed and broadcasting), my phone would connect to the bluetooth speakers in the office and begin to play music from my selected playlist. When I left the office, it would turn off the music. It worked great, but you should double check with the documentation of PushCut to confirm this is still possible. Sometimes Apple adds "security restrictions", and apps like PushCut will lose some functionality for a while. There are quite a few other apps that can also do something similar, but I have not tested them all. You can find them by searching for "iBeacon automation" in the Apple App Store. ## Frequently Bought Together - Blue Charm Beacons - Bluetooth BLE iBeacon (BC-U1-USB MultiBeacon) - USB Powered - Long Range BLE 5.0 - Blue Charm Beacons - Bluetooth BLE iBeacon (BC021-MultiBeacon) with Movement Sensor - Long Range BLE 5.0 - Blue Charm Beacons - Long Range Phy (300m) Water-Resistant BLE iBeacon (BC04P-MultiBeacon) - w/Adjustable Movement Sensor --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/378463211-blue-charm-beacons-bluetooth-ble-ibeacon-bc-u1-usb-multibeacon](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/378463211-blue-charm-beacons-bluetooth-ble-ibeacon-bc-u1-usb-multibeacon) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-28*