iBeacon or Beacon, was the initial invention launched by Apple. On the other hand, Eddystone is launched against the iBeacon by Google. iBeacon and Eddystone are two different protocols for transmitting location-based information to nearby devices using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology. Here are the main differences between iBeacon and Eddystone: Protocol Owner: iBeacon is owned by Apple, while Eddystone is an open-source protocol developed by Google. Transmission format: iBeacon transmits a unique UUID, Major, and Minor identifier. Eddystone, on the other hand, offers three transmission formats: Eddystone-UID, Eddystone-EID, and Eddystone-URL. Compatibility: iBeacon was initially compatible with iOS and Android devices, while Eddystone is compatible with Android and iOS devices. Data transmission: iBeacon only transmits its unique identifier and signal strength, while Eddystone can transmit more types of data, including URLs, telemetry data, and beacons’ precise locations. App integration: iBeacon requires specific apps to receive and process the transmitted data. In contrast, Eddystone can use the Physical Web to broadcast URLs directly to a web browser, making it easier to access information without needing a specific app.