# Lobster grand remote control > Apple device remote control for Lobster tennis ball machines with custom drill creation. (iPhone/iPad app by Lobster Sports, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lobster-grand-remote-control/id601020875 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Lobster Sports, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/601020878) - Category: Sports, Health & Fitness - Price: Free - Rating: 2.50/5 from 14 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.2 · 8 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-02-20 - Data updated: 2026-06-11 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lobster-grand-remote-control/id601020875/reviews.md ## What is Lobster grand remote control? The Lobster grand remote control allows for use of an Apple Watch, iPhone, iPod, or iPad to command every feature of the Lobster grand or phenom tennis ball machines, plus depending on the model, you can create, alter, save or delete drills. On the grand five, grand five le and phenom two, players can create up to 12 custom court drills consisting of six sequential shots with each shot programmed to one of up to 18 possible locations on the court. From there, user can assign an independent ball speed, ball spin, and ball feed rate for each shot within the custom drill and then save it. The options are endless! A set-up guide can be downloaded from the app or from lobstersports.com (on the grand remote for Apple page). The Lobster grand remote control app only works with a grand or phenom machine which has the remote for Apple wi-fi receiver installed. To upgrade your machine, please contact Lobster Sports at 800.526.4041. ## Key features - Control all machine features - Create custom drills - Save and alter drills - Program shot sequences - Assign ball speed, spin, and feed rate - Compatible with Apple Watch, iPhone, iPod, iPad ## Recent user reviews (8 of 8) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lobster-grand-remote-control/id601020875/reviews.md ### 3/5 — The apps need a major update *2024-09-04* The app works to control the ball machine. But the UI is very old and not updated for larger displays. The biggest issue with the phone app is that the phone sleeps and disconnects. They relied on an old iOS feature that is no longer supported. But a simple update to the app to call a newer API would fix this. The Apple Watch app should be updated to always be running and in front. SwingVision does this on their iPhone and Apple Watch app. The whole editing, save and retrieve of stored sequences should have UI improvements and be easier to use. I love the ball machine but the app needs work. I’ve offered to work with Lobster to fix the app but have received no responses. ### 1/5 — Stopped working after iOS 13 *2021-11-12, version 4.2* Please update the app or open source it so it will work with iOS 14 and 15. ### 1/5 — Dialog boxes are black *2021-08-08* Need to update app Dialog boxes are blank with no text displayed in the dialog box ### 1/5 — Completely broken *2021-04-22* Connects to lobster wifi but app can't connect on iPhone or watch. For 300$ add on this is a complete joke and I'll be getting a refund ### 1/5 — Check out the Playmate Tennis App *2018-12-31* Living off the great past. Unwilling or unable to move to the future. The ball machine is good for feeding balls. But it could do so much more if they created firmware that really made it great. You have manual mode - use it to recreate on shot. Now try program that exact shot into a drill. All the controls are taken away and the “machine does it for you” but it does it terribly so there is no way to really program a sequence into the machine. The playmate machine can but costs a lot more. —- FOR THE LOVE OF TENNIS PLEASE UPDATE THIS APP!!! 1. You can't find the app if you search for lobster tennis ball machine app or similar. 2. Can't build a library of shots and then just assemble the ones you want. 3. The ball machine is good at spitting out single balls / double lines etc but almost impossible to program as their 3 row approach means you lose control about how you get a ball to a certain location line drive? Lob? Etc. it chooses the "how" for you. -- PlayMate Tennis has created an amazing app. Wish I had gone with them instead of Lobster. This app is poorly made in comparison and lacks a lot of features. -- Earlier review (still stands) You have to pay $499 for a remote and iPhone remote so you would expect this to be amazing. But it is not: 1. Does not connect quickly and if the phone turns off it is quicker to quit the app and then wait and then reopen the app and hope it works. It often does not and you have to repeat the process. 2. The remote does not have all the controls that the back panel does. 3. You cannot build up a huge library of drills on your phone and then load up the ones you want. They should look at how PlayMate does their app - includes video of the drill and you can create a big library of plays and load up what you want. The app feels amateurish and needs a total redesign. ### 1/5 — Nothing working since update *2018-10-05* I have updated the new lobster app and nothing is working at all. My remote no longer works. Please help! ### 3/5 — iOS app works, not the watchOS app *2017-03-31* The iOS app works great but the watchOS app doesn't seem to work at all. I can't figure what's wrong. It doesn't seem to respond to any input. ### 1/5 — Remote doesn't work *2014-01-13* This remote app. Doesn't work ## Frequently asked questions about Lobster grand remote control ### Does Lobster grand remote control have ads? No, Lobster grand remote control does not contain advertisements. The app is completely free to download and use without any ad interruptions. ### What devices is Lobster grand remote control compatible with? Lobster grand remote control is compatible with Apple Watch, iPhone, iPod, and iPad devices. It requires a compatible Lobster machine with the remote for Apple Wi-Fi receiver installed. ### How many custom drills can I create with Lobster grand remote control? On compatible models like the grand five, grand five le, and phenom two, you can create up to 12 custom court drills. Each drill can consist of six sequential shots. ### What is the age rating for Lobster grand remote control? Lobster grand remote control has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages. ### When was Lobster grand remote control last updated? The latest version of Lobster grand remote control, version 4.2, was last updated on October 25, 2019. The app was originally released on February 20, 2013. ### How do I set up Lobster grand remote control? A set-up guide can be downloaded directly from the app or from lobstersports.com on the grand remote for Apple page. Ensure your Lobster machine has the remote for Apple Wi-Fi receiver installed. ### What is the user rating for Lobster grand remote control? Lobster grand remote control has an average rating of 2.5 stars based on 14 ratings. This suggests a mixed user reception. ### Can I use Lobster grand remote control with any tennis ball machine? No, Lobster grand remote control only works with a grand or phenom machine that has the remote for Apple Wi-Fi receiver installed. For machines that do not have this receiver, you may need to contact Lobster Sports to upgrade. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.2 — 2019-10-25 Updated for iOS 13. ### 4.1 — 2018-09-13 Improved controls and functionality, updated design and compatibility with the latest iOS. ### 4.0 — 2016-12-19 Now available for Apple Watch. ### 3.0 — 2015-02-26 Updated appearance. Changed maximum number of user programmable custom drills from 6 to 12 when using the Grand Five model ball machine. ### 2.0 — 2013-05-24 To develop Custom Drills, you no longer need your device to be connected to the machine. 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