# PIEPS — App for beacons & more

> Configure, update, and test PIEPS/Black Diamond avalanche transceivers; train rescue skills. (iPhone/iPad app by Pieps GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pieps/id1148014050 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pieps GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1148014049)
- Category: Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 1,016 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 46 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese
- Released: 2016-11-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pieps/id1148014050/reviews.md

## What is PIEPS?

- Configure your PIEPS or Black Diamond device according to your preferences.
- Check the functionality of your PIEPS or Black Diamond device
- Update your PIEPS or Black Diamond device to the latest firmware.
- Train your emergency rescue skills. Use your phone as a remote control.
- Register your PIEPS or Black Diamond device to get additional services

## Key features

- Device configuration
- Functionality check
- Firmware updates
- Rescue skills training
- Remote control functionality
- Device registration

## What do users think of PIEPS?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient app updates
- 🚀 Quick Bluetooth connection
- 👍 Functional, well-designed app

**Cons**

- 🐛 Bluetooth connection issues
- 🐛 App login/registration problems
- 🐛 App not working on certain devices
- 🔋 Battery compartment design issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App home screen going blank
- Incompatibility with certain beacon models

**Most requested features**

- Support for more languages (e.g. Russian, Japanese)
- Improved security for app login/registration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pieps/id1148014050/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super Gut

*2024-11-22, version 4.7.0*

In der letzten Saison auf einer Fortbildung zum Lawinengefahr Management ausprobiert und als hervorragend bewertet!

### 4/5 — Updates on Jet Force

*2024-03-06, version 4.5.4*

Took at least six or seven attempts to connect Bluetooth to JetForce. Had to tap five times very quickly in order for it to work and download the upgrade to the software.

### 3/5 — Why sign up?

*2024-01-20, version 4.5.0*

Why sign up?

### 4/5 — Artva Pieps

*2023-12-15, version 4.5.0*

È un ottimo prodotto, di facile utilizzo e non soffre troppo le interferenze di altre apparecchiature elettroniche.
Due difetti:
1) il vano per le batterie non è molto comodo con il sistema a vite. Sarebbe molto meglio un sistema a pressione;
2) il comando a scorrimento non resta bloccato nonostante la sicura. Questo purtroppo è un grave difetto.
Grazie

### 5/5 — アップデートが家で出来る

*2023-11-05, version 4.3.1*

お店に行かずともアップデートができるのは良い。

### 1/5 — Another recall, lol

*2023-03-26, version 4.1.0*

PIEPS: Problematic Incompetence Eroding Public Safety

### 5/5 — Good app

*2023-03-23, version 4.1.0*

Easy to use connection to Avalanche transceiver

### 5/5 — Einfach zu bedienen

*2023-02-25, version 4.0.4*

Am Schreibtisch innerhalb von 5 Min neues Gerät registriert und Softwareupdate durchgeführt. 
Kleiner Bedenkenpunkt: Ich hoffe nicht, dass ich - sollte ich im Notfall die App brauchen (was auch eher unwahrscheinlich ist), wäre dann in dieser Stressituation  die Eingabe  von Passwort und Anmeldename sehr kritisch.

### 5/5 — Не хватает

*2022-12-20, version 4.0.4*

Русского языка

### 5/5 — Mitico PIEPS

*2022-12-18, version 4.0.4*

Fantastico, leggero, piccolo, comodo, interattivo, aggiornabile … TOP

## Frequently asked questions about PIEPS

### What does the PIEPS app do?

The PIEPS app allows you to configure your PIEPS or Black Diamond avalanche transceiver to your preferences. It also enables you to check the functionality of your device, update its firmware to the latest version, and register your device for additional services.

### Can I use the app to train for avalanche rescues?

Yes, the app includes features to train your emergency rescue skills. You can use your phone as a remote control to simulate rescue scenarios and practice your response.

### Is the PIEPS app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to download and use. There are no mentions of subscription fees or in-app purchases.

### What devices are compatible with the PIEPS app?

The app is designed for PIEPS or Black Diamond avalanche transceivers. Specific compatibility details for device models and operating systems would typically be found in the app store listing.

### What are the main benefits of using the PIEPS app?

The main benefits include personalized device configuration, ensuring your transceiver is functioning correctly with firmware updates, and enhancing your avalanche rescue preparedness through training simulations.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.4.7 — 2026-08-18

This update includes general performance improvements and minor bug fixes.

### 5.1.3 — 2026-02-04

Fixed language selection for Schwiizertüütsch.

### 5.1.1 — 2026-01-09

General Improvements

### 5.1.0 — 2025-12-23

ART6 Station training mode

### 5.0.4 — 2025-11-26

Minor improvements

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-20.*
