Comparison

Traxxas Flight Link vs LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Traxxas Flight Link

This application wirelessly connects to a compatible drone via Bluetooth to provide real-time flight data and allow for easy adjustment of various drone settings. Users can monitor speed, altitude, battery status, and customize flight modes and geofence parameters through an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Wireless Bluetooth connectivity
  • Real-time telemetry data (speed, altitude, battery)
  • Adjustable flight modes (Film, Sport, Expert)
  • Geofence and flight ceiling settings
  • LED lighting control
  • Intuitive graphical user interface
Features
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Only Traxxas could develop an app that lets you experience Aton to its fullest potential. Traxxas Flight Link connects wirelessly to Aton and your transmitter via Bluetooth® Smart technology transforming your Apple® iOS device into a powerful, easy-to-use tool. Traxxas Flight Link can be used to monitor and tune your Aton letting you exploit the built-in features and get the most fun out of Aton as possible. Everything can be done simply from your iOS device without having to waste time navigating through confusing menu screens. Simply touch and drag the sliders on the screen to fine-tune your settings. Traxxas Flight Link is easy to use and takes all the guesswork out of making adjustments. This powerful app gives you complete control over operation and tuning of Aton with an intuitive, high-definition graphical user interface. The Dashboard screen lets you see live data from Aton. This includes speed, altitude, latitude and longitude coordinates, and battery status.* View the Flight Ready status and connection from the Home screen. Access Aton’s settings via the Controls/Settings button. Here you will find adjustments for Film, Sport, and Expert Modes, the Geofence radius and ceiling limits, Return to Home Altitude, calibration for Aton, turn lighting on/off, and access the transmitter settings. From within the Traxxas Flight Link app you can receive update notifications, visit Traxxas.com, or check out the Support page if you have a question. Traxxas Flight Link is a hassle-free app with no crazy menus or random buttons. This is a clean, easy-to-use app that allows everyone to unlock the full potential of Aton and adjust the settings to their own flying needs. • View telemetry information – Speed, Altitude, and coordinate information* • Check Flight Ready Status – Check battery levels, and verify GPS and radio connections • Adjust Film Mode Speed – Fine-tune your settings by simply touching and dragging the sliders on the screen • Navigate the Transmitter Menu Tree – Easily navigate the transmitter settings with a full-color graphical user interface • Adjust LED Settings – Turn the LEDs on or off from your device • Adjust Rates – Tune how fast and responsive Aton is in Sport and Expert modes • Set the Geofence Radius – Designate virtual boundaries for Aton • Set the Flight Ceiling (Maximum Altitude) – Set a vertical flight limit • Monitor Battery Status – See how much charge is left in your battery* Updates coming in Early 2016: • FPV Framing View • 3-Axis Gimbal Control • Headless Mode Operation *This information is communicated within a 100 ft. radius of the user.

About

LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+

Enhance your LEGO Technic building experience with realistic driving controls and interactive features. Engage in challenges, unlock achievements, and enjoy authentic sound effects for a new level of play.

Highlights
  • Realistic multi-function control mode
  • One-touch screen control schemes
  • Challenges and achievements
  • Unlockable badges
  • Inspiring videos
  • Authentic sound effects
  • Real-time data
Features
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"Take your LEGO® Technic™ experience to a new level of awesome realism: • Get a uniquely designed experience for each LEGO Technic CONTROL+ model. • Drive your models with razor-sharp realism with the multi-function control mode. • Try alternative control schemes with the one-touch screen. • Test your handling skills, complete challenges, unlock badges and watch inspiring videos in Challenges & Achievements mode. • Enjoy authentic sound effects, controls, features and functions – plus real-time data. Here are some models you can connect to the CONTROL+ app... • LEGO Technic Batmobile™ Tumbler (42239) • LEGO Technic Lamborghini Revuelto Super Sports Car (42214) • LEGO Technic Porsche GT4 e-Performance Race Car (42176) • LEGO Technic Off-Road Buggy (42124) • LEGO Technic 6x6 Volvo Articulated Hauler (42114) • LEGO Technic App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car (42109) • LEGO Technic Liebherr R 9800 (42100) • LEGO Technic 4X4 X-Treme Off-Roader (42099) … and the list keeps growing! (Remember that each of these sets is sold separately.) Every model gets its own unique CONTROL+ experience. Whether it’s a rally car, a 4X4, or even a six-wheeler – and whether it has a boom, an arm, or a bucket – you’ll be able to command it with incredible precision and realism. Is your device compatible? Please go to LEGO.com/devicecheck to check if your device is compatible. Ask your parents’ permission before going online. For app support, contact LEGO Consumer Service. For contact details, refer to http://service.LEGO.com/contactus The Dark Knight Trilogy and all related characters and elements are © & ™ DC and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. The “Lamborghini” and “Lamborghini Bull and Shield” trademarks, copyrights, designs and models are used under license from Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A, Italy. © 2025 Gameloft. All Rights Reserved. All manufacturers, cars, names, brands and associated imagery are trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. Porsche GT4 e-Performance under license of Porsche AG. BBC logo™ and © BBC 1996. Top Gear logo™ and © BBC 2005. Licensed by BBC Studios. “Liebherr” is a trademark of Liebherr-International AG, used under license by LEGO System A/S. The Volvo trademarks (word and device) are registered trademarks of Volvo Trademark Holding AB and are used pursuant to a license. We will utilize your personal information to manage your account and review anonymized data to provide a safe, contextualized and excellent LEGO experience. You can learn more here: https://www.LEGO.com/privacy-policy - https://www.LEGO.com/legal/notices-and-policies/terms-of-use-for-lego-apps/ Our privacy policy and terms of use for apps are accepted if you download this app. LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2025 The LEGO Group."

Screenshots

Traxxas Flight Link1 screens
LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ at 4.7 against Traxxas Flight Link's 3.6. LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 29%) and ratings volume (9.3K vs 17). Traxxas Flight Link's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ has 9.3K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Traxxas Flight Link's written reviews are positive against 69% of LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Traxxas Flight Link ships an update every 8 months, LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Traxxas Flight Link versus LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTraxxas Flight LinkLEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (17 ratings)4.7 (9.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews69.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings179.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB2.0 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTraxxasLEGO

Customer experience

Traxxas Flight Link

All ratings16 ratings
Positive56.3%
Neutral18.8%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral28.6%
Negative42.9%

LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+

All ratings9,297 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews529 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral12.3%
Negative18.5%

Bugs and requests

Traxxas Flight Link

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App gets stuck in firmware update loop
  • Incorrect motor activation during calibration
  • Bluetooth connection randomly drops
  • Steering and throttle controls are swapped
  • App crashes when losing a battle race

Requested features

5 requests
  • Custom control profiles for user-built models
  • Support for MFi controllers
  • Ability to edit saved movements
  • Configurable control schemes
  • Improved firmware update process

In-app purchases

None

Traxxas Flight Link

No in-app purchases

None

LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Traxxas Flight Link free?
Traxxas Flight Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ free?
LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Traxxas Flight Link or LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+?
LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ is rated higher. Traxxas Flight Link averages 3.6 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ averages 4.7 from 9.3K ratings.
Do Traxxas Flight Link or LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ have ads?
Neither Traxxas Flight Link nor LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Traxxas Flight Link or LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+?
Traxxas Flight Link ships an update every 8 months, and LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ every 2 months. Most recently, Traxxas Flight Link was updated on October 24, 2026 and LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ on October 28, 2026.

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