iRV Technologies Remote vs JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iRV Technologies Remote
Control your iRV Technologies devices remotely. Adjust audio zones, volume, and mute settings. Manage DVD and AM/FM functions, and switch modes for your entertainment system.
- Support for all iRV devices
- Set audio zones (1, 2, 3, Z3)
- Adjust volume and mute
- DVD controls
- AM/FM controls
- Audio controls and music player integration
- Switching modes and power off
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iRV Technologies Remote -Support all iRV devices. -Set Zone Audio: 1, 2, 3, Z3. -Adjust volume and Set Mute. -DVD Controls. -AM/FM Controls. -Audio Controls, Can open system music player. -Switching Mode, Power off.
JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK
Manage and monitor your RV's features remotely through a mobile application. Control lighting, HVAC, slide-outs, and monitor tank levels, temperatures, and battery voltage. Designed for specific North American RV brands, it offers a user-friendly interface for convenient RV management.
- Monitor water tanks, temperatures, propane, tire pressure, battery
- Control lighting, slide-outs, awnings, HVAC, generators
- User-friendly mobile interface
- Bluetooth and cloud connectivity
- Scalable system with SmartConnect sensors
- DIY sensor installation
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JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK powered by BMPRO is an RV control and monitoring system for easy management of RV features via an app on your own device. It is specifically designed to work with the North American RVs such as JAYCO, Highland Ridge and Starcraft – check your RV specifications to ensure your vehicle is compatible with this app. JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK powered by BMPRO brings all the important controls and monitoring functions of the RV to a mobile device via Bluetooth and via cloud. Control and monitor an RV with confidence and ease from the palm of your hand and enjoy the following JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK powered by BMPRO features*: • Monitor - water tanks, temperatures, propane levels, tire pressure, battery voltages and more • Control - lighting, slide-outs, awnings, HVAC, generators and more • Interact with RV via user-friendly, easy to understand app on your own device • Multiple communication protocols, including Bluetooth and RVIA industry standard RV-C CAN bus. JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK on board your RV is flexible and scalable – it is easy to add features and sensors to expand your system through the addition of SmartConnect Bluetooth sensors. Available through RV Dealerships, SmartConnect sensors enable you to monitor propane levels, tire pressure and internal temperatures. The SmartConnect sensors are a DIY installation. JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK powered by BMPRO system is co-designed and manufactured by BMPRO, a company with years of experience in the RV industry. BMPRO is one of the pioneers of using digital platforms in RVs with one of the world’s largest install bases of smart power management systems. *App capabilities vary depending on your RV model.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: iRV Technologies Remote at free against JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK's free with in-app purchases. iRV Technologies Remote also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 15 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.1 for iRV Technologies Remote against 2.0 for JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 59 and 161 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 9% of iRV Technologies Remote's written reviews are positive against 7% of JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK's.
iRV Technologies Remote ships an update every 15 months, JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iRV Technologies Remote | JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.1 (59 ratings) — better | 2.0 (161 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 9.3% of reviews — better | 7.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 59 | 161 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Patrick Industries, INC. | BM PRO |
Customer experience
iRV Technologies Remote
JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK
User reviews
iRV Technologies Remote
From 59 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Works as a remote
- 👍 Can control volume and zones
- 👍 Connects to radio easily
- 👍 Useful for outdoor speakers
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequently loses connection
- 🐛 No feedback on settings
- 🐛 Limited functionality
- 🐛 Poor user interface
- 🐛 Difficult navigation
JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK
From 161 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 💡 Smart home-like control capabilities (lights, AC, slides from distance)
- 📊 Accurate sensor readings for temperature and tank levels
- 🔌 Convenient remote access when working properly
- ⚡ Bluetooth connectivity works reasonably well when in close proximity
- 🎯 Useful for pre-cooling/heating RV before arrival
Room to improve
- 🐛 Extremely unreliable and inconsistent performance
- ⏱️ Long Bluetooth connection delays (10-15+ seconds)
- ☁️ Cloud connection frequently fails or doesn't work
- 🔌 App requires constant proximity to RV for reliable control
- 📱 Lacks background app refresh and push notifications
Bugs and requests
iRV Technologies Remote
Reported bugs
55 issues- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- Connection drops frequently
- App does not play music from iPhone via Bluetooth
- App redirects to Apple Music for streaming
- App lags and does not respond to controls
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- App does not connect to newer iPhones
- App loses connection intermittently
- App does not provide feedback on user actions
- App is not updated
- App is incompatible with specific models (e.g., 6500BT)
- App does not show station information
- App does not indicate selected mode or speaker status
- App fails to connect to the stereo
- App shows connected but features are unusable
- App does not have remote control features like directional arrows
- App remote functionality does not work
- App does not connect via Bluetooth
- App does not see the iRV unit
- App cannot control power or stations
- App remote control is intermittent
- App signal strength is poor at a distance
- App is barely functional
- App has poor user experience
- App only reliably turns the unit on/off
- App is poorly laid out
- App does not work with iRV29 radio
- App is overly simplistic
- App does not indicate speaker status
- App does not show selected mode without manual check
- App and radio system have numerous issues
- App does not allow remote setting adjustments
- App is barebones and performs minimal functions
- App lacks a help section
- App requires trial and error to use
- App zone buttons do not visually indicate active status
- App Z3 button function is unclear
- App has never worked on travel trailers
- App music connection is limited to Apple Music
- App does not allow streaming from other services
- App remote control is not an adequate replacement for a physical remote
- App does not play music over Bluetooth
- App remote control cannot find paired iPhones
- App disconnects and lags frequently
- App has limited connectivity and poor quality
- App works only occasionally
- App remote functionality does not work for specific models
- App is worse than useless for certain models
- App cannot be activated remotely (ON-OFF)
- App is buggy and lacks practical use case development
- App falls short of commercial standards
- App developer website is inaccessible
- App shows connection but features are non-functional
- App does not connect via Bluetooth
- App cannot be found via Bluetooth
- App is junk and worthless
Requested features
39 requests- Ability to set time presets
- Feedback on current settings
- More functionality than included remote
- Play music from iPhone via BT
- Intuitive interface
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- Improved navigation
- Better accessibility
- Work with new iPhones
- Consistent connectivity
- Feedback on actions
- Ability to stream Spotify or other apps
- Control DVD menus
- Control subtitles in movies
- Show volume level on screen
- Show station frequency on screen
- Indication on screen of speaker zones on/off
- Control for third zone
- Indication on screen of selected mode
- Show radio stations (FM/AM) on app
- Indicate FM/AM band on radio mode
- Allow assignment of music/streaming apps
- Copy features from Jensen app
- Show actual radio station when scanning
- Improve remote functionality
- Add directional arrows to remote interface
- Include all necessary remote features
- Make app look like a controller
- Ensure RVs come with remotes
- Make app work with 6500 series
- Full remote functionality for 6500 series
- Show FM/AM station on app
- Allow remote ON-OFF activation
- Improve testing and bug resolution
- Develop from practical use cases
- Update app to commercial standards
- Provide developer support website
- Show speaker zone status
- Clarify Z3 button function
- Improve signal range
JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK
Reported bugs
17 issues- Firmware update fails and gets stuck in update loop
- App freezes and requires force restart
- Bluetooth connection takes excessive time to establish
- Cloud connection drops or fails to connect
- Controls don't respond or respond inconsistently
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- Awning extend/retract stops and starts repeatedly
- HVAC system changes settings without user input
- TPMS alerts don't work on iPhone devices
- Tank sensors read inaccurately (always full/empty)
- App crashes when closing or in background
- Button presses register as scrolls, breaking functionality
- Leveling motor communication errors
- Generator won't turn off via app
- Temperature sensors show reversed readings (inside/outside swapped)
- App locks up when using cloud features
- Tablet control panel becomes unresponsive
- Notifications persist even after issues are resolved
Requested features
13 requests- Background app refresh and push notifications for critical alerts
- CarPlay and Android Auto integration
- Multi-user simultaneous connection support
- Physical backup switches for essential functions
- Ability to label propane tanks and other sensors
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- Improved button responsiveness and UI design
- Notification clearing after issues are resolved
- Audible/visible alerts for temperature warnings
- Generator auto-off functionality
- Ability to skip or defer firmware updates
- Comprehensive instruction manual
- Better iPad/tablet UI design (not just iPhone port)
- Improved tank sensor accuracy and calibration
In-app purchases
iRV Technologies Remote
No in-app purchases
JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK
No in-app purchases
Questions
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