# Cyclops 1.0 vs Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

The clearest difference is rating: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® at 4.0 against Cyclops 1.0's 1.7. Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® also leads on ratings volume (615 vs 11) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Cyclops 1.0's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cyclops 1.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® has 615 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Cyclops 1.0's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s.

Cyclops 1.0 ships an update every 3 months, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cyclops 1.0 | Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclops-10/id1262333636/reviews) | **[4.0 (615 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-remote-for-gopro/id1553411394/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **615** |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | **20.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 86 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CYCLOPS GEAR LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/604319288) | [Harald Meyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/389514018) |

## What reviewers say

### Cyclops 1.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclops-10/id1262333636)

Control your Wi-Fi camera remotely to live stream, capture photos and videos, and apply effects. Download edited content to your device and share it on social media.

**Highlights:** Live camera stream preview, Trigger photo and video capture, Apply effects to media, Download media to device, Share edited files on social media, Format camera SD card

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-remote-for-gopro/id1553411394)

Control multiple GoPro cameras simultaneously using low energy Bluetooth. Start/stop recording, tag moments, manage settings, and monitor camera status remotely. Offers advanced features like live preview and media download for enhanced shooting experiences.

**Highlights:** Start/stop recording via Bluetooth, Tag moments, Set camera date and time, Power off camera, Locate camera, Show camera state, Control multiple cameras simultaneously

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Activate all features | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app to control GoPro cameras
- 👍 Reliable connection and control
- 💡 Useful features like spot metering

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🤔 Confusing setup and instructions
- 💰 Paywall for full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work with older GoPro models
- Live preview lags or doesn't work
- Unexpected charges or billing issues

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app for remote control
- Ability to rename cameras
- Improved UI and organization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cyclops 1.0 free?

Cyclops 1.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® free?

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cyclops 1.0 or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is rated higher. Cyclops 1.0 averages 1.7 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® averages 4.0 from 615 ratings.

### Do Cyclops 1.0 or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® have ads?

Neither Cyclops 1.0 nor Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cyclops 1.0 or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?

Cyclops 1.0 ships an update every 3 months, and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cyclops 1.0 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*