Comparison

HP Support Assistant vs Firebolt Connect

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

Head to head
About

HP Support Assistant

Easily maintain your HP PCs and printers and resolve issues with support notifications, device status, and guided assistance. Troubleshoot common problems, monitor device health, and find replacement parts.

Highlights
  • Guided troubleshooters
  • Virtual Agent for problem-solving
  • Device status monitoring
  • Support contact options
  • Service Center Locator
  • Order replacement parts
Features
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Get the most out of your HP PCs and printers using HP Support Assistant Mobile. With HP Support Assistant Mobile, it’s easy to maintain your PCs and printers and resolve problems with support notifications, device status, and guided assistance. HP Support Assistant Mobile makes it easier than ever to own and use your PCs and printers. Key Features: • Need help? Use our guided troubleshooters or the new Virtual Agent* to solve common problems like a slow computer or audio issues. • When a little more hands-on help is required, choose from a variety of contact options in the Support section including the new Service Center Locator*. • Monitor device details ranging from the ink levels on your printer to the battery, storage, and security health of your PCs. • Need more ink or a new hard drive? Get links to order replacement parts and receive shipment updates* in the app. * Available in selected countries * Not recommended for iPads

About

Firebolt Connect

Features
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Firebolt Connect uses your phone's Bluetooth to communicate with Firebolt Connect compatible LED signage. Use Firebolt Connect to: Pair with nearby Firebolt Connect electronic signage Read and push messages to connected signs Set scrolling speed, content, and sign settings

Screenshots

HP Support Assistant4 screens
Firebolt Connect2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Firebolt Connect at 9.0 against HP Support Assistant's 15.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HP Support Assistant ships an update every 4 months, Firebolt Connect every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
HP Support Assistant versus Firebolt Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHP Support AssistantFirebolt Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (238 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews6.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings238 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.19.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB11 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHP Inc.Firebolt Group Inc.

Bugs and requests

HP Support Assistant

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to add devices
  • Freezing and crashing issues
  • Incompatibility with certain devices
  • Unreliable connectivity
  • Outdated information and features

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improve virtual assistant capabilities
  • Provide better troubleshooting guidance
  • Simplify setup and connectivity processes
  • Offer more self-help resources
  • Improve integration with other HP apps

Firebolt Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

HP Support Assistant

No in-app purchases

None

Firebolt Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HP Support Assistant free?
HP Support Assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Firebolt Connect free?
Firebolt Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HP Support Assistant or Firebolt Connect have ads?
Neither HP Support Assistant nor Firebolt Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HP Support Assistant or Firebolt Connect?
HP Support Assistant ships an update every 4 months, and Firebolt Connect every 3 months. Most recently, HP Support Assistant was updated on November 2, 2026 and Firebolt Connect on November 5, 2026.

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