Comparison

BuWizz vs LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+

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

Head to head
About

BuWizz

This application enables remote control of LEGO models using a specialized brick. It connects via Bluetooth, offering enhanced speed and power for your creations. Control multiple motors and lights simultaneously for complex builds.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Controls up to 4 motors/LEDs
  • Programmable RGB LEDs (3.0 Pro)
  • Supports Power Functions and Powered UP
  • Control multiple bricks simultaneously
  • Fast USB-C charging (3.0 Pro)
Features
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A compact, high performance remote control system for LEGO® models. This app controls the BuWizz brick. BuWizz remote control brick, paired with your smartphone, is the coolest thing that ever clicked into your LEGO® Technic model or train. Operating via Bluetooth and working within a large range, your models will move faster than ever and exhibit the power of real RC models. BuWizz 2.0 brick comes equipped with embedded battery and a Micro-USB charging port. A single BuWizz brick controls up to four LEGO® Power Functions motors or LED lights and is super easy to setup and use. The new BuWizz 3.0 Pro can control 4 Powered UP (PU) motors or sensors plus 2 Power functions motors. It has four programmable RGB LED lights and fast USB-C charging. The BuWizz App can control several BuWizz bricks at the same time in case you ever really want to build that monster model with a bunch of motors and lights you are dreaming about. For more details about BuWizz brick visit: http://buwizz.com Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of The LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse us or this product in any way.

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

BuWizz3 screens
LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ at 4.8 against BuWizz's 3.9. LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 43%) and ratings volume (9.3K vs 38). BuWizz's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ has 9.3K ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of BuWizz's written reviews are positive against 69% of LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BuWizz ships an update every 3 months, LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on July 8, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BuWizz versus LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBuWizzLEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (38 ratings)4.8 (9.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews69.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings389.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB2.0 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBuWizzLEGO

Customer experience

BuWizz

All ratings38 ratings
Positive76.3%
Neutral2.6%
Negative21.1%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral11.9%
Negative45.2%

LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+

All ratings9,253 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews526 reviews
Positive69.0%
Neutral12.4%
Negative18.6%

Bugs and requests

BuWizz

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

BuWizz

No in-app purchases

None

LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BuWizz free?
BuWizz 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, BuWizz or LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+?
LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ is rated higher. BuWizz averages 3.9 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ averages 4.8 from 9.3K ratings.
Do BuWizz or LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ have ads?
Neither BuWizz nor LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BuWizz or LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+?
BuWizz ships an update every 3 months, and LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ every 2 months. Most recently, BuWizz was updated on July 8, 2026 and LEGO® TECHNIC® CONTROL+ on September 25, 2026.

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