# Camera Connect & Control vs Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

Camera Connect & Control and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 47% of Camera Connect & Control's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s. Camera Connect & Control also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Camera Connect & Control sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for Camera Connect & Control against 4.0 for Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 725 and 609 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 47% of Camera Connect & Control's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s.

Camera Connect & Control ships an update monthly, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Camera Connect & Control | Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (725 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-connect-and-control/id1457548017/reviews) | **[4.0 (609 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-remote-for-gopro/id1553411394/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **725** | 609 |
| Positive reviews | **46.5% of reviews** | 20.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rupert Kurka](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457548016) | [Harald Meyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/389514018) |

## What reviewers say

### Camera Connect & Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-connect-and-control/id1457548017)

Seamlessly connect your DSLR or WiFi camera to your smartphone. View, share, and download photos directly from your camera. Offers remote capture, live view control, and advanced features like focus bracketing and bulb capture.

**Highlights:** View camera photos in a grid, Quick JPG and RAW file loading, Direct photo sharing to other apps, Download files to phone, Remote capture, Live view camera control, Focus bracketing and bulb capture

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CCC Pro - Monthly subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| CCC Pro - Yearly subscription | $12.99 | per year |
| 3 day Trial | Free | one-time |
| CCC Lite - One time purchase | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $24.99 | one-time |
| CCC Pro - One time purchase | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great with Nikon and Canon cameras
- 👍 Useful for astrophotography and remote shooting
- 🚀 Reliable connection and file transfer
- 👍 Helpful for focus stacking and intervalometer
- 👍 Good value for the price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unstable Wi-Fi connection and frequent disconnects
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with certain camera models
- 🐛 Blurry or low-quality image downloads
- 🔋 High battery drain on cameras
- 👎 Confusing or lacking instructions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes during use
- Unable to connect to camera or transfer files
- Paid features not working as expected
- Deleted photos not recoverable

**Requested features**

- Add support for more camera models
- Improve Wi-Fi stability and reliability
- Allow direct USB connection for faster transfers
- Implement a more user-friendly interface
- Provide better documentation and troubleshooting guides


### 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 Camera Connect & Control free?

Camera Connect & Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Camera Connect & Control or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is rated higher. Camera Connect & Control averages 3.9 out of 5 from 725 ratings, while Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® averages 4.0 from 609 ratings.

### Do Camera Connect & Control or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® have ads?

Neither Camera Connect & Control nor Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Camera Connect & Control or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?

Camera Connect & Control ships an update monthly, and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Most recently, Camera Connect & Control was updated on September 24, 2026 and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® on September 24, 2026.

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