# HollyView vs Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

The clearest difference is rating: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® at 4.0 against HollyView's 2.4. Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® also leads on ratings volume (616 vs 74). HollyView's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® has 616 ratings behind it against 74, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of HollyView's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s.

HollyView ships an update monthly, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HollyView | Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (74 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hollyview/id1460631425/reviews) | **[4.0 (616 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-remote-for-gopro/id1553411394/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 74 | **616** |
| Positive reviews | 14.7% of reviews | **20.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 162 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [深圳市昊一源科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1460631424) | [Harald Meyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/389514018) |

## What reviewers say

### HollyView

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hollyview/id1460631425)

This app facilitates real-time wireless video transmission for monitoring and analysis. It allows users to doodle on images, record and share videos, and manage device firmware and diagnostics.

**Highlights:** Real-time monitoring, Image analysis, Photo doodling, Video recording, Firmware updates, Device diagnostics

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works for some users
- 👍 Good for client viewing
- 👍 Reliable with older versions
- 👍 Fast connection (sometimes)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App frequently crashes
- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🐛 Black screen on mobile
- 🐛 Updates break functionality
- 🐛 Poor device compatibility

**Reported bugs**

- App not recognizing phone/iPad connection
- No feed when manually connecting
- App only works on older devices
- Black screen on iPad/Mac
- App won't connect after update

**Requested features**

- Make auto brightness optional
- Hide iOS application bar
- True display out support
- Add remember serial number feature
- Allow deleting preset LUTs


### 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 HollyView free?

HollyView 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, HollyView or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is rated higher. HollyView averages 2.4 out of 5 from 74 ratings, while Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® averages 4.0 from 616 ratings.

### Do HollyView or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® have ads?

Neither HollyView nor Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® shows ads.

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

HollyView ships an update monthly, and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Most recently, HollyView was updated on October 26, 2026 and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® on October 29, 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.*