# VanTop Gimo vs Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

The clearest difference is rating: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® at 4.0 against VanTop Gimo's 2.6. Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® also leads on ratings volume (609 vs 13). VanTop Gimo's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (50% vs 21%). On price, update cadence, 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. VanTop Gimo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® has 609 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of VanTop Gimo's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

VanTop Gimo ships an update monthly, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VanTop Gimo | Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vantop-gimo/id1520161774/reviews) | **[4.0 (609 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-remote-for-gopro/id1553411394/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **609** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% 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 | 111 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen VanTop Technology & Innovation Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1461649438) | [Harald Meyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/389514018) |

## What reviewers say

### VanTop Gimo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vantop-gimo/id1520161774)

Enhance your photography and videography with this app designed for a specific gimbal stabilizer. Capture stunning photos, create dynamic time-lapses, shoot expansive panoramas, and track subjects for smooth video recording.

**Highlights:** Photo and video capture, Time-lapse shooting, Panoramic photo creation, Object tracking for video, Improved user experience

**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 VanTop Gimo free?

VanTop Gimo 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, VanTop Gimo or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is rated higher. VanTop Gimo averages 2.6 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® averages 4.0 from 609 ratings.

### Do VanTop Gimo or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® have ads?

Neither VanTop Gimo nor Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® shows ads.

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

VanTop Gimo ships an update monthly, and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Most recently, VanTop Gimo was updated on October 3, 2026 and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® on October 20, 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.*