Comparison

KeyFilter vs Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros

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

Head to head
About

KeyFilter

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Upscale photos to a maximum resolution of 8192 x 8192. Directions ---------- 1. Tap the + button on the top right navigation bar to import a file 2. Select a photo to edit by tapping the photo thumbnail in the application 3. Tap the Save button on the top right navigation bar 4. Choose the output resolution

About

Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros

This app provides comprehensive remote control for GoPro cameras, allowing users to adjust settings, start/stop recording, and manage media. It supports a wide range of GoPro models and offers features like live preview and background downloads.

Highlights
  • Remote camera control
  • Adjust settings and Protune
  • Live preview with histogram
  • Background media download
  • Create and edit presets
  • Time lapse and quick capture tools
  • Bluetooth and WiFi control
Features
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The Camera Tools for GoPro® Hero app controls GoPro® cameras, including settings, Protune, live preview and media download. The app is compatible with: GoPro® Hero 3 (White/Silver/Black), Hero 4 Silver/Black Edition, GoPro® Hero 5 Black Edition, GoPro® Hero 5 Session, GoPro® Hero 6 Black Edition, GoPro® Hero 7 White/Silver/Black Edition, GoPro® Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, and Hero8 Black, GoPro® Hero 11 Mini, Hero 2024, Lit Hero, GoPro Mission 1 Pro, GoPro® Max and Max 2 360°, and GoPro® Fusion 360° cameras. Demo video: https://youtu.be/FpTIr1dNZF4 ## Features - Start and stop recording and tag moments on multiple cameras at the same time. - Change camera settings (including Protune settings for cameras supporting Protune). - Create and edit presets on Hero 8 and newer models. - Show the live preview of one camera in full screen mode (with histogram). - Background download media (photos, videos) from one camera (you can hide the app during the download). - Access downloaded media with the iOS files app. - The time lapse tool allows you to capture at specific times and intervals (screen must be active). - Quick capturing tool. - Control GoPro cameras with external Bluetooth keyboards: https://www.cameraremote.de/camera-tools-keyboard-shortcuts-for-controlling-gopro-cameras/ - Control GoPro cameras via Bluetooth: Hero 5 Session, Hero 5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13, Max, Max 2, Fusion, GoPro Mission 1 Pro. - Control GoPro cameras via WiFi (one camera at the same time only!): Hero 3, 4 (Session/Silver/Black Edition), Hero 5 Session, Hero 5/6/7, Fusion. - Control GoPro cameras via USB (iPad Pro only): Hero 8, 10, and 11/12/13, Max 2, GoPro Mission 1 Pro. ### Disclaimer This product and/or service is not affiliated with, endorsed by or in any way associated with GoPro Inc. or its products and services. GoPro, HERO and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc

Screenshots

KeyFilter4 screens
Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: KeyFilter at $0.99 against Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros's $17.99. KeyFilter also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.2). Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). On ads, in-app purchases, chart position and device support 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

KeyFilter costs $0.99 and Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros $17.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KeyFilter ships an update every 6 months, Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
KeyFilter versus Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeyFilterCamera Tools for GoPro® Heros
Price$0.99 — better$17.99
Rating—4.4 (119 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—52.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—119 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
Best chart rank#198#197 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael NewellHarald Meyer

In-app purchases

None

KeyFilter

No in-app purchases

None

Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KeyFilter free?
KeyFilter costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros free?
Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros costs $17.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do KeyFilter or Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros have ads?
Neither KeyFilter nor Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KeyFilter or Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros?
KeyFilter ships an update every 6 months, and Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros every 3 weeks. Most recently, KeyFilter was updated on October 20, 2026 and Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros on October 27, 2026.
Which is more popular, KeyFilter or Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros?
KeyFilter currently peaks at #198 in the App Store charts, and Camera Tools for GoPro® Heros at #197. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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