Comparison

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® vs Action Control

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

Head to head
About

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

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
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The Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® cameras app allows you to control multiple GoPro® cameras via low energy Bluetooth. The app is compatible with: GoPro® Hero 3 (White, Silver, and Black Edition) GoPro® Hero 4 (Silver and 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/wDL1kgewIZQ ## Features - Start/stop recording via low energy Bluetooth (requires much less battery than WiFi!). - Tag moments. - Set the camera's date and time. - Power off the camera. - Locate the camera (via beep sound). - Quickly show the camera state (recording time, free space, number of recorded photos and videos, estimated number of remaining photos and video recording time, battery state, GoPro® Max lens mount state, GoPro® media mount microphone state). ## Pro Features - Start and stop recording and tag moments on multiple cameras at the same time. - Change camera settings. - Create and edit presets on Hero 8 and newer models. - Show the live preview of one camera in full screen mode. - Download media (photos, videos) from one camera. - 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

About

Action Control

Transform your Apple Watch into a powerful remote for your GoPro. Seamlessly control recording, monitor battery and storage, and tag key moments. Find your misplaced camera with an audible alert.

Highlights
  • GoPro remote control
  • Real-time battery and storage alerts
  • Multi-camera synchronization
  • Highlight key moments
  • Switch shooting modes
  • Camera locator with sound
Features
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Action Control: Your GoPro's Perfect Partner Turn your Apple Watch into a powerful GoPro remote controller. Designed for adventurers, Action Control ensures you capture every thrilling moment without missing a beat. Compatible with a wide range of GoPro models including Hero8 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero11 Black Mini, Hero12 Black, Hero13 Black offering seamless integration. Key Features: Quick Capture: Start/stop recording on your GoPro with a simple tap. Real-Time Alerts: Monitor your GoPro's battery and storage status live. Multi-Camera Sync: Control multiple GoPros for epic multi-angle shots. Effortless Tagging: Highlight key moments for easy editing. Flexible Shooting Modes: Switch between photo, video, and timelapse modes effortlessly. One hand control: Start/stop recording and make highlights with just a single hand. Camera Locator: Misplaced your GoPro? With a simple touch, activate the camera's sound to easily find it, whether it's hidden in the grass or behind cushions. Upgrade your GoPro experience with Action Control. Capture every adventure perfectly with just a touch. Master your moments.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® and Action Control both sit at 4.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of Action Control's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s. Action Control also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and ratings volume (609 vs 15). On rating, update cadence, ads 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

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is free to download; Action Control costs $4.99 up front. Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Action Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® against 3.9 for Action Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® has 609 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s written reviews are positive against 71% of Action Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® versus Action Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBluetooth Remote for GoPro®Action Control
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.0 (609 ratings) — better3.9 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews20.6% of reviews70.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings609 — better15
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.2 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHarald MeyerGribovski Sergey

Customer experience

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

All ratings609 ratings
Positive72.2%
Neutral5.6%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews102 reviews
Positive20.6%
Neutral1.0%
Negative78.4%

Action Control

All ratings15 ratings
Positive73.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.7%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive70.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative29.4%

Bugs and requests

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Doesn't work with older GoPro models
  • Live preview lags or doesn't work
  • Unexpected charges or billing issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Apple Watch app for remote control
  • Ability to rename cameras
  • Improved UI and organization

Action Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

One-time1
  • Activate all features$9.99
None

Action Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® free?
Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Action Control free?
Action Control costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® or Action Control?
Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is rated higher. Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® averages 4.0 out of 5 from 609 ratings, while Action Control averages 3.9 from 15 ratings.
Do Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® or Action Control have ads?
Neither Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® nor Action Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® or Action Control?
Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® ships an update every 3 weeks, and Action Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® was updated on October 14, 2026 and Action Control on October 8, 2026.

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