MotorolaSolutions SmartControl vs Getac BWC Viewer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MotorolaSolutions SmartControl
This application connects to Motorola Solutions body cameras and in-car video systems. It allows law enforcement officers to view event recordings, categorize incidents, and stream video footage directly to their mobile devices.
- Connects to body cameras via Bluetooth/WiFi
- View digital evidence recordings
- Categorize incidents
- Stream video footage
- Supports multiple Motorola camera models
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SmartControl is the companion smartphone application for the Motorola Solutions Body Cameras (SVX, V300, VB400, V500 & V700) and In Car Video Systems (M500E). The SmartControl app connects to the cameras using Bluetooth and WiFi, allowing law enforcement officers to view digital evidence event recordings, categorize incidents and stream video footage directly to their mobile devices. Note: VideoManager and device firmware must be 24.4.1 or later for V500 and VB400 devices (VB400V3 hardware revision or later).
Getac BWC Viewer
Review and categorize recorded videos directly from a mobile device, eliminating the need for a docking station. Perform administrative tasks on the go, such as adding notes and custom forms to recordings. Access live camera feeds and review bookmarks or snapshots.
- Review recorded videos
- Add categories and notes
- Watch live camera feed
- Review bookmarks and snapshots
- Start and stop recordings
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The BWC Companion app eliminates the need to return to a docking station or laptop to review and categorize recorded videos prior to upload. By using a mobile device, the operator can perform basic administrative tasks on the fly. Getac Enterprise account required. Key Features: -Start & stop recordings -Add categories and notes to custom forms. -Watch recorded videos. -Review bookmarks & snapshots (pictures). -Live view (see what the camera does in real-time).
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MotorolaSolutions SmartControl at 4.2 against Getac BWC Viewer's 3.7. MotorolaSolutions SmartControl also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (14 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MotorolaSolutions SmartControl holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 3 respectively.
MotorolaSolutions SmartControl ships an update every 3 months, Getac BWC Viewer every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MotorolaSolutions SmartControl | Getac BWC Viewer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (14 ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 8 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 70 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Motorola Solutions, Inc | Getac Technology Corporation |
Customer experience
MotorolaSolutions SmartControl
Getac BWC Viewer
In-app purchases
MotorolaSolutions SmartControl
No in-app purchases
Getac BWC Viewer
No in-app purchases
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