goWatch for GoPro® vs Action Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
goWatch for GoPro®
Control your GoPro camera directly from your Apple Watch. Start/stop recording, change modes, and get camera information like battery level and free space. Compatible with a wide range of GoPro Hero models.
- Start/stop recording
- Power off camera
- Tag moments
- Change camera mode
- Locate camera
- View camera information
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The goWatch app for GoPro® cameras allows you to remote control your GoPro® cameras directly from your Apple Watch. Demo video: https://youtu.be/FjfV_0xoDIw ### Compatible GoPro® cameras: 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, Mission 1 Pro, GoPro® Hero 11 Mini, GoPro® Max, Max 2 360°, and GoPro® Fusion 360° cameras. ### IMPORTANT: If you do not find the app after purchase on your watch: Please install the app with the App Store app on your watch (not on the iPhone!). ### Features: - Start/stop recording - Power off the camera - Tag moment - Change the camera mode (photo, video, multi-shot) and presets (*new*) - Locate the camera - Show camera information (battery level, free space, number of videos and images, ...) - *New*: Show the last camera state (connected, recording) on the watch front screen (camera status complication). - *New*: Keep camera connection alive while app is in background. - *New*: Capture countdown (3/5/10/15/20 s). ### 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
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.
- GoPro remote control
- Real-time battery and storage alerts
- Multi-camera synchronization
- Highlight key moments
- Switch shooting modes
- Camera locator with sound
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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.
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Action Control at 3.9 against goWatch for GoPro®'s 2.3. Action Control also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 41%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). goWatch for GoPro®'s advantage is chart position (#52 vs unranked) and price ($2.99 vs $4.99). On ratings volume, 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
goWatch for GoPro® costs $2.99 and Action Control $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Action Control holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 40 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of goWatch for GoPro®'s written reviews are positive against 71% of Action Control's.
goWatch for GoPro® ships an update every 6 weeks, Action Control every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | goWatch for GoPro® | Action Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 2.3 (40 ratings) | 3.9 (15 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 41.0% of reviews | 70.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 40 — better | 15 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #52 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Harald Meyer | Gribovski Sergey |
Customer experience
goWatch for GoPro®
Action Control
Bugs and requests
goWatch for GoPro®
Reported bugs
9 issues- App fails to download after payment
- App doesn't appear on Apple Watch after purchase
- Bluetooth pairing fails or hangs indefinitely
- Connection drops within minutes of pairing
- App crashes during recording
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- Pairing process shows cryptic device names (???) instead of camera names
- Grey 'Purchased' button instead of download option
- Incompatibility with GoPro Hero 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 models (inconsistent)
- Watch Series compatibility issues
Requested features
7 requests- Live preview/real-time video feed
- Ability to rename cameras for multiple device users
- Improved connection stability
- Better troubleshooting documentation
- Updated tutorial videos
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- Faster response times
- Persistent connection without screen timeout
Action Control
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
goWatch for GoPro®
No in-app purchases
Action Control
No in-app purchases
Questions
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