Comparison

Traxxas Link vs R.E.V.

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

Head to head
About

Traxxas Link

This app wirelessly connects to compatible radio systems to provide real-time telemetry data, allowing for precise control and tuning of radio-controlled models. It offers on-the-fly adjustments, profile saving, and data logging for enhanced performance and sharing.

Highlights
  • Wireless TQi radio system connection
  • Real-time telemetry data collection
  • On-the-fly tuning and adjustments
  • Save and share custom profiles
  • Telemetry dashboard with gauges
  • GPS speed module integration
Features
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Traxxas Link connects wirelessly to the next generation TQi radio systems via Bluetooth®. Traxxas Link delivers exciting features to exploit the full capabilities of the TQi radio system, TQi Telemetry Expander, Traxxas Stability Management, GPS Speed Module, and DTS-1 Drag Timing System. Traxxas Link collects and records real-time telemetry data as you drive, and includes sharing via Facebook and Twitter. Traxxas Link features screen support for current iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad and is optimized for use with the Traxxas Link Wireless Module. Only Traxxas gives you the power to unlock the full potential of the TQi Radio System with Traxxas Link, the custom application that integrates your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad with the TQi transmitter. This powerful app gives you complete control of operation and tuning of your Traxxas radio-controlled model with an intuitive, high-definition graphical user interface. Traxxas builds the world’s fastest Ready-To-Race radio-controlled models, capable of speeds that exceed 100mph. That level of performance demands precision control. Traxxas Link gives you tools for exacting adjustment and superior control while always keeping you informed of your model’s status and speed. Traxxas Link makes it easy to learn, understand, and access the powerful tuning options built into every Traxxas TQi radio system. Control your Drive Effect settings such as steering and throttle sensitivity, steering percentage, braking strength, and throttle trim by simply touching and dragging the sliders on the screen or enabling the Multi-Function knob on the transmitter. You can also adjust Traxxas Stability Management in Drive Effects to suit your skill and driving style. With Traxxas Link, everything takes place live, on-the-fly, giving you instant feedback on the changes you are making. Once you’ve created the perfect control settings for your model, save them as a profile that you can restore later, use on another model, or share with friends. If the track conditions change, simply re-tune your Drive Effects and save them as new profile. Once you equip your model with Traxxas Link telemetry sensors (some models may have factory installed sensors), the Traxxas Link dashboard comes to life with stunning graphics to report speed, battery voltage, RPM, and temperature. The app automatically detects sensors for easy set up and configuration. Up to nine gauges can be displayed. Set threshold warnings and log maximums, minimums, or averages. Use the recording function to document your dashboard view with sound, so that you can keep your eyes on your driving. The recordings can be named, saved, and shared with others. Traxxas Link offers enhanced access to telemetry data with the innovative TQi Telemetry Expander. Once the Expander is installed and activated, Traxxas Link will automatically detect any connected smart sensors, including the optional GPS speed module for highly-accurate mph or km/h reporting. These smart sensors provide extended telemetry data to the Traxxas Link app, which is displayed on your existing dashboard layout. With the TQi Telemetry Expander, you have unprecedented, real-time, access to vital information as you drive. Combined with the DTS-1 Drag Timing System, Traxxas Link provides a new level of racing excitement. Traxxas Link and DTS-1 allow you to capture all the nuances of Pro drag racing competition. Traxxas Link will fill in your timeslip with reaction time and elapsed time (ET) down to the millisecond and trap speed in actual miles per hour. Keep a run history on each of your models. Share time slips and set up race events with your friends. Dial in your ETs and any two cars can compete fairly, regardless of their top speeds! Race like the pros as you use staging strategy to pressure your opponent. Set up elimination rounds in Traxxas Link and share your results wirelessly. Only Traxxas makes drag racing so easy, accurate, fast, and fun

About

R.E.V.

Engage in thrilling ground-to-air combat by controlling advanced robotic vehicles. Choose to command a car or a drone and face off against AI opponents in a dynamic battle platform. Experience intense battles with real-time updates and strategic weapon selection.

Highlights
  • Drone vs. Car Combat
  • BeaconSense™ GPS Tracking
  • AI Opponent Battles
  • Campaign Mode
  • Strategic Weapon Selection
  • Real-time Battle Updates
Features
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WARNING: AIR STRIKES IMMINENT The expansive R.E.V.™ battle platform has taken to the skies. Drone vs. Car Combat: YOU pick a side. Each vehicle comes equipped with advanced robotics and BeaconSense™ GPS tracking, allowing for true ground-to-air combat. Take command of either vehicle with your mobile device and enter the R.E.V™ Realm, where you’ll be hunted by a legion of ruthless computer-controlled A.I. Drivers. Do you have what it takes to survive? New Features • Quick and easy set up: Simply scan either vehicle with your mobile device to connect • Battle Anywhere: R.E.V.™ can be played on any surface, no track or floor mat required! • All new campaign mode: new worlds, new enemies, new challenges • Revamped Artificial Intelligence makes battles even more challenging • Powerful Weapons - Strategically pick your weapons before a battle to ensure complete victory • Insane Speed - R.E.V.™ is fast! Get real time battle and damage updates as you drive! • Immersive Battles - Each car has intense sound effects to create an immersive battle environment. App requires R.E.V.™ or R.E.V. AIR™ devices to function Learn more: wowwee.com/rev wowwee.com/rev-air Troubleshooting: wowweezone.com Disclaimer: R.E.V™ and R.E.V AIR™ are independent from each other and do not offer complete compatibility. Please check in app game modes for more info R.E.V™ App is a virtual gaming platform that supports both R.E.V.™ and R.E.V AIR™ by WowWee®. Immerse yourself in the world of R.E.V.™. Battle your friends or AI opponents.

Screenshots

Traxxas Link4 screens
R.E.V.3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: R.E.V. at 69% against Traxxas Link's 40%. R.E.V. also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Traxxas Link ships an update every 6 weeks, R.E.V. every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Traxxas Link versus R.E.V.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTraxxas LinkR.E.V.
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (294 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews39.6% of reviews69.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings294 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.09.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size135 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTraxxasWowWee Group Limited

Customer experience

Traxxas Link

All ratings294 ratings
Positive63.6%
Neutral9.5%
Negative26.9%
Written reviews154 reviews
Positive39.6%
Neutral13.6%
Negative46.8%

R.E.V.

All ratings1,005 ratings
Positive82.5%
Neutral5.3%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews181 reviews
Positive69.1%
Neutral7.2%
Negative23.8%

User reviews

Traxxas Link

From 294 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Customizable profiles
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 👍 Works well with Traxxas vehicles
  • 👍 Provides telemetry data

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🐛 Firmware update issues
  • 🐛 Connectivity problems
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • 🐛 Unreliable speed and temperature readings

R.E.V.

From App Store reviews

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and entertaining
  • 👍 Fun to play with friends/family
  • 🎮 Great gameplay
  • 💡 Awesome cars and drones
  • 🤖 Impressive AI opponents

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Battery life problems
  • 🎮 Difficult controls
  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 🤖 AI opponents not challenging enough

Bugs and requests

Traxxas Link

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Firmware update issues
  • Connectivity problems
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • Unreliable speed and temperature readings
  • Zoomed-in drive effects screen
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  • Inability to delete old models
  • Inverted throttle and steering controls

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more vehicle models
  • Improve UI and dashboard customization
  • Add metric units (km/h, Celsius)
  • Expand customization options (e.g., channel settings, lighting controls)
  • Improve firmware update reliability

R.E.V.

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on startup
  • Cars/drones won't connect to app
  • Keyboard gets stuck on screen
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • More campaign levels and game modes
  • Online multiplayer
  • Ability to customize cars/drones
  • Improved naming system
  • Better tracking and object detection for drone

In-app purchases

None

Traxxas Link

No in-app purchases

None

R.E.V.

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Traxxas Link free?
Traxxas Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is R.E.V. free?
R.E.V. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Traxxas Link or R.E.V. have ads?
Neither Traxxas Link nor R.E.V. shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Traxxas Link or R.E.V.?
Traxxas Link ships an update every 6 weeks, and R.E.V. every 5 weeks. Most recently, Traxxas Link was updated on October 17, 2026 and R.E.V. on October 16, 2026.

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