Comparison

Worthless Controls vs HEK Control

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

Head to head
About

Worthless Controls

This app provides comprehensive tuning and telemetry for electric vehicle motor controllers and battery systems. Connect via Bluetooth to adjust parameters, monitor live data, and record rides for e-motorcycles, scooters, e-bikes, and e-skates.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Full parameter tuning for controllers
  • Live data dashboards
  • Battery BMS monitoring
  • Ride data logging and export
  • Firmware flashing
  • Remote controller adjustment
Features
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Worthless Controls is the most complete tuning and telemetry app for electric-vehicle motor controllers and battery systems. Connect over Bluetooth and take full control of your build — whether you ride an e-motorcycle, scooter, e-bike, or e-skate. CONTROLLERS • FarDriver — full parameter tuning • VESC — profiles, live data, and configuration • VOTOL — telemetry and parameter editing BATTERY (BMS) • JBD, JK, ANT, DALY and more — voltage, current, SOC, cell balance, temps, and protection status at a glance LIVE DASHBOARDS • Full-screen race dashboard: speed, RPM, power, temps, and trip data • Classic gauge dashboard with multiple styles • Optional GPS speed and real-time charts TUNE EVERYTHING • Speed, current, regen, throttle response, field weakening, and dozens more parameters • Edit RPM and torque curves visually • Wheel-size and battery calibration for accurate speed and range RECORD YOUR RIDES • Data logging with configurable metrics and CSV export • Log viewer with charts and a GPS map of your route • Efficiency tracking and range estimation AND MORE • Flash controller firmware (.bin/.hex) right from your phone • Remote sharing — let a tuner adjust your controller from anywhere • Drag and lap timer with a leaderboard • Connect multiple devices at once Some advanced features require a one-time Pro unlock. No subscriptions, no ads — buy once, yours forever. Not affiliated with FarDriver, VESC, VOTOL, or any BMS maker. Adjusting controller parameters and flashing firmware carries risk — use at your own discretion.

About

HEK Control

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HEK Control is a companion app for compatible Bluetooth controllers. • View live dashboard data • Connect and manage supported controller settings • Save and import local configuration files • Track runs with Drag Time and optional location • Use the in-app assistant for screen-aware help • Personalize your name, avatar, language, and units Some features require compatible hardware, Bluetooth permission, location for Drag Time, or an active subscription. AI replies require an internet connection. The dashboard and interface can be explored without hardware. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Worthless Controls4 screens
HEK Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Worthless Controls at none against HEK Control's 2. HEK Control's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. HEK Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Worthless Controls asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Worthless Controls ships an update every 4 days, HEK Control daily. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Worthless Controls versus HEK Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWorthless ControlsHEK Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTAYLOR HAYDEN SMYTHMinh Tri Pham

In-app purchases

None

Worthless Controls

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

HEK Control

Subscriptions2
  • HEK Control Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • HEK Control Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Worthless Controls free?
Worthless Controls is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HEK Control free?
HEK Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Worthless Controls or HEK Control have ads?
Neither Worthless Controls nor HEK Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Worthless Controls or HEK Control?
Worthless Controls ships an update every 4 days, and HEK Control daily. Most recently, Worthless Controls was updated on October 10, 2026 and HEK Control on October 4, 2026.

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