BMS by GDriver vs HEK Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
BMS by GDriver
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BMS by GDriver provides full ANT BMS integration and telemetry monitoring for compatible JK, Daly, and JBD battery management systems. FULL ANT BMS INTEGRATION Connect to a compatible ANT BMS over Bluetooth for live telemetry, guided battery setup, parameter reading and configuration, and BMS controls such as charging, discharging, and balancing. TELEMETRY FOR JK, DALY, AND JBD BMS Connect to compatible JK, Daly, and JBD BMS hardware for read-only telemetry monitoring, session logging, and battery insights. Parameter configuration and BMS controls are available only for ANT BMS. COMPATIBILITY Compatibility and available features can vary by BMS hardware, Bluetooth module, protocol, and firmware. LIVE BATTERY DASHBOARD Follow pack voltage, current, power, state of charge, cell voltages, voltage spread, temperatures, protection states, and other data exposed by your connected BMS. LOCAL LOGGING AND INSIGHTS Record battery sessions on your device and review the latest completed session and its core summary for free. See duration, sample count, maximum power, widest cell spread, and the fault timeline without BMS Pro. BMS PRO ā A SEPARATE ONE-TIME PURCHASE Unlock full log history, deeper report metrics, charts, cloud analysis, and future premium insights with BMS Pro. BMS Pro is a one-time purchase for this app and is separate from GDriver Pro in the Ride app. READ-ONLY DEMO MODE No battery or account is required to explore. Choose Explore demo on the sign-in screen to open a deterministic connected ANT pack, live telemetry, and an 18-minute sample log. Demo mode is read-only and does not upload data. OPTIONAL NOTIFICATIONS Enable low-battery and battery-health alerts when you want them. Notification permission is requested only after you choose to enable notifications. Bluetooth access is required for live BMS connections. BMS by GDriver does not request location access.
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/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HEK Control at daily against BMS by GDriver's every 8 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. BMS by GDriver sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HEK Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
BMS by GDriver ships an update every 8 days, HEK Control daily. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BMS by GDriver | HEK Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Daily ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 101 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Eamon Almiladi | Minh Tri Pham |
In-app purchases
BMS by GDriver
- BMS Pro Lifetime$9.99
HEK Control
- HEK Control Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- HEK Control Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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