Comparison

iRig BlueBoard vs Firehawk Remote

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

Head to head
About

iRig BlueBoard

This app enables wireless MIDI control for musicians using a compatible pedalboard. It allows for the setup and configuration of the hardware unit, letting you change banks, presets, and control parameters in any Core MIDI app from a distance. You can customize MIDI assignments, select modes, and manage settings for your performance.

Highlights
  • Wireless MIDI control
  • Footswitch bank and preset changes
  • Parameter control in Core MIDI apps
  • Dual Mode operation (Program/Control Change)
  • Editable MIDI assignments
  • Selectable MIDI channel
  • Bluetooth signal strength indicator
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THE IRIG BLUEBOARD APP FOR IPHONE, IPAD, AND IPOD TOUCH, WORKS IN TANDEM WITH IK’S NEW IRIG BLUEBOARD, THE FIRST WIRELESS MIDI PEDALBOARD FOR IOS AND MAC, CONTROLLING THE SETUP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE HARDWARE UNIT. The iRig BlueBoard pedalboard features 4 backlit footswitches that let you change banks and presets, and control parameters in any Core MIDI-compatible app (like AmpliTube or SampleTank) from up to 10 meters away. It’s also equipped with 2 expression pedal inputs that let you connect pedals (not included) and control continuously variable parameters like wah and volume. This app allows the communication between the iRig BlueBoard controller and any Core MIDI apps running on your iOS device. Also, iRig BlueBoard app lets you setup the hardware unit, and configure its 32 banks of settings for iRig BlueBoard’s 4 footswitches. Setup the MIDI parameters you want to control, switch between the PROGRAM CHANGE and CONTROL CHANGE operating modes, set the MIDI channel iRig BlueBoard will transmit on, browse and rename banks, browse patches in Core MIDI apps, and much more. iRig BlueBoard features: - Compatibility with any Core MIDI compatible app - Dual Mode operation (Program Change or Control Change mode) - Editable MIDI assignments for each pad - Selectable MIDI Channel - External Controllers Calibration - Pads Backlight regulation - Battery life indicator - Bluetooth signal strength indicator More apps information: www.ikmultimedia.com/irigblueboardapp www.amplitube.com www.amplitube.com/fender www.ikmultimedia.com/vocalive www.sampletank.com Accessories information: www.ikmultimedia.com/irigblueboard www.irighd.com www.ikmultimedia.com/irig www.irigstomp.com www.irigmidi.com

About

Firehawk Remote

This app provides remote control for Line 6 Firehawk guitar effects processors and amplifiers. Craft intricate signal chains, adjust numerous tone parameters, and access a vast online library of presets. Save and recall unlimited custom tones for any performance.

Highlights
  • Remote control for Firehawk devices
  • Craft signal chains and fine-tune parameters
  • Access vast online tone library
  • Create, save, and recall unlimited presets
  • Control amp and effects models
  • Share tonal creations
Features
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Firehawk Remote is the control app for the Line 6 Firehawk devices. Firehawk FX is a multi-effect pedal and Firehawk 1500 is an all-in-one stage amp, making it easier than ever to create the perfect guitar tone. From your phone or tablet, you can craft elaborate signal chains, fine-tune hundreds of tone parameters, and connect with a massive online community of guitarists. The Line 6 cloud contains a vast library of tones covering countless genres and thousands of popular songs. You can create, save and recall an unlimited number of presets, so you’ll always have access to the tones you need. Please note: This app *requires* a firmware update for your Firehawk device to function with the app. To update your Firehawk device please use the Line 6 Updater software for Mac/PC via USB available at www.line6.com/software. Or, perform the update via Bluetooth using the Firehawk Remote app via the Settings->Device Flash menu. Download it today to view the introductory tutorial and explore the possibilities. KEY FEATURES • Take command of the 29 HD Amp Models, 25 HD Effects Models, 78 POD Farm Amp Models, and 95 POD Farm Effects Models in your Firehawk FX. • Control and configure 8 simultaneous effects • Remotely control output and playback levels of your Firehawk FX • Assign effects to colored LED foot switches of your Firehawk FX • Assign the FX knob and expression pedal to individual effect parameters • Set and save Line 6 Variax® Parameters to recall the guitar, pickup, and tunings when used with a Line 6 Variax® Standard, or James Tyler Variax® • Share your tonal creations via Twitter and Facebook • Made for iPhone 6®, iPhone® 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPad® (4th generation), iPad mini, iPad (3rd generation), iPad 2 and iPod touch® (5th generation)

Screenshots

iRig BlueBoard4 screens
Firehawk Remote3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Firehawk Remote at every 2 months against iRig BlueBoard's every 15 months. Firehawk Remote also leads on review sentiment (28% vs 19%) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). 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

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

iRig BlueBoard ships an update every 15 months, Firehawk Remote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iRig BlueBoard versus Firehawk Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriRig BlueBoardFirehawk Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.1 (45 ratings) — better
Positive reviews19.4% of reviews27.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—45 — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.610.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIK Multimedia US, LLCLine 6

Customer experience

iRig BlueBoard

Written reviews180 reviews
Positive19.4%
Neutral11.7%
Negative68.9%

Firehawk Remote

All ratings45 ratings
Positive44.4%
Neutral13.3%
Negative42.2%
Written reviews72 reviews
Positive27.8%
Neutral15.3%
Negative56.9%

In-app purchases

None

iRig BlueBoard

No in-app purchases

None

Firehawk Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iRig BlueBoard free?
iRig BlueBoard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Firehawk Remote free?
Firehawk Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iRig BlueBoard or Firehawk Remote have ads?
Neither iRig BlueBoard nor Firehawk Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iRig BlueBoard or Firehawk Remote?
iRig BlueBoard ships an update every 15 months, and Firehawk Remote every 2 months. Most recently, iRig BlueBoard was updated on September 28, 2026 and Firehawk Remote on September 29, 2026.

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