GS vs Slacker Virtual Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GS
This app connects to a diagnostic interface for BMW motorcycles, allowing users to access ECU information, read/clear fault codes, monitor real-time data, and perform service functions. Emergency features are available offline, while advanced functions require an internet connection.
- Connect to GS-911wifi device
- Read and clear fault codes
- Monitor real-time sensor data
- Reset service reminders
- Perform advanced diagnostic functions
- Offline emergency functionality
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GS-911wifi is an app for BMW motorcycles. It requires a HEX GS-911wifi diagnostic interface. What Does the App Do? The GS-911wifi app makes it easy to get started with your GS-911wifi device. Set up, register, and connect to your GS-911wifi directly from your mobile device - no laptop or extra software needed. Once connected, you can access the full range of GS-911 diagnostic features through the app. Emergency functionality (ECU Info, read & clear fault codes, monitor real-time data) is available offline, while service functions require an internet connection. What Does a HEX GS-911wifi Diagnostic Interface Do? It is a Diagnostic Tool for BMW motorcycles. The GS-911wifi has USB and wifi connectivity, allowing you to “browse” your BMW motorcycle's Electronic Control Units (ECU). It connects to a BMW motorcycle's diagnostic connector allowing you dealer level diagnostic functionality. This functionality is dependent on model and complexity but includes: * Reading of ECU information (Software versions, part numbers etc.) * Reading and Clearing of Fault Codes for every ECU * Reading of LIVE sensor input/output data * Resetting of Service reminders * Functional output tests * Advanced diagnostic functions (ECU specific, but include calibrations, adaptation resets, ABS bleed tests, etc.) The GS-911wifi is compatible with all BMW motorcycles that have the round 10pin diagnostic connector, including the new generation chassis such as the K1600GT/GTL and R1200GS LC wethead. It is also backward compatible to the previous generation of BMW motorcycles, including the Husquvarna range of Nuda 900 and Nuda 900 R motorcycles that were developed in the time that BMW Motorrad owned Husqvarna motorcycles. Haven't purchased your GS-911wifi device just yet? Try the GS-911 Demo from within the app for an online simulation without a GS-911 device!
Slacker Virtual Remote
Transform your smartphone into a remote display for a digital suspension tuner. View real-time measurements and control device functions like reset and auto-zero. This version offers core remote capabilities without saving settings.
- Remote display for suspension tuner
- Real-time measurement viewing
- Control reset function
- Control auto-zero function
- Bluetooth connectivity
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Slacker Virtual Remote allows you to use your smartphone as a remote display for the new Motool Slacker Digital Suspension Tuner V4 with Bluetooth®. Take real-time measurements, measurements and control Slacker with the Reset and Auto Zero buttons. This is a "light" version of the virtual remote in the Motool Service Assistant App, you can not save settings. For virtual remote with MTB Mode and to save bikes and settings, install Service Assistant.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Slacker Virtual Remote at 100% against GS's 36%. Slacker Virtual Remote also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.0). GS's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (316 vs 2). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Slacker Virtual Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GS has 316 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of GS's written reviews are positive against 100% of Slacker Virtual Remote's.
GS ships an update fortnightly, Slacker Virtual Remote every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GS | Slacker Virtual Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (316 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 36.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 316 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HEX INNOVATE (UK) LIMITED | Motool Inc |
Customer experience
GS
Slacker Virtual Remote
In-app purchases
GS
No in-app purchases
Slacker Virtual Remote
No in-app purchases
