Comparison

Blue Switch vs TRIGGER ACS Plus

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

Head to head
About

Blue Switch

Control 2, 4, or 8 channel Bluetooth BLE relay modules from your iPhone or iPad. Assign custom names to modules and individual relays for easy identification and management. Enhance security by changing the default password.

Highlights
  • Control 2, 4, or 8 channel relay modules
  • Bluetooth BLE connectivity
  • Assign custom module aliases
  • Assign custom relay aliases
  • Change default password for security
  • Connect to multiple modules
Features
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This app allows you to control a 2, 4 or 8 Channel Relay Module Bluetooth BLE with your iPhone or iPad. To use this app, you need one of these three modules: "2 Channel Relay Module Bluetooth BLE" "4 Channel Relay Module Bluetooth BLE" "8 Channel Relay Module Bluetooth BLE" These modules can be ordered at many online shops. Please use a search engine to find a shop. This app can be connected with any number of modules. By entering an alias, the modules are marked clearly and can easily be assigned to a use area. Name the modules for example "Relay 1", "Relay 2", "Electronic lab project" or "Ambient Light". An alias can also be entered for each relay. The default password for these modules is usually "12345678". For more security, the app also allows you to change the password. The password must be eight digits long.

About

TRIGGER ACS Plus

Control wireless accessory systems for vehicles, including lighting and power functions. Customize settings, monitor battery voltage, and set alerts for low power. Simplify accessory installation by eliminating the need for extensive wiring.

Highlights
  • Control wireless accessory controllers
  • Manage power and dimming functions
  • Strobe feature for lighting
  • Set switch function (toggle/momentary)
  • Customize accessory names
  • Monitor battery voltage
  • Set low-voltage cut-off and alerts
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Control our ever expanding TRIGGER Wireless Accessory Controller System with our all new completely redesigned app! Connect to our TRIGGER 6 SHOOTER and 4 PLUS Wireless Controllers, and now the new ONE Bluetooth Relay! Control power and dimming functions as well as a strobe feature when used with LED or conventional lighting. It is simple to set up and allows for user customization. Use the app to “Trigger” lights from outside the vehicle whenever you might need to activate an accessory on demand. App features, Universal: - Dim and/or flash connected lights - Set switch function to either standard toggle or momentary - Set and edit custom accessory names App Features, 6 Shooter only: - Monitor voltage of connected battery - Set custom low-voltage cut-off value to shut down the controller - Set alerts if battery falls below user defined low-voltage threshold - Customize switch back-light colors, save and recall favorites The Trigger Wireless Accessory Control Systems save time and simplify installation of your electronic accessories! Eliminate the need to run wires under the dash or through the firewall of your vehicle. Once installed, setup instructions are available in-app or see our website www.triggercontroller.com for product support and how-to videos.

Screenshots

Blue Switch4 screens
TRIGGER ACS Plus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Blue Switch at 3.8 against TRIGGER ACS Plus's 1.9. TRIGGER ACS Plus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Blue Switch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TRIGGER ACS Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Blue Switch holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 43 and 42 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 17% of Blue Switch's written reviews are positive against 21% of TRIGGER ACS Plus's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Blue Switch versus TRIGGER ACS Plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlue SwitchTRIGGER ACS Plus
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (43 ratings) — better1.9 (42 ratings)
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews21.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings43 — better42
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVitalij SchaeferOracle

Customer experience

Blue Switch

All ratings43 ratings
Positive69.8%
Neutral2.3%
Negative27.9%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative66.7%

TRIGGER ACS Plus

All ratings42 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral9.5%
Negative73.8%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive21.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative71.4%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Blue Switch

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$17.99
None

TRIGGER ACS Plus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blue Switch free?
Blue Switch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TRIGGER ACS Plus free?
TRIGGER ACS Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Blue Switch or TRIGGER ACS Plus?
Blue Switch is rated higher. Blue Switch averages 3.8 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while TRIGGER ACS Plus averages 1.9 from 42 ratings.
Do Blue Switch or TRIGGER ACS Plus have ads?
Blue Switch shows ads; TRIGGER ACS Plus does not.
Which is updated more often, Blue Switch or TRIGGER ACS Plus?
Blue Switch ships an update every 3 months, and TRIGGER ACS Plus every 3 months. Most recently, Blue Switch was updated on September 23, 2026 and TRIGGER ACS Plus on June 11, 2026.

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