DR CONTROL vs DJI GO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DR CONTROL
Control TASCAM DR-22WL/DR-44WL recorders remotely via Wi-Fi. Adjust recording levels, filters, and manage files from your smartphone or tablet without being tied to a computer.
- Remote Wi-Fi control
- Adjust recording levels
- Manage filter settings
- File organizing
- File transfer
- Two connection modes (Via Router, To Device)
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TASCAM DR CONTROL is an app that allows you to control the DR-22WL/DR-44WL Linear PCM Recorders remotely via Wi-fi. Enjoy handy recording on the DR-22WL/DR-44WL with a smartphone or tablet without the location restictions of a computer. TASCAM DR CONTROL allows you to remotely control recording levels, filter settings, file organizing and file transfer from DR-22WL/DR-44WL to your smartphone or tablet device. Also you can choose the connection from two different type: - “VIA ROUTER” mode enables the wireless remote control operation by connecting your smartphone or tablet device to a Wi-Fi router installed in a studio or at home. Remote control is operable with email, map, or other apps and online services at the same time - “TO DEVICE” mode allows direct, one-to-one connection with the DR-22WL/DR-44WL, and so the remote control function works in the outdoor environment where Wi-Fi router is not available The Version 2.0 firmware can be freely downloaded on the TASCAM’s website or on the App, letting the users to update their DR-22WL/DR-44WL on their own. The TASCAM DR CONTROL app can also be installed or updated for free. *Firmware version below does not support updates through this App. DR-44WL System F/W： 1.2.0、1.2.1 DR-22WL System F/W： 1.2.0、1.2.1、1.2.2 For customers using these versions, please update the firmware using the main unit. Instructions are available at tascam.com Please carefully read the license agreement below before using this application. http://tascam.jp/content/downloads/products/862/license_e_app_license.pdf You can see details at TASCAM's website. http://tascam.com/product/dr_control/
DJI GO
Control your DJI drones and gimbals with a live HD camera feed. Access dynamic maps, adjust camera settings, and manage your footage. Edit and share videos with smart tools and community features.
- Live HD camera view
- Dynamic map view
- Camera controls and settings
- Video and photo library
- Smart video editor
- Social media sharing
- YouTube live streaming
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Connect your mobile or tablet with your DJI Equipment and start filming! Supported Equipment: - The Inspire, Phantom and Matrice series flying platforms - The Osmo handheld gimbal and camera Features: - Live HD camera view - Dynamic map view - Camera controls and settings - Library section to view, edit and share your videos and photos - ‘Director’ smart video editor with built-in templates - Sharing on social media and messaging apps - SkyPixel aerial photography community - YouTube live streaming - Real-time flight records - Video tutorials and documentation Learn more: www.dji.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: DR CONTROL at free against DJI GO's free with in-app purchases. DR CONTROL also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 10.0). DJI GO's advantage is ratings volume (3.3K vs 25). On price, rating, review sentiment 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.3 for DR CONTROL against 2.3 for DJI GO. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DJI GO has 3.3K ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 22% of DR CONTROL's written reviews are positive against 15% of DJI GO's.
DR CONTROL ships an update every 5 weeks, DJI GO every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DR CONTROL | DJI GO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (25 ratings) | 2.3 (3.3K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 21.9% of reviews — better | 14.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 25 | 3.3K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 10.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 530 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TEAC CORP. | DJI |
Customer experience
DR CONTROL
DJI GO
Bugs and requests
DR CONTROL
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
DJI GO
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes when trying to record or edit videos
- Fails to recognize Bluetooth connection with devices
- Loses all recorded media after app reinstall or update
- Incompatible with latest iOS versions on newer iPhones
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for 4K 60fps video
- Allow use of iPhone's secondary camera lens
- Improve active tracking and stabilization algorithms
- Integrate with more third-party apps and software
In-app purchases
DR CONTROL
No in-app purchases
DJI GO
No in-app purchases
