Comparison

BronControl vs AutoPylot For Drones

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

Head to head
About

BronControl

This app allows users to remotely control various broncolor lighting devices, including Siros, Scoro, and LED F160 models. It offers features for grouping devices, synchronizing flashes, and creating masks for image editing. The app supports both private and enterprise network configurations for flexible equipment management.

Highlights
  • Remote control for Siros, Scoro, LED F160
  • Device grouping and synchronization
  • Private and Enterprise network modes
  • FreeMask function for image cropping
  • Individual control of lighting functions
Features
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The bronControl app enables you to conveniently control several broncolor Siros WiFi, Scoro WiFi and LED F160 devices. All the basic functions of broncolor’s Siros, Siros L, LED F160 and most functions of Scoro can be operated using the free bronControl app. By using the Private mode or the Enterprise mode, equipment that is difficult to access, or far away, can be conveniently and easily set and controlled. In Private mode, the Siros S, Siros L, Scoro and LED F160 can actually set up their own network. In that configuration, the LEDF160 accepts a maximum of four clients. The application controls the functions with clarity and full individual control, e.g. several units can be united into groups, and flash sequences synchronised. In order to reduce the already short charging and waiting times even further, several devices can be alternately triggered. The FreeMask function makes it possible to establish perfect masks for cropping motifs in a simple and fast way. To operate the upgraded version of the bronControl App, the newest Firmware version is required: - Siros 400 / 800: 11 - Siros 400 S / 800 S: 11 - Siros 400 L / 800 L: 6 - LEDF160 : LD 1.5 / UI 1.5 - Scoro : 13 Upgrade software can be downloaded from the broncolor website: https://broncolor.swiss/software

About

AutoPylot For Drones

This app provides FAA-approved services for drone pilots, including B4UFLY status, LAANC airspace authorizations, and operational awareness. It simplifies flight planning with airspace visualization, weather tools, and customizable safety checklists.

Highlights
  • FAA-approved B4UFLY and LAANC services
  • Instant flight readiness indicator
  • Simplified airspace visualization
  • Near real-time LAANC authorizations
  • Operational awareness of airspace restrictions
  • Customizable safety checklists
  • All-in-one mission management
Features
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AutoPylot: The #1 Rated FAA-Approved Provider of B4UFLY and LAANC AutoPylot is the highest-rated FAA-approved provider of B4UFLY and LAANC services and is trusted by over 100K drone pilots for its seamless user experience and powerful features. Whether you’re a recreational flyer or a professional operator, AutoPylot makes flying drones safer, easier, and stress-free. Why AutoPylot? FAA-Approved (B4UFLY & LAANC) & Trusted: AutoPylot is the easiest-to-use FAA-approved app, offering unparalleled reliability and a user-friendly interface. Top-Rated by Pilots: Join the over 100K+ satisfied pilots and enthusiasts who have made AutoPylot the highest-rated drone app on the market. Key Features - Instant Flight Readiness (B4UFLY Status Indicator): Instantly know if you are good to fly, need approval (LAANC), or cannot fly in your planned flight area. - Simplified Airspace Visualization: Take the guesswork out of airspace with clear, easy-to-read maps and advisories to remove uncertainty from your flight planning. - Near Real-Time Authorizations (LAANC Approvals): AutoPylot is an FAA-approved LAANC provider that helps pilots get fast, near-real-time authorizations for flights in controlled airspace. - Operational Awareness: B4UFLY, stay informed with detailed data on local drone rules, Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), National Parks, wilderness areas, and wildlife refuges. - Customizable Safety Checklists: Build pre-, during-, and post-flight checklists and add them to any missions to improve safety. Make tasks time-sensitive to receive reminders via push notifications. - All-in-One Mission Management: Log, monitor, and edit mission details, access advisories, track weather, create notes, share flights, and more—all in one place. - Mission-Specific Weather Tools: Plan with precise mission-specific weather insights, including hourly updates, 10-day forecasts, and wind/precipitation maps. Sign up for a free trial of AutoPylot+, our advanced pre-flight planning weather features! Fly Smarter, Fly Safer AutoPylot takes the guesswork out of drone flying, helping you confidently focus on your mission. Download the highest-rated FAA-approved app and experience the easiest way to manage your drone operations. Download AutoPylot today and take flight like never before! https://www.autopylot.io AutoPylot: Ready, Set, Fly! Terms: https://www.autopylot.io/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://www.autopylot.io/privacy/

Screenshots

BronControl4 screens
AutoPylot For Drones4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AutoPylot For Drones at 75% against BronControl's 31%. AutoPylot For Drones also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (5K vs 4). BronControl's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. AutoPylot For Drones sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. BronControl asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AutoPylot For Drones holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AutoPylot For Drones has 5K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of BronControl's written reviews are positive against 75% of AutoPylot For Drones's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BronControl ships an update every 6 weeks, AutoPylot For Drones monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BronControl versus AutoPylot For Drones: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBronControlAutoPylot For Drones
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (4 ratings)4.9 (5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.3% of reviews75.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings45K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBron Elektronik AGAutoPylot, INC

Customer experience

BronControl

All ratings4 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive31.3%
Neutral6.3%
Negative62.5%

AutoPylot For Drones

All ratings5,025 ratings
Positive98.1%
Neutral1.2%
Negative0.7%
Written reviews118 reviews
Positive75.4%
Neutral4.2%
Negative20.3%

Bugs and requests

BronControl

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

AutoPylot For Drones

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Miscategorizing flights as requiring ATC approval
  • Lack of controlled airspace information in certain regions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to edit missions
  • Support for polygonal LAANC requests
  • Integration with FAA TFR website
  • Access to weather data before LAANC submission
  • Support for Part 107 and recreational missions

In-app purchases

None

BronControl

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

AutoPylot For Drones

Subscriptions4
  • AutoPylot+ (Monthly)7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • AutoPylot+ (Monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • AutoPylot+ (Annual)7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • AutoPylot+ (Annual)7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is BronControl free?
BronControl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AutoPylot For Drones free?
AutoPylot For Drones is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BronControl or AutoPylot For Drones?
AutoPylot For Drones is rated higher. BronControl averages 1.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while AutoPylot For Drones averages 4.9 from 5K ratings.
Do BronControl or AutoPylot For Drones have ads?
Neither BronControl nor AutoPylot For Drones shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BronControl or AutoPylot For Drones?
BronControl ships an update every 6 weeks, and AutoPylot For Drones monthly. Most recently, BronControl was updated on September 15, 2026 and AutoPylot For Drones on September 20, 2026.

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