# BT Shutter vs Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

The clearest difference is rating: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® at 4.0 against BT Shutter's 1.7. Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (609 vs 29). BT Shutter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BT Shutter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® has 609 ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 5% of BT Shutter's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s.

BT Shutter ships an update every 5 months, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BT Shutter | Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bt-shutter/id939514782/reviews) | **[4.0 (609 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-remote-for-gopro/id1553411394/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 29 | **609** |
| Positive reviews | 4.9% of reviews | **20.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [成 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/575468626) | [Harald Meyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/389514018) |

## What reviewers say

### BT Shutter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bt-shutter/id939514782)

Control your phone's camera remotely with this Bluetooth accessory. It allows for hands-free photo and video capture, zooming, and camera switching, enhancing your photography experience.

**Highlights:** Remote camera control, Video recording, Zoom in/out, Switch camera, Increase visual field, Better photo effects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-remote-for-gopro/id1553411394)

Control multiple GoPro cameras simultaneously using low energy Bluetooth. Start/stop recording, tag moments, manage settings, and monitor camera status remotely. Offers advanced features like live preview and media download for enhanced shooting experiences.

**Highlights:** Start/stop recording via Bluetooth, Tag moments, Set camera date and time, Power off camera, Locate camera, Show camera state, Control multiple cameras simultaneously

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Activate all features | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app to control GoPro cameras
- 👍 Reliable connection and control
- 💡 Useful features like spot metering

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🤔 Confusing setup and instructions
- 💰 Paywall for full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work with older GoPro models
- Live preview lags or doesn't work
- Unexpected charges or billing issues

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app for remote control
- Ability to rename cameras
- Improved UI and organization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BT Shutter free?

BT Shutter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® free?

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BT Shutter or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is rated higher. BT Shutter averages 1.7 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® averages 4.0 from 609 ratings.

### Do BT Shutter or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® have ads?

Neither BT Shutter nor Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BT Shutter or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?

BT Shutter ships an update every 5 months, and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Most recently, BT Shutter was updated on October 16, 2026 and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® on October 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*