Comparison

Firehawk Remote vs Rig Manager

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

Head to head
About

Firehawk Remote

This app provides remote control for Line 6 Firehawk guitar effects processors and amplifiers. Craft intricate signal chains, adjust numerous tone parameters, and access a vast online library of presets. Save and recall unlimited custom tones for any performance.

Highlights
  • Remote control for Firehawk devices
  • Craft signal chains and fine-tune parameters
  • Access vast online tone library
  • Create, save, and recall unlimited presets
  • Control amp and effects models
  • Share tonal creations
Features
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Firehawk Remote is the control app for the Line 6 Firehawk devices. Firehawk FX is a multi-effect pedal and Firehawk 1500 is an all-in-one stage amp, making it easier than ever to create the perfect guitar tone. From your phone or tablet, you can craft elaborate signal chains, fine-tune hundreds of tone parameters, and connect with a massive online community of guitarists. The Line 6 cloud contains a vast library of tones covering countless genres and thousands of popular songs. You can create, save and recall an unlimited number of presets, so you’ll always have access to the tones you need. Please note: This app *requires* a firmware update for your Firehawk device to function with the app. To update your Firehawk device please use the Line 6 Updater software for Mac/PC via USB available at www.line6.com/software. Or, perform the update via Bluetooth using the Firehawk Remote app via the Settings->Device Flash menu. Download it today to view the introductory tutorial and explore the possibilities. KEY FEATURES • Take command of the 29 HD Amp Models, 25 HD Effects Models, 78 POD Farm Amp Models, and 95 POD Farm Effects Models in your Firehawk FX. • Control and configure 8 simultaneous effects • Remotely control output and playback levels of your Firehawk FX • Assign effects to colored LED foot switches of your Firehawk FX • Assign the FX knob and expression pedal to individual effect parameters • Set and save Line 6 Variax® Parameters to recall the guitar, pickup, and tunings when used with a Line 6 Variax® Standard, or James Tyler Variax® • Share your tonal creations via Twitter and Facebook • Made for iPhone 6®, iPhone® 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPad® (4th generation), iPad mini, iPad (3rd generation), iPad 2 and iPod touch® (5th generation)

About

Rig Manager

This app allows users to create and manage custom guitar amplifier performances and rigs. It offers a convenient way to edit existing content wirelessly via a Wi-Fi connection.

Highlights
  • Create custom performances
  • Build custom rigs
  • Edit existing content
  • Wi-Fi connection editing
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Rig Manager is an editor app for your Kemper Profiler guitar amplifier. Put together custom performances and and rigs in a breeze. Edit existing content conveniently using a Wifi connection.

Screenshots

Firehawk Remote3 screens
Rig Manager3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Rig Manager at 3.7 against Firehawk Remote's 3.1. Rig Manager also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 28%) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). Firehawk Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Rig Manager holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 45 and 39 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Firehawk Remote's written reviews are positive against 41% of Rig Manager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Firehawk Remote ships an update every 2 months, Rig Manager every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Firehawk Remote versus Rig Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFirehawk RemoteRig Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (45 ratings)3.7 (39 ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.8% of reviews40.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings45 — better39
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB166 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLine 6Kemper Digital GmbH

Customer experience

Firehawk Remote

All ratings45 ratings
Positive44.4%
Neutral13.3%
Negative42.2%
Written reviews72 reviews
Positive27.8%
Neutral15.3%
Negative56.9%

Rig Manager

All ratings39 ratings
Positive64.1%
Neutral15.4%
Negative20.5%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive40.8%
Neutral19.7%
Negative39.4%

In-app purchases

None

Firehawk Remote

No in-app purchases

None

Rig Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Firehawk Remote free?
Firehawk Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rig Manager free?
Rig Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Firehawk Remote or Rig Manager?
Rig Manager is rated higher. Firehawk Remote averages 3.1 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while Rig Manager averages 3.7 from 39 ratings.
Do Firehawk Remote or Rig Manager have ads?
Neither Firehawk Remote nor Rig Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Firehawk Remote or Rig Manager?
Firehawk Remote ships an update every 2 months, and Rig Manager every 4 weeks. Most recently, Firehawk Remote was updated on September 24, 2026 and Rig Manager on September 19, 2026.

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