Comparison

Firehawk Remote vs BTS for GX

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

BTS for GX

This app allows you to connect your BOSS GX-100 guitar effects processor to your iPhone or iPad via Bluetooth. You can download new tones, edit existing ones, and share your creations with a global community of musicians.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity with GX-100
  • Download additional tones (Livesets)
  • Tone editing functionality
  • Tone librarian
  • Access to BOSS TONE EXCHANGE
  • Share and download user Livesets
Features
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BOSS TONE STUDIO dedicated for GX-100. ●Connect the BOSS GX-100 and your iPhone/iPad via Bluetooth to use this app. * BOSS GX-100 (later than ver.1.10) and BluetoothR Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (BT-DUAL) are necessary to use this app. * Set up the Bluetooth connection in the Connection window displayed after the app is launched. ●BOSS TONE STUDIO incorporates convenient functions; ‘Download Function of Additional Tones (Livesets)’, ‘Tone Edit Function’, and ‘Tone Librarian Function’. ●This app provides an integrated access to the BOSS TONE EXCHANGE. Support share your original Livesets and download users Livesets around the world. * An active internet connection is required to access the BOSS TONE EXCHANGE.

Screenshots

Firehawk Remote3 screens
BTS for GX2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Firehawk Remote at 3.0 against BTS for GX's 2.2. Firehawk Remote also leads on review sentiment (28% vs 14%) and ratings volume (46 vs 15). On price, update cadence, 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

Firehawk Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 46 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Firehawk Remote's written reviews are positive against 14% of BTS for GX's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Firehawk Remote ships an update every 2 months, BTS for GX every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Firehawk Remote versus BTS for GX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFirehawk RemoteBTS for GX
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (46 ratings) — better2.2 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews27.8% of reviews — better13.5% of reviews
Number of ratings46 — better15
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLine 6Roland Corporation

Customer experience

Firehawk Remote

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

BTS for GX

All ratings15 ratings
Positive13.3%
Neutral26.7%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive13.5%
Neutral16.2%
Negative70.3%

In-app purchases

None

Firehawk Remote

No in-app purchases

None

BTS for GX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Firehawk Remote free?
Firehawk Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BTS for GX free?
BTS for GX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Firehawk Remote or BTS for GX?
Firehawk Remote is rated higher. Firehawk Remote averages 3.0 out of 5 from 46 ratings, while BTS for GX averages 2.2 from 15 ratings.
Do Firehawk Remote or BTS for GX have ads?
Neither Firehawk Remote nor BTS for GX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Firehawk Remote or BTS for GX?
Firehawk Remote ships an update every 2 months, and BTS for GX every 5 weeks. Most recently, Firehawk Remote was updated on October 21, 2026 and BTS for GX on October 22, 2026.

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