Reviews of BootControl

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Total ratings

3.58 (Rating count: 206)

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Review summary

BootControl is a free Android app that reliably launches selected apps automatically on device boot across many devices. Users appreciate its simplicity and developer responsiveness. However, it has drawbacks such as occasional crashes, lack of advanced features like connectivity checks or app minimization, limited Android Auto integration, and some UI usability concerns. Despite minor issues, it remains a highly valued tool for auto-starting apps on boot for many users.

Pros

Effectively automates launching apps on device boot, working reliably on many devices.
Free of charge and provides a valuable function without cost.
Simple and straightforward to use, with some helpful features like easy removal of apps from the boot list.
Responsive developer support with quick issue resolution and useful guidance.
Compatible with a wide range of devices including Android phones and less common setups like Raspberry Pi and automotive head units.

Cons

App sometimes crashes or fails to start on certain older Android versions or less common devices.
Lacks advanced features such as waiting for internet connectivity before launching apps or minimizing apps after startup.
User interface has issues including poor app list ordering, difficulty finding apps, and absence of user guidance/tutorials.
Occasionally runs in the background unnecessarily after apps have launched, with no option to disable this.
Does not integrate or work well with Android Auto, limiting usefulness in car environments.

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User Reviews

Recent rating average: 4.00

All time rating average: 3.58

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25% (5)

Date	Author	Comment
2024-11-08	Be*****	Every time that I open from my lock screen, it goes into action, opening my start-up apps. Very much a nuisance app. If this is foxed, this app would be a winner. Samsungung Galaxy S22zplus, Android 14.
Every time that I open from my lock screen, it goes into action, opening my start-up apps. Very much a nuisance app. If this is foxed, this app would be a winner. Samsungung Galaxy S22zplus, Android 14.
2024-05-20	Se*****	Another superb Android application that works perfectly and it does not cost a penny. Could not be happier.
Another superb Android application that works perfectly and it does not cost a penny. Could not be happier.
2024-04-03	Sk*****	Great app that simply works. The only thing I'm missing is an option to wait for internet connection before starting apps, for example as another entry to the list, that pauses it's execution until connectivity is present.
Great app that simply works. The only thing I'm missing is an option to wait for internet connection before starting apps, for example as another entry to the list, that pauses it's execution until connectivity is present.
2023-10-12	Ja*****	Best app ever Boot use:to turn this phone i am currently typing this on to a "FIIO" flack player bc I am Shure not dropping 2grand on a beefy android that has glass with the softness of a z flip screen both front and back
Best app ever Boot use:to turn this phone i am currently typing this on to a "FIIO" flack player bc I am Shure not dropping 2grand on a beefy android that has glass with the softness of a z flip screen both front and back
2023-08-13	Tr*****	App crashes on startup on my Android 10 head unit. Other apps seem to install and run fine.
App crashes on startup on my Android 10 head unit. Other apps seem to install and run fine.
2023-03-26	No*****	Great - Does the job! Works flawlessly everytime on a Android Raspberrypi on my boat. Now that I know how easy it is to remove an app in the list, I'll be waiting a future upgrade with a 60 second delay (enough for the GPS and wi-fi sonar to get a good fix). Keep up the good work!
Great - Does the job! Works flawlessly everytime on a Android Raspberrypi on my boat. Now that I know how easy it is to remove an app in the list, I'll be waiting a future upgrade with a 60 second delay (enough for the GPS and wi-fi sonar to get a good fix). Keep up the good work!
2023-02-26	Pe*****	At last....an auto-starter that works!!! I've tried just about all the other auto-start apps in Play Store and NONE of them has worked!!! The reason for only 4 stars is there are a few inconveniences I'd like to see fixed, then definitely 5 starts:- Edit (2023/02/25) After receiving a very quick response from the author, I find that my "inconveiences" were unfounded. The app works as intended very well. Furthermore, this app has not missed one start-up (either reboot or cold power up).
At last....an auto-starter that works!!! I've tried just about all the other auto-start apps in Play Store and NONE of them has worked!!! The reason for only 4 stars is there are a few inconveniences I'd like to see fixed, then definitely 5 starts:- Edit (2023/02/25) After receiving a very quick response from the author, I find that my "inconveiences" were unfounded. The app works as intended very well. Furthermore, this app has not missed one start-up (either reboot or cold power up).
2022-10-18	Ta*****	Not sure if I'm doing something wrong or if this can't do what I want it to do. I have a Lincoln Corsair and a Galaxy Note20. When I connect my Android Auto, it automatically opens Google Maps which is very annoying. I thought I could use this to make JetAudio open instead but it won't work. This app isn't visible in my head unit Android Auto.
Not sure if I'm doing something wrong or if this can't do what I want it to do. I have a Lincoln Corsair and a Galaxy Note20. When I connect my Android Auto, it automatically opens Google Maps which is very annoying. I thought I could use this to make JetAudio open instead but it won't work. This app isn't visible in my head unit Android Auto.
2022-03-06	Na*****	This app worked great for me. I'm running a Moto G7 Power 2021, with Android 11. My use case was to auto start a volume booster on my phone whenever it booted. Thanks dev, for a really useful app. I would recommend to expand the drop-down box where you can select the app from the list, as there seems to be more space available to work with. Maybe also a quick intro telling people how to use it, such as insert delay, then app name from list. Thanks!
This app worked great for me. I'm running a Moto G7 Power 2021, with Android 11. My use case was to auto start a volume booster on my phone whenever it booted. Thanks dev, for a really useful app. I would recommend to expand the drop-down box where you can select the app from the list, as there seems to be more space available to work with. Maybe also a quick intro telling people how to use it, such as insert delay, then app name from list. Thanks!
2021-11-23	Ba*****	The best app working on Android 11, only if you can add "minimize after opening app on boot" function thıs can be great, thank you very much,
The best app working on Android 11, only if you can add "minimize after opening app on boot" function thıs can be great, thank you very much,