# Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

> Control multiple GoPro® Hero cameras with Low Energy Bluetooth.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.toolsforgopro.btremote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.toolsforgopro.btremote)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.toolsforgopro.btremote`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** M-Apps
- **Category:** PHOTOGRAPHY
- **Downloads:** 190,954
- **Rating:** 2.74 / 5 (469 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-01
- **First published:** 2021-02-20
- **Publisher country:** AT
- **Size:** 58 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.toolsforgopro.btremote)
- **Website:** [https://www.toolsforgopro.com/bluetoothremote](https://www.toolsforgopro.com/bluetoothremote)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.toolsforgopro.com/privacy](https://www.toolsforgopro.com/privacy)

## Description

**Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®** lets you control multiple compatible GoPro® cameras using low-energy Bluetooth, reducing battery use compared with Wi-Fi. Start and stop recording, tag moments, power cameras off, set the date and time, locate cameras with a beep, and view camera status including battery, storage, recording time, and media capacity.

Pro features include simultaneous multi-camera control, Protune and camera setting adjustments, custom presets for Hero 8 and newer models, full-screen live preview, media downloads, and Bluetooth keyboard support. The app supports a wide range of GoPro® Hero, Max, Fusion, Session, and newer camera models, with Wi-Fi control available for select older cameras. Not affiliated with or endorsed by GoPro Inc.

## Rankings

- #162,980 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ALL_DOWNLOADS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_DOWNLOAD_MANAGER`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`

## Review summary

Users appreciate that the app successfully controls certain GoPro models remotely and offers more straightforward multitasking than official apps. It's well priced for pro features and supports older cameras abandoned by GoPro. However, many reviews highlight that the free version is essentially unusable, connectivity issues are common, advanced features are locked behind paywalls, and the app can be unstable or hard to use without instructions. These issues make users hesitant to purchase without a trial, affecting overall satisfaction.

### Pros

- Works well with certain GoPro models like Hero 7, Hero 9, and Hero 5, providing remote control functions.
- Offers functionality to turn the camera on/off and start/stop video recording from the phone.
- More straightforward to use than GoPro's official Quik app for managing multiple cameras.
- Fairly priced pro upgrade (around $5.99 to $7) compared to the official GoPro remote.
- Provides a viable alternative for controlling older GoPro models no longer supported by official apps.

### Cons

- Free version is highly limited or non-functional, forcing users to pay upfront without a proper trial or demo.
- App often fails to connect or maintain a stable connection with various GoPro models, especially older ones like Hero 3 and Hero 4.
- Key features like live preview, media viewing, and advanced settings are locked behind a paywall or do not work properly.
- Frequent crashes and instability reported, including device restarts or app closing on installation, especially on low-end Android devices.
- No clear instructions or user guidance, making it difficult for users to understand app capabilities and functionality before purchase.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.toolsforgopro.btremote)