# BioLite Energy

> Utilities

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1146531562](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1146531562)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1146531562`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** BioLite LLC
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 2.70 / 5 (50 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1
- **Last updated:** 2019-06-14
- **First published:** 2016-09-10
- **Size:** 46 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/biolite-energy/id1146531562)
- **Website:** [http://www.bioliteenergy.com/products/biolite-baselantern](http://www.bioliteenergy.com/products/biolite-baselantern)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.bioliteenergy.com/pages/privacy-policy](https://www.bioliteenergy.com/pages/privacy-policy)

## Description

Enjoy remote control of BioLite Bluetooth Products with this centralized, easy-to-use app. [Note: this app is free to download but requires purchase of the BioLite BaseLantern or FirePit]

In this latest upgrade BASELANTERN users have improved connectivity and can unlock a suite of features including: Brightness & Color Control, Proximity Activation, Real-Time Battery Feedback, Sleep Timers/Alarms, Party Mode & BPM Music Matching, and remote control of BioLite SiteLight integration for overhead lighting.

For FIREPIT users, this app enables you to control Airflow Settings right from your phone as well as see real-time battery feedback on your Airflow Back so you can manage your energy according to your needs.

## Rankings

- #213,851 — Overall

## Review summary

The BioLite Energy iOS app shows potential with quick pairing, a clean UI, and convenient remote control of FirePit and Lantern XL. However, it suffers from widespread stability and Bluetooth issues, inaccurate battery readouts, feature gaps and inconsistent updates, and usability complaints that undermine reliability for many users.

### Pros

- One-time Bluetooth setup that often pairs quickly and connects right away.
- Clean, simple UI and easy-to-use interface when the app is functioning.
- Remote control of BioLite devices (FirePit and Lantern XL) from the app for turning lights on/off and adjusting settings.
- Stable Bluetooth connection across devices (works well even when other Bluetooth devices are connected, like a speaker).
- Generally handy and convenient for basic control and presets when the app is working.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes on launch and during use, with many users reporting the app crashes before it opens.
- Bluetooth pairing/detection issues requiring constant re-pairing and unreliable proximity sensors.
- Battery life indicator is inaccurate or lags behind the actual charge.
- Missing promised features and long periods without updates; BPM feature removed or not implemented; alarms/timers often don’t work.
- UI usability problems (dark background hard to read in bright light; slider controls are hard to grab; other small UI usability issues).

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