Features & Capabilities

BS Companion discovers Base Stations via Bluetooth and sends the required wake or standby commands. It is a lightweight utility designed for quick, direct control from your device.

Known issues: timeout message when the app returns from background on phone unlock. Not supported: shared access to the same Base Station v1.0 due to required Bluetooth pairing; and shared access to the same Base Station v2.0 when standby-mode indication is enabled. For issues or improvements, contact the developer.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Tino Schindel
Rating:
4.90
(53)
Version:
1.5 Last updated: 2024-09-14
Version code:
865220222
Creation date:
2020-10-10
Compatible devices:
Size:
3.03MB
Price:
1.99
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-07
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Tino Schindel
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bs-companion/id1533473030
Website:
https://www.orbitalzones.de/en/bscompanion.html

User Reviews

BS Companion is a simple, fast utility for powering SteamVR base stations on/off from iOS. It works across common hardware, requires no setup, and is praised for speed and reliability. Users value its ability to avoid unplugging gear and the developer’s responsiveness. Key drawbacks are occasional reliability issues and a strong desire for automation features like Siri Shortcuts or widgets. Some users report recent failures, though overall it remains a niche, time-saving tool for VR setups.
Pros
  • Simple and straightforward to use
  • Extremely fast: one tap to turn base stations on/off
  • No setup required and it works with multiple base station types (v1/v2; Valve Index; Vive Pro; etc)
  • Reliable across many setups and saves the hassle of unplugging equipment
  • Good value and the developer is responsive and maintains the app
Cons
  • Occasional reliability issues: some users report it stops working or can see base stations but cannot turn them off
  • Some reports of recent weeks where it quit working (potential iOS/Bluetooth/SteamVR-related problems)
  • Lacks automation features (no Siri Shortcuts, widgets) and users request Shortcuts integration
  • Not 100% universal: a minority report not being able to control certain base stations in some setups
Recent reviews
Right after I purchased and opened the app I immediately saw my three base stations on the screen and was able to instantly turn them off or on at will. Super easy to use and such a simple UI.
by Me*****, 2026-05-23

Allows you to make sure if your base stations are still on when they are not supposed to, u can just turn them off, worth every penny.
by C0*****, 2026-02-01

App working correctly now! I think there was an iOS bug!
by Em*****, 2025-09-25
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