GoPro Remote Compatibility (All 4) Which Remotes Work With Each Model

GoPro makes 4 different remotes: The Remote, Smart Remote, Volta grip, and the Quik app. And there are many third-party remotes that also work with GoPro cameras. This GoPro remote compatibility guide details which remote works with each GoPro camera.

The newest GoPro remote (The Remote) is compatible with Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black (and Mini), Hero10 Black (and Bones), Hero9 Black, GoPro Max, and Hero8 Black. The other GoPro remotes include the Smart Remote, the Volta, the Quik app, and 3rd party remotes.

This guide is part of our large set of GoPro Tutorials.

GoPro Remote Compatibility by Remote Model

1. The Remote (7 Models)

The Remote by GoPro was released in December 2020. And it is currently compatible with 7 GoPro cameras.

1. Hero12 Black
2. Hero11 Black
3. Hero11 Black Mini
4. Hero10 Black
5. Hero10 Black Bones
6. Hero9 Black
7. GoPro Max
8. Hero8 Black

If you own the Hero8 Black or the GoPro Max, you can also use the Smart Remote (see item 4 on this list).

You can find The Remote on Amazon.

2. Volta Grip (7 Models)

The Volta grip is a combination tripod-grip-powerbank and GoPro remote. Volta is currently compatible with 3 GoPro cameras.

1. Hero12 Black
2. Hero11 Black
3. Hero10 Black
4. Hero9 Black

You can find Volta on Amazon.

Using a GoPro remote is a good alternative to GoPro voice commands.

3. Quik App (16+ Models)

The Quik app by GoPro is an app for your mobile device. Quik is compatible with almost all GoPro cameras, going back to the vintage Hero3 and Hero2 cameras.

Get Quik on Google Play or the App Store.

1. Hero12 Black
2. Hero11 Black
3. Hero11 Black Mini
4. Hero10 Black
5. Hero9 Black
6. GoPro Max
7. Hero8 Black
8. Hero7 Black
9. Hero6 Black
10. Fusion
11. Hero5 Black
12. Hero (2018)
13. Hero5 Session
14. Hero Session
15. Hero4
16. Hero3+ / 3 / 2

Hero10 Black Bones is not compatible with the GoPro Quik app.

4. Smart Remote (7 Models)

The Smart Remote by GoPro was released on November 21, 2012. And it is currently compatible with 7 GoPro cameras.

1. Hero8 Black
2. GoPro Max
3. Hero7 Black
4. Hero6 Black
5. Hero5 Black
6. Hero5 Session
7. Fusion

The Smart Remote is almost identical in size to the newer The Remote. It has 3 buttons on front, with an LCD screen. The Smart Remote has a proprietary charging cable.

While this has been discontinued on gopro.com, it is still available on Amazon and some other online vendors.

5. Third Party Remotes

There are dozens of GoPro remotes by other manufacturers. Some of the popular brands include Telesin (compatible with Hero11/10/9/8) and Suptig (compatible with Hero8/7/6/5/4/3, Max, and Fusion).

The features and compatibility depend on the remote model and your camera model. Make sure to choose a reputable brand to avoid frustration.

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GoPro Remote Compatibility by Camera Model

In the following list, you’ll learn which remotes are compatible with each GoPro camera.

Hero12 Black (4 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero12 Black camera.

1. The Remote
2. Volta Grip
3. GoPro Quik App
4. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero11 Black (4 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero11 Black camera.

1. The Remote
2. Volta Grip
3. GoPro Quik App
4. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero11 Black Mini (3 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero11 Black Mini camera.

1. The Remote
2. GoPro Quik App
3. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero10 Black (4 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero10 Black camera.

1. The Remote
2. Volta Grip
3. GoPro Quik App
4. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero10 Black Bones (2 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero10 Black Bones.

1. The Remote
2. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero9 Black (4 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero9 Black camera.

1. The Remote
2. Volta Grip
3. GoPro Quik App
4. Some 3rd Party Remotes

GoPro Max (3 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the GoPro Max camera.

1. The Remote
2. GoPro Quik App
3. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Find The Remote on gopro.com

Hero8 Black (4 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero8 Black camera.

1. The Remote
2. GoPro Quik App
3. GoPro Smart Remote
4. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero7 Black (3 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero7 Black camera.

1. GoPro Quik App
2. GoPro Smart Remote
3. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero6 Black (3 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero6 Black camera.

1. GoPro Quik App
2. GoPro Smart Remote
3. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero5 Black (3 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero5 Black camera.

1. GoPro Quik App
2. GoPro Smart Remote
3. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero4 (2 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero4 cameras.

1. GoPro Quik App
2. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Hero3+ / 3 / 2 (2 Remotes)

Here are the GoPro remotes that are compatible with the Hero3+ / 3 / 2 cameras.

1. GoPro Quik App
2. Some 3rd Party Remotes

Curious about which batteries work with each GoPro model? See our GoPro battery compatibility charts.

Learn more about using your GoPro remote in our Creators Guide to GoPro Remote Control

Your Turn

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