TAP Kiln Control Mobile is (by far!) the highest rated kiln control app and the only one that offers true remote control. Note: All app reviews for the TAP Kiln Control Mobile, as well as the apps from other kiln controller manufacturers, were collected in August 2026 – you can view the most recent reviews on […]
TAP Kiln Control Mobile App
Have questions about TAP Kiln Control Mobile? This FAQ helps you connect your kiln controller to the highest rated kiln control app.
The KilnAid and KilnLink apps are free. Why do I have to pay for TAP Kiln Control Mobile?
Short Answer: Actually, Bartlett KilnAid and Skutt KilnLink are not free, and their paid tiers offer less functionality than the free version of TAP Kiln Control Mobile. Bartlett KilnAid and Skutt KilnLink apps both have paid subscription plans. They just aren’t actively advertised and provide a very limited feature set – neither app includes any […]
Why is there a subscription fee for the Premium Plan of the TAP Kiln Control Mobile app?
Short Answer: All subscription fees for TAP Kiln Control Mobile go directly back into the app for maintaining our servers, developing new features, and providing improvements for all users. Without these fees, we wouldn’t be able to provide TAP Kiln Control Mobile as a service for all of our users. While we’d love to be […]
I never got my “Remote Start” verification code. How do I fix it?
Short Answer: In order to receive the Remote Start verification code, you have to enable push notifications on your mobile device. Here’s how! Remote Start validation codes are sent via push notification. Please ensure push notifications are enabled on your mobile device. The steps are slightly different for iOS and Android devices: Plus, we have […]
What should I do if my Kiln Control Mobile app is showing my kiln as being ‘offline?’
Follow the instructions to troubleshoot the connection between your controller and TAP Kiln Control Mobile. First, you need to ensure that you’re connected to a supported network. TAP Controllers are only able to connect to wireless networks that meet the following requirements: 2.4 GHz wireless network with WEP, WPA, or WPA2 security. Unsecured networks are […]
Does the TAP Kiln Control Mobile app connect directly to the TAP Controller, or does it connect to a separate server first?
Please note: TAP Controllers connect directly to the TAP Kiln Control Mobile app through a secure, dedicated SDS Industries server. Your TAP Controller connects directly to an SDS Industries server. The TAP Kiln Control Mobile app connects to the same SDS Industries server. The database on the server is updated with data from your controller. […]
Can multiple user accounts monitor the same kiln from TAP Kiln Control Mobile?
Short Answer: No, any given TAP Controller can only be monitored and controlled from a single TAP Kiln Control Mobile user account. But there is a workaround… Each TAP Controller can only be monitored and controlled from a single TAP Kiln Control Mobile user account. However, if you want multiple people to be able to […]
Do I need a WiFi dongle to use TAP Kiln Control Mobile with my controller?
Short Answer: Only the original TAP Kiln Controller [discontinued] requires a separate WiFi Dongle to connect to a wireless network. All other TAP Controller models have integrated WiFi. As of 2025, every new TAP Kiln Controller has integrated WiFi and does not require a separately purchased WiFi dongle to connect to a wireless network. This […]
Is a desktop or web-based version of TAP Kiln Control Mobile available?
Short Answer: The TAP Kiln Control Mobile app is only available on iOS or Android. TAP Kiln Control Mobile is built from the ground up to be a mobile app. There is no desktop or web-based application. All TAP Controller remote monitoring and control must be completed through the TAP Kiln Control Mobile app on […]
How do I set up TAP Kiln Control Mobile and link my account to my TAP Controller?
Follow the instructions below to connect your controller to the TAP Kiln Control Mobile app… Please note: For the original TAP Controller, you will need to purchase the WiFi Dongle to connect to WiFi; TAP II, TAP II Pro, TAP Micro, TAP Monitor, and TAP&Go all have integrated WiFi. Before being able to link your […]