ARMOURY CRATE

Control for ROG hardware

ARMOURY CRATE is a companion app for people using a compatible ROG laptop or supported ROG headset. It connects phone controls and status information to that hardware; it is not a general-purpose gaming or device-management app.

When paired with a laptop

For a ROG laptop, the app can connect by scanning a QR code shown on the computer. Once linked, it can display system status and let you adjust ARMOURY CRATE settings remotely. It also supports backing up and restoring gaming profiles through an ASUS account. These features are most useful when your laptop is the centre of your gaming setup and you want a few controls on hand from your phone.

For supported headsets

The listed headset support covers ROG Strix Go BT and ROG Cetra true wireless models. With a supported headset connected, you can check its battery level, adjust equaliser settings and choose ROG audio presets. The app also offers virtual surround sound. Low-latency gaming mode is limited to the true wireless series, rather than being a setting for every supported headset.

A specialised companion

ARMOURY CRATE makes sense if you already own compatible ROG equipment and will use its remote settings or audio controls. Without that hardware, there is little reason to keep it around. Its 1,000,000+ installs show a sizeable audience, while its 3.37 rating from 11,794 reviews suggests experiences are mixed. The developer is ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.