# Harman Kardon Remote

> Harman Kardon remote control and music player for network-enabled products. (iPhone/iPad app by Harman International Industries.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/harman-kardon-remote/id549776020 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Harman International Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/419840205)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 218 App Store ratings · 326 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 72 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2012-08-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/harman-kardon-remote/id549776020/reviews.md

## What is Harman Kardon Remote?

Control and enhance your Harman Kardon products with this remote control and music player app. This is the centerpiece of your Harman Kardon ecosystem.

Highlights:
> Device Remote Control
Easily control all of your network-enabled Harman Kardon products.
 
> Music Streaming
Wirelessly stream content to your Harman Kardon products.
 
> Music Player
Manage your music content with custom playlists then play and control it straight from the app.

Compatible Models: Aura, Onyx, SB26, Sabre SB35, Go+Play Wireless, AVR 170, AVR 1700, AVR 270, AVR 2700, AVR 370, AVR 3700, AVR151, AVR1510, AVR161, AVR1610, AVR171, AVR1710, BDS 275, BDS 575, BDS 277, BDS 577, BDS 280, BDS 580, BDS 80S, BDS x35 and AVRs 151S, 161S, 171S, 1510S, 1610S, and 1710S. 

Visit harmankardon.com and check for the latest firmware update for your Harman Kardon product to assure compatibility with this app.

Note that Harman Kardon products that use wired network connections only, such as the AVR “x70” Series A/V Receivers and the Harman Kardon BDS "x75/77" Series Home Theater systems need to a wired Ethernet connection to your home network access point (router) in order to be discovered by this app. Control Wi-Fi-enabled products such as the AVR 370, AVR 3700 by connecting the product to your home network via wire or wirelessly.

## Key features

- Device remote control
- Network-enabled product control
- Wireless music streaming
- Custom playlist management
- In-app music playback

## What do users think of Harman Kardon Remote?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Works great with AVR1700
- 👍 Connects and works well with HK speakers
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Useful as a remote control

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections from network
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices and speakers
- 🐛 Clunky and outdated user interface
- 🐛 Limited functionality beyond basic volume and bass control
- 🐛 Fails to detect or connect to some HK devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Fails to connect to speakers/receivers
- Unresponsive controls
- Incompatible with latest iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Equalizer controls
- Remote power on/off functionality
- Ability to select Bluetooth as audio source
- Support for more HK devices
- Improved stability and reliability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 326)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/harman-kardon-remote/id549776020/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Garbage APP

*2026-06-18, version 4.5*

Junk

### 1/5 — Compatible Models???

*2025-11-22, version 4.5*

not able to connect to my SB35

### 3/5 — iOS26 - rien ne vas plus

*2025-09-18*

Habe die App gerne als Ersatz für die Fernbedienung genutzt. Leider wird mein Gerät unter iOS26 nicht mehr gefunden. Schade.

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2025-09-06, version 4.5*

Won’t connect to my hk onyx even though Bluetooth is in range, WiFi is on and connected to speaker

### 2/5 — HK Go + Play 3

*2025-08-31*

Poor, only volume control and nothing more…

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work at all?

*2025-07-06, version 4.5*

Like… I’m connected to my speaker, but it won’t share the WiFi. It seems like the app does nothing at all

### 1/5 — Inútil

*2025-05-18*

Não serve pra nada

### 1/5 — No longer works with SB26

*2025-04-26, version 4.5*

This app used to be good.  Now useless

### 1/5 — Lächerlich

*2025-03-14*

So eine sinnlose App hab ich noch nie ausprobiert. Alle Funktionen kann man auf dem iPhone auch ohne diese App erledigen. Diese App verlagert nur die sowieso schon vorhandenen Steuerelemente auf einen neuen Bildschirm, der dann auch noch völlig unübersichtlich ist.

### 2/5 — Old

*2025-01-04, version 4.5*

Old

## Frequently asked questions about Harman Kardon Remote

### What does the Harman Kardon Remote app do?

The Harman Kardon Remote app serves as a central control hub for your Harman Kardon ecosystem. It allows you to control compatible network-enabled Harman Kardon products remotely, stream music wirelessly to them, and manage your music content with custom playlists for playback directly within the app.

### What are the key features of the Harman Kardon Remote app?

Key features include comprehensive device remote control for all network-enabled Harman Kardon products, the ability to wirelessly stream music content, and a built-in music player that allows you to create custom playlists and control playback directly from the app.

### Is the Harman Kardon Remote app free to use?

Yes, the Harman Kardon Remote app is available for free. There are no associated costs to download or use its core functionalities for controlling your Harman Kardon devices and managing your music.

### What Harman Kardon products are compatible with this app?

The app is compatible with a wide range of Harman Kardon products including Aura, Onyx, SB26, Sabre SB35, Go+Play Wireless, various AVR models (e.g., AVR 170, AVR 1510), and BDS series systems (e.g., BDS 275, BDS 580). It's recommended to check harmankardon.com for the latest firmware updates to ensure optimal compatibility.

### How do I connect my Harman Kardon products to the app?

For wired network connections, ensure your Harman Kardon product is connected to your home network access point (router) via Ethernet. For Wi-Fi-enabled products, you can connect them either wired or wirelessly to your home network. Once connected, the app should be able to discover and control these devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.5 — 2018-08-10

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fix

### 4.0 — 2016-06-08

- Added support for the BDSx35 series
- Bugs fixed

### 3.8 — 2015-12-22

•Added support for the AVRs 151S, 161S, 171S, 1510S, 1610S, and 1710S
•Added support for the BDS 80S series with Spotify Connect
•Added support for the Aura with Spotify Connect

### 3.6 — 2014-02-17

- Fix app crash issue with Synology NAS;
- Remove tutorial;

### 3.5 — 2014-01-13

Support HK3700 and HK3770.

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