# Onkyo Controller

> Official remote control app for compatible Onkyo network audio and home theater products. (iPhone/iPad app by 11 Trading Company LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onkyo-controller/id1110608712 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [11 Trading Company LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1641485011)
- Category: Entertainment, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.20/5 from 603 App Store ratings · 492 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Norwegian Bokmål, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2016-09-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onkyo-controller/id1110608712/reviews.md

## What is Onkyo Controller?

Onkyo Controller is the official Onkyo remote control application that allows users to conveniently operate compatible Onkyo network products from their iPhone/iPod touch/iPad.
The intuitive, user-friendly interface makes it easy to get more from your AV home entertainment experience.

Main functions that can be operated through this application.
(1) Play music in each room or every room
- Lets you play music from music streaming services such as Pandora, Spotify, DEEZER and TIDAL, your music library on your smart device, or your NAS drive on compatible products.
- You can play your music via radio, Bluetooth and USB.

(2) Remote control functions
- You can operate general control functions (play/stop, control the volume, select the input source, etc.) from your smartphone.

(3) Operation of connected product（home theater product such as AV amplifier）
- Lets you control a Blu-Ray Disc player or TV that is connected to an AV amplifier or home theater product via HDMI.

(4) Dirac Live-enabled products measure automatic sound field correction. In addition, filters can be edited.

(5) Audio/Video formats of input and output can also be checked.

*By setting the “Network Standby” menu item in the unit’s initial settings to ON, you can use this application to turn on the power of the unit.

Compatible models
Network AV Receivers/Network Audio Player/Home Theater/Wireless Speaker in April 2016 or later

■ Please note
・To use Application it needs to read and agree Terms of Service.
・All models require a firmware update to use Onkyo Controller.
・Available Service depends on regions.
・Why Device's location is needed?  Answer: In order to set-up your wireless devices which are located around you, SSID and Access Point info is needed. There is no other purpose to use the information of Device’s Location.

## Key features

- Music playback from streaming services
- Control music library and NAS drives
- Remote control functions (play, volume, input)
- Operate connected Blu-Ray players and TVs
- Automatic sound field correction (Dirac Live)
- Check audio/video formats
- Turn on compatible units remotely

## What do users think of Onkyo Controller?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Supports Tidal and Spotify
- 🚀 Fast and responsive

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Unreliable performance
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with older devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App doesn't recognize receiver
- Fails to connect to Wi-Fi
- Loses connection during use
- Doesn't work with iOS 13 and newer
- Causes receiver to enter Direct mode unexpectedly

**Most requested features**

- Add support for Apple Music
- Improve Tidal and Deezer integration
- Allow customization of input names
- Add sleep timer and power off options
- Improve volume control and speaker balance adjustments

## Recent user reviews (10 of 492)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onkyo-controller/id1110608712/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Latest update is a EUA trap!

*2026-07-27, version 3.6.5*

I’M SO MAD!  I updated this app just to find out that I can’t use it unless I agree to an EUA for a Google product that I don’t use and don’t plan to use!  There’s no way out, you either agree or you can’t use the app!  RIDICULOUS!  It makes me feel like the whole app is being used to gather information about me regardless of using the Google app or not!  I’d give it less than one star if I could.

### 3/5 — Listening Options Need Work

*2026-07-27, version 3.6.5*

Controller has delayed connection but works good most of the time.  Biggest gripe is the lack of audio selectability.  Cycling through all the listening options is terrible. Give me a single button for a particular listening option. It defaults to surround which is one option “ahead” of DD. If I want to listen in Dolby Digital I have to cycle through the entire list. Lame.

### 1/5 — Constant connectivity issues

*2026-06-08, version 3.6.3*

My Onkyo receiver is Crutchfield’s Best Bang for the Buck of the Year, and for good reason. It sounds beautiful and provides all the power I personally need. Unfortunately, it’s also plagued by connectivity issues because of the app. 

I’ve owned the receiver for a couple of months, and during that time I’ve had to reinstall the app and go through the setup process many times—probably a dozen times. The app frequently loses its Wi-Fi connection, and then it loses connection to the receiver itself.

As a result, my listening sessions often begin with 20 minutes of troubleshooting and setup. That’s simply unacceptable for a product at this level. I’m keeping it for now in the hope that Onkyo addresses these issues with a future app update.

### 1/5 — No Connection

*2026-05-04, version 3.6.3*

RZ50 owner here. The receiver is great but the app is absolutely worthless. If I’m determined and have enough patience, I can cycle through unplugging my receiver and get it to connect temporarily.  It’s just not worth it though. I came from a Denon receiver and their app is much, much more reliable.

### 1/5 — Random

*2026-05-01, version 3.6.3*

Just failed to connect one day and never was able to connect again

### 2/5 — Why????

*2026-04-25, version 3.6.3*

The RZ70 is phenomenal! But then it’s dragged down by a glitchy, half baked app that works only when the planets align? Why Onkyo?

### 3/5 — Multiple bug fixes but problems continue

*2026-04-05, version 3.6.2*

I’ve been using this app since released and it’s still buggy.  I love it when it works, but it constantly disconnects from my LAN and won’t reconnect.  My TX-NR686 receiver and iPhone are still connected to the network but the app says it’s disconnected.  I have to delete the app and then setup again.  It won’t find the receiver so I have to manually configure.

### 1/5 — Mise à jour

*2026-04-04, version 3.6.2*

Depuis la dernière mise à jour impossible de me connecter. Proverbe qui dit ‘’ la patente marche bien, ne touche pas à la patente ‘’ où l’art de scraper quelques chose qui fonctionne.

### 1/5 — Bad app. Worthless

*2026-04-01, version 3.4.55*

Horrible useless app. Does not work. Buggy. Counter intuitive and dumb.

### 1/5 — Bad app. Worthless

*2026-03-16, version 3.4.55*

Horrible useless app. Does not work. Buggy. Counter intuitive and dumb.

## Frequently asked questions about Onkyo Controller

### What does the Onkyo Controller app do?

The Onkyo Controller app is the official remote control application for compatible Onkyo network products. It allows users to operate their AV receivers, network audio players, and home theater systems conveniently from their smartphone or tablet. You can control playback, adjust volume, select inputs, and even stream music from various sources.

### What are the main features of the Onkyo Controller app?

Key features include playing music from streaming services like Pandora, Spotify, DEEZER, and TIDAL, as well as from your local music library or NAS drive. It also provides general remote control functions, allows operation of connected devices like Blu-Ray players via HDMI, and offers automatic sound field correction for Dirac Live-enabled products. You can also check audio/video formats and turn on compatible units remotely.

### Is the Onkyo Controller app free to use?

Yes, the Onkyo Controller app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### Which devices are compatible with the Onkyo Controller app?

The app is compatible with Onkyo network AV receivers, network audio players, home theater products, and wireless speakers released in April 2016 or later. All compatible models require a firmware update to use the application.

### Why does the app need access to my device's location?

The app requests device location access to help set up wireless devices located around you. It needs SSID and Access Point information to facilitate this setup process. This information is not used for any other purpose.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.5 — 2026-07-27

misc bug fixes

### 3.6.4 — 2026-07-09

Added support for USB playback for MUSE series AVR

### 3.6.3 — 2026-04-08

misc bug fixes

### 3.6.2 — 2026-04-03

UI improvement and bug fixes

### 3.4.55 — 2026-01-29

UI improvement and bug fixes

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