VIZIO Remote (Official) vs HobbyMax
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VIZIO Remote (Official)
Stream over 300 free live channels for news, sports, and entertainment on your mobile device. Control VIZIO devices, search across streaming services, and fine-tune audio with preset modes.
- Stream 300+ free live channels
- Control VIZIO devices
- Universal search across streaming services
- Personalized recommendations
- Voice control for entertainment
- Soundbar audio adjustments
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VIZIO Device Control and WatchFree+ FREE Live TV Stream 300+ free live channels anywhere—no VIZIO TV required! Plus, control your VIZIO devices and discover entertainment, all through the VIZIO Mobile app. WATCHFREE+ MOBILE: Free live channels, anytime, anywhere. • Stream 300+ Free Live Channels: Watch news, sports, movies, and shows on your mobile device —no VIZIO TV needed • Personalize Your Experience: Create favorite channels lists and get personalized recommendations • Stay Connected: Keep up with local sports, news, and entertainment on the go • Easy to Start: Just download the app and create a free VIZIO account to start watching • Smart Navigation: Find what you want faster with the category jump feature • Pick Up Where You Left Off: Seamlessly switch between devices when you start watching on a VIZIO TV TV and ENTERTAINMENT CONTROL: Transform your phone into a powerful entertainment hub. • Universal Search: Find what to watch across streaming services in one place • Smart Recommendations: Discover new shows and movies based on your interests • Voice Control: Launch apps and find content hands-free • Save Time. Stream More: Organize apps and manage subscriptions in one location • Share & Connect: Cast photos and videos to your TV with VIZIOgram SOUNDBAR CONTROL: Fine-tune your audio experience right from your phone. • Quick Audio Adjustments: Customize volume, bass, and treble with easy controls • Preset Sound Modes: Optimize audio for movies, shows, music, and more • Enhanced Listening: Enable features like ClearDialog and Night Mode for the perfect sound ——————————————————————— VIZIO Crave Speakers cannot output audio from TVs/displays or be connected as an additional channel to an existing sound bar or sound system. Additional supported SmartCast or Chromecast-enabled audio products are required (not included) for Multi-Room feature. Streaming different songs to different speakers at the same time is not supported when using a single app running on a single mobile device. To stream a different song to different speakers at the same time, you’ll need to stream from a different app or a separate mobile device. The applications and content pictured herein or described on this page may only be available in certain countries and languages, may require additional fees or subscription charges, and may be subject to future updates, modifications, interruption and/or discontinuation of service without notice. VIZIO has no control over third party applications or content and assumes no responsibility for the availability or interruption of such applications or content. Additional third-party terms, conditions and restrictions apply. High-speed/broadband Internet service and access equipment are required and are not provided by VIZIO. Not all Google Cast-enabled apps are integrated with VIZIO SmartCast and may require additional steps to cast. For help, please visit our Customer Help Center: support.vizio.com Terms of Use: https://www.vizio.com/en/terms/account-terms Privacy Policy: https://www.vizio.com/en/terms/privacy-policy
HobbyMax
Effortlessly track your reading journey with this app. Log books, record reading sessions, and visualize your habits. Its simple, distraction-free interface helps you stay organized and motivated, encouraging a break from social media.
- Log reading sessions
- Organize personal library
- Visualize reading history
- Distraction-free UI
- Track pages and timestamps
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Track your reading progress effortlessly. Log books, record reading sessions, and visualize your reading habits in one simple app. This app helps readers keep a detailed record of their books and reading sessions, with full control of their data. Whether you're tracking daily pages or maintaining a personal reading history, the app makes it easy to stay organized and motivated. Current Core Features (local only): - Add and organize books into your personal library. - Log reading sessions by pages and timestamps - View your reading history by date. - Simple, distraction free UI. A single user application for tracking reading logs for your own personal library. Learn to disconnect from addictive social media with our simplistic UI.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: HobbyMax at none against VIZIO Remote (Official)'s shown. HobbyMax also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). VIZIO Remote (Official)'s advantage is ratings volume (73K vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HobbyMax holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VIZIO Remote (Official) has 73K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
VIZIO Remote (Official) ships an update every 5 weeks, HobbyMax every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VIZIO Remote (Official) | HobbyMax |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (73K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 72.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 73K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #18 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 566 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | VIZIO | Tunturi Labs |
Customer experience
VIZIO Remote (Official)
HobbyMax
Bugs and requests
VIZIO Remote (Official)
Reported bugs
4 issues- Volume controls not working properly
- App crashing or freezing
- Inconsistent remote functionality
- Incorrect app behavior with accessibility settings
Requested features
4 requests- Headphone support
- Customizable button layout
- Improved TV settings integration
- Ability to control multiple TVs simultaneously
HobbyMax
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
VIZIO Remote (Official)
No in-app purchases
HobbyMax
No in-app purchases
Questions
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