Comparison

Qu vs Smart Assist

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Qu

This app offers wireless mobile control for specific digital mixing consoles. It allows non-technical users to adjust essential parameters like levels and mutes, simplifying audio management for various applications.

Highlights
  • Wireless control for Qu mixers
  • Adjust input and master faders
  • Control mutes and mute groups
  • Manage send and group levels
  • Configure softkeys
  • Simultaneous iOS device support
Features
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Qu-Control release V1.93 for iOS devices. This version is for Qu mixers running V1.9* firmware. Qu-Control provides wireless mobile control for an Allen & Heath Qu digital mixing console.With simple configuration and set-up, it gives focused control of Qu consoles to those who only need access to some parameters, e.g. levels or mutes. Qu-Control works simultaneously with Qu-Pad and the Qu mixing consoles.Complex set-up of routing, levels and processing are carried out within the mixing console or Qu-Pad by an experienced user, then Qu-Control can be configured and used by non-technical users or when only a few parameters require adjustment. Typical applications include simple source selection to more complex venue audio management.Qu-Control can also be used to control send levels to a single mix for monitoring, recording or live streaming. The Qu range supports simultaneous connection of up to 8 iOS devices with up to two of these running Qu-Pad (for complete control of the mixer) and the rest running Qu-Control or Qu-You apps, all of which are available free from the Apple Store. Qu-Control allows for the following to be controlled in any Qu mixer: - Input Faders - LR On/Off buttons - LR On/Off Radio buttons - Master Faders - Input Mutes - Master Mutes - Mute Groups - Send Levels - Send On/Off buttons - Send On/Off Radio buttons - Group Send Levels - Group On/Off buttons - Group On/Off Radio buttons - Matrix Send Levels (not available for Qu-16) - Matrix Send On/Off buttons - Matrix Send On/Off Radio buttons - Softkeys Requirements: An Allen & Heath Qu-16, Qu-24, Qu-32, Qu-Pac or Qu-SB mixing console running V1.9* version firmware, with a suitable wireless router (wireless access point) connected to its Network port. The Qu mixer firmware and Qu-Control app maintenance version numbers ‘*’ do not need to be identical, for example Qu-Control V1.92 will work with Qu mixer V1.94. Refer to the Allen & Heath web site for more information and to download the latest Qu mixer firmware.

About

Smart Assist

This app simplifies the setup and operation of wireless microphone systems. It offers automated configuration, monitoring, and access to all system settings via a smartphone or tablet. Get your wireless system up and running in seconds with intelligent setup and helpful resources.

Highlights
  • Automated setup and operation
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • System monitoring
  • Access to all system settings
  • Frequency allocation and naming
  • Firmware updates
  • Support hub with tutorials and manuals
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Evolution Wireless Digital Smart Assist makes the setup and use of Sennheiser Evolution Wireless Digital simple and fast. Use your smartphone or tablet to connect via Bluetooth for an efficient setup and overview of your new wireless system. Smart Assist provides automated setup, operation and monitoring Smart Assist becomes the "engineer in your pocket." After installation of the app, you'll only need another 60 seconds to have your system set up and running, including pairing and automated frequency allocation. Intelligent setup automatically creates reliable wireless connections, no wireless expertise required Aside from instant access to all system settings, you'll find a brand-new support hub with video tutorials and detailed manuals to help get you started. Stay current with firmware updates accessible directly within the app. Mobile access to all system settings centralizes control, eliminating the need for complicated menu navigation on every device Automated setup of receivers and transmitters, frequency allocation, channel naming, muting and battery status are now only one tap away. Easy frequency allocation and naming of all wireless channels keeps systems organized Always stay on top of all your wireless systems, even when using 15 channels at the same time. Our coloring and naming feature helps you to exactly identify each channel. The optionally available color coding set helps to tag the hardware as well.

Screenshots

Qu4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Smart Assist at 39% against Qu's 0%. Smart Assist also leads on rating (2.9 vs 2.4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 47 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart Assist holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 38 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Qu's written reviews are positive against 39% of Smart Assist's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qu ships an update every 47 months, Smart Assist every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Qu versus Smart Assist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuSmart Assist
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (8 ratings)2.9 (38 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews38.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings838 — better
Update frequencyEvery 47 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAllen & Heath LimitedSennheiser electronic SE & Co. KG

Customer experience

Qu

All ratings8 ratings
Positive37.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative62.5%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral28.6%
Negative71.4%

Smart Assist

All ratings38 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive38.6%
Neutral6.8%
Negative54.5%

In-app purchases

None

Qu

No in-app purchases

None

Smart Assist

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Qu free?
Qu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart Assist free?
Smart Assist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Qu or Smart Assist?
Smart Assist is rated higher. Qu averages 2.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Smart Assist averages 2.9 from 38 ratings.
Do Qu or Smart Assist have ads?
Neither Qu nor Smart Assist shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Qu or Smart Assist?
Qu ships an update every 47 months, and Smart Assist every 3 weeks. Most recently, Qu was updated on September 19, 2026 and Smart Assist on June 11, 2026.

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