Comparison

iRV Technologies Remote vs iN

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

Head to head
About

iRV Technologies Remote

Control your iRV Technologies devices remotely. Adjust audio zones, volume, and mute settings. Manage DVD and AM/FM functions, and switch modes for your entertainment system.

Highlights
  • Support for all iRV devices
  • Set audio zones (1, 2, 3, Z3)
  • Adjust volume and mute
  • DVD controls
  • AM/FM controls
  • Audio controls and music player integration
  • Switching modes and power off
Features
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iRV Technologies Remote -Support all iRV devices. -Set Zone Audio: 1, 2, 3, Z3. -Adjust volume and Set Mute. -DVD Controls. -AM/FM Controls. -Audio Controls, Can open system music player. -Switching Mode, Power off.

About

iN

Wirelessly control essential functions of your trailer. This utility app provides remote access to various trailer systems, enhancing convenience and functionality for trailer owners.

Highlights
  • Wireless trailer function control
  • Remote access to trailer systems
  • Enhanced convenience for trailer owners
  • Utility for trailer management
Features
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iN∙Command for Trailers controls key functions of your trailer wirelessly.

Screenshots

iRV Technologies Remote4 screens
iN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iN at 2.5 against iRV Technologies Remote's 2.1. iRV Technologies Remote's advantage is review sentiment (9% vs 0%) and ratings volume (59 vs 12). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

iN holds the better App Store score, 2.5 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 59 and 12 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 9% of iRV Technologies Remote's written reviews are positive against 0% of iN's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iRV Technologies Remote ships an update every 15 months, iN every 22 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iRV Technologies Remote versus iN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriRV Technologies RemoteiN
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (59 ratings)2.5 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews9.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings59 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 15 months — betterEvery 22 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPatrick Industries, INC.ASA Electronics, LLC

Customer experience

iRV Technologies Remote

All ratings59 ratings
Positive23.7%
Neutral5.1%
Negative71.2%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive9.3%
Neutral7.4%
Negative83.3%

iN

All ratings12 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative58.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

iRV Technologies Remote

Reported bugs

55 issues
  • Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • Connection drops frequently
  • App does not play music from iPhone via Bluetooth
  • App redirects to Apple Music for streaming
  • App lags and does not respond to controls
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  • App does not connect to newer iPhones
  • App loses connection intermittently
  • App does not provide feedback on user actions
  • App is not updated
  • App is incompatible with specific models (e.g., 6500BT)
  • App does not show station information
  • App does not indicate selected mode or speaker status
  • App fails to connect to the stereo
  • App shows connected but features are unusable
  • App does not have remote control features like directional arrows
  • App remote functionality does not work
  • App does not connect via Bluetooth
  • App does not see the iRV unit
  • App cannot control power or stations
  • App remote control is intermittent
  • App signal strength is poor at a distance
  • App is barely functional
  • App has poor user experience
  • App only reliably turns the unit on/off
  • App is poorly laid out
  • App does not work with iRV29 radio
  • App is overly simplistic
  • App does not indicate speaker status
  • App does not show selected mode without manual check
  • App and radio system have numerous issues
  • App does not allow remote setting adjustments
  • App is barebones and performs minimal functions
  • App lacks a help section
  • App requires trial and error to use
  • App zone buttons do not visually indicate active status
  • App Z3 button function is unclear
  • App has never worked on travel trailers
  • App music connection is limited to Apple Music
  • App does not allow streaming from other services
  • App remote control is not an adequate replacement for a physical remote
  • App does not play music over Bluetooth
  • App remote control cannot find paired iPhones
  • App disconnects and lags frequently
  • App has limited connectivity and poor quality
  • App works only occasionally
  • App remote functionality does not work for specific models
  • App is worse than useless for certain models
  • App cannot be activated remotely (ON-OFF)
  • App is buggy and lacks practical use case development
  • App falls short of commercial standards
  • App developer website is inaccessible
  • App shows connection but features are non-functional
  • App does not connect via Bluetooth
  • App cannot be found via Bluetooth
  • App is junk and worthless

Requested features

39 requests
  • Ability to set time presets
  • Feedback on current settings
  • More functionality than included remote
  • Play music from iPhone via BT
  • Intuitive interface
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  • Improved navigation
  • Better accessibility
  • Work with new iPhones
  • Consistent connectivity
  • Feedback on actions
  • Ability to stream Spotify or other apps
  • Control DVD menus
  • Control subtitles in movies
  • Show volume level on screen
  • Show station frequency on screen
  • Indication on screen of speaker zones on/off
  • Control for third zone
  • Indication on screen of selected mode
  • Show radio stations (FM/AM) on app
  • Indicate FM/AM band on radio mode
  • Allow assignment of music/streaming apps
  • Copy features from Jensen app
  • Show actual radio station when scanning
  • Improve remote functionality
  • Add directional arrows to remote interface
  • Include all necessary remote features
  • Make app look like a controller
  • Ensure RVs come with remotes
  • Make app work with 6500 series
  • Full remote functionality for 6500 series
  • Show FM/AM station on app
  • Allow remote ON-OFF activation
  • Improve testing and bug resolution
  • Develop from practical use cases
  • Update app to commercial standards
  • Provide developer support website
  • Show speaker zone status
  • Clarify Z3 button function
  • Improve signal range

iN

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iRV Technologies Remote

No in-app purchases

None

iN

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iRV Technologies Remote free?
iRV Technologies Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iN free?
iN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iRV Technologies Remote or iN?
iN is rated higher. iRV Technologies Remote averages 2.1 out of 5 from 59 ratings, while iN averages 2.5 from 12 ratings.
Do iRV Technologies Remote or iN have ads?
Neither iRV Technologies Remote nor iN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iRV Technologies Remote or iN?
iRV Technologies Remote ships an update every 15 months, and iN every 22 months. Most recently, iRV Technologies Remote was updated on September 20, 2026 and iN on September 13, 2026.

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