Comparison

Integra Control Pro vs ALPINE_OPTIM

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

Head to head
About

Integra Control Pro

Control compatible Integra network products with your iOS device. Stream music from various services and your local library, manage playback, and adjust settings for your home theater system. Includes advanced features like Dirac Live sound correction.

Highlights
  • Music streaming (Pandora, Spotify, Deezer, Tidal)
  • Control music library from smart device/NAS
  • Remote control functions (play, volume, input)
  • Control connected Blu-Ray/TV via HDMI
  • Dirac Live sound field correction
  • Check audio/video formats
  • Turn on unit via Network Standby
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The Integra Controller is the official Integra remote control application that allows users to conveniently operate compatible Integra 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 Receivers and Pre Amps 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 Integra Control Pro. ・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.

About

ALPINE_OPTIM

This app uses your iPhone's microphone to automatically tune your car's audio system for optimal sound. It allows for easy setup of custom sound curves and connects wirelessly via Bluetooth.

Highlights
  • Automatic sound tuning
  • Acoustic condition measurement
  • Custom sound curve setup
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • iPhone microphone analysis
Features
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[Alpine unique sound tuning] Alpine’s unique sound tuning technology uses auto-tuning to measure the acoustic conditions inside your car, then corrects and optimizes the sound. Use your iPhone’s built-in microphone for easy analysis and measurement, ensuring ideal sound results. [Easy sound set up with professional equalizing] Once basic system configuration is complete with the PC app, you can easily set up your favorite target curve with your iPhone. The OPTIM sound tuning app will automatically adjust your sound system to the custom sound curve you have set. [BT connection] Connection to your "OPTIM™" system is a simple process via Bluetooth, and no special operation is required. Simply follow the guide in the app to connect and start tuning right away. [Supported model] Please note that the ALPINE OPTIM app is compatible with "OPTIM8" PXE-C80-88 and "OPTIM6" PXE-C60-60. [Note] Be sure to use the latest version of the software for optimal performance. Upgrade your car audio experience with the ALPINE OPTIM app.

Screenshots

Integra Control Pro4 screens
ALPINE_OPTIM3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ALPINE_OPTIM at 2.3 against Integra Control Pro's 1.8. ALPINE_OPTIM also leads on review sentiment (27% vs 10%). Integra Control Pro's advantage is ratings volume (66 vs 7) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14). 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

ALPINE_OPTIM holds the better App Store score, 2.3 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Integra Control Pro has 66 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 10% of Integra Control Pro's written reviews are positive against 27% of ALPINE_OPTIM's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and August 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Integra Control Pro versus ALPINE_OPTIM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIntegra Control ProALPINE_OPTIM
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (66 ratings)2.3 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews10.4% of reviews27.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings66 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer11 Trading Company LLCAlpine Electronics Marketing,Inc.

Customer experience

Integra Control Pro

All ratings66 ratings
Positive13.6%
Neutral12.1%
Negative74.2%
Written reviews48 reviews
Positive10.4%
Neutral2.1%
Negative87.5%

ALPINE_OPTIM

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive27.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative72.7%

In-app purchases

None

Integra Control Pro

No in-app purchases

None

ALPINE_OPTIM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Integra Control Pro free?
Integra Control Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ALPINE_OPTIM free?
ALPINE_OPTIM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Integra Control Pro or ALPINE_OPTIM?
ALPINE_OPTIM is rated higher. Integra Control Pro averages 1.8 out of 5 from 66 ratings, while ALPINE_OPTIM averages 2.3 from 7 ratings.
Do Integra Control Pro or ALPINE_OPTIM have ads?
Neither Integra Control Pro nor ALPINE_OPTIM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Integra Control Pro or ALPINE_OPTIM?
Integra Control Pro ships an update every 3 months, and ALPINE_OPTIM every 3 months. Most recently, Integra Control Pro was updated on September 17, 2026 and ALPINE_OPTIM on August 5, 2026.

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