Comparison

KENWOOD Remote vs Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier

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

Head to head
About

KENWOOD Remote

Control compatible car receivers wirelessly via Bluetooth. Adjust audio settings, view source information, and even use gesture controls for playback. It also functions as a standalone music player when not connected.

Highlights
  • Wireless remote control
  • Gesture control for playback
  • Standalone music player
  • Audio settings adjustment (EQ, Time Alignment)
  • Display receiver source information
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KENWOOD Remote is an application that connects and controls compatible KENWOOD car receivers via Bluetooth® like a wireless remote control. This application can also display KENWOOD car receiver’s source information on the smartphone’s screen, and enables the user to make an audio setting using application's easy to use graphic user interface. Application can also work as a free standalone music player application, when the unit is not connected to the headunit. INNOVATIVE GESTURE CONTROL You can command basic controls such as pause, skip or repeat simply by finger gesture operations on the screen of the smartphone. Also, you can make a search for a specific song, album or an artist from your playlist. RECEIVER SETTING USING SMARTPHONE GUI Audio settings, such as Time Alignment and EQ setting can be easily be set using the KENWOOD Remote application's easy to use graphic user interface. Note: Depends on the model. KEY FEATURES ・Remote Control Function (by Gesture Control or by Remote Control Screen) ・Standalone Music Player ・Receiver Setting(Depends on the model) ・Display Receiver Information CAUTION Do not operate any functions that takes your attention away from safe driving. System requirements: iOS8.0 and above

About

Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier

Enhance your music with powerful bass boosting and a 10-band equalizer. Optimize sound for your headphones with custom presets and enjoy immersive 3D audio. Includes audio visualizations and playlist management.

Highlights
  • 10-band equalizer
  • Bass booster
  • Headphone-specific equalization
  • 3D audio spatializer
  • Audio visualizations
  • Custom EQ presets
Features
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Create an incredible music experience with high-definition bass boosting and EQ amplification. This app features a low-frequency (bass) booster and a 10-band equalizer with fully customizable controls (includes a headphone-specific equalizer that optimizes sound based on your device) It also includes a 3D spatializer option, designed to deliver a unique and immersive listening experience. The equalizer comes with 15+ preloaded presets, including Normal, Classic, Dance, Flat, Acoustic, Electronic, Heavy Metal, Hip Hop, Jazz, Pop, and Rock. Additionally, you can create your own custom presets—a premium feature. The app also offers built-in audio visualizations to enhance both the visual and auditory experience. Features Summary: - 10-band equalizer - Headphone-specific equalization - Bass booster - 3D audio spatializer & positioning - Audio visualizations - 15+ equalizer presets - Custom EQ preset design - Intuitive player controls (Shuffle, Repeat, etc.) - Create & manage playlists - Sleep timer - Import from Dropbox, OneDrive, Files, & Wi-Fi - Audio effects (Reverb, Echo etc.) Note: DRM-protected files or Apple Music content are not accessible to users due to API restrictions. We apologize for any inconvenience. Full terms - https://dhwaper.notion.site/bassboosterterms Privacy Policy - https://dhwaper.notion.site/privacypolicy

Screenshots

KENWOOD Remote1 screens
Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier at 4.0 against KENWOOD Remote's 1.9. Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 6%) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). KENWOOD Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. KENWOOD Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier has 3.2K ratings behind it against 263, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 6% of KENWOOD Remote's written reviews are positive against 44% of Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KENWOOD Remote ships an update every 3 months, Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
KENWOOD Remote versus Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKENWOOD RemoteBass Booster & EQ Amplifier
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (263 ratings)4.0 (3.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews5.6% of reviews44.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2633.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB92 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJVCKENWOOD CorporationDhwaper

Customer experience

KENWOOD Remote

All ratings263 ratings
Positive18.6%
Neutral5.7%
Negative75.7%
Written reviews144 reviews
Positive5.6%
Neutral2.1%
Negative92.4%

Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier

All ratings3,180 ratings
Positive73.5%
Neutral5.1%
Negative21.4%
Written reviews311 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative50.8%

User reviews

KENWOOD Remote

From 263 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great when connected
  • 👍 Useful for controlling receiver settings

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequently disconnects
  • 🔍 Poor user interface and navigation
  • 🔌 Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • 🕰️ Resets clock on receiver
  • 🔀 Struggles to control USB playback

Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier

From 3.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent sound quality
  • 🚀 Powerful equalizer and bass boost
  • ⭐ Great customization options
  • 💯 Transforms music experience

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Restricted to iTunes library
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with some devices
  • 🤔 Confusing interface

Bugs and requests

KENWOOD Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Fails to connect consistently
  • Randomly starts playing audio
  • Displays incorrect album art
  • Crashes and freezes frequently

Requested features

4 requests
  • Landscape mode support for iPad
  • Gesture controls for volume and scanning
  • Faster, real-time EQ adjustments
  • Ability to browse music library on connected devices

Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when importing large music libraries
  • Playback issues with certain audio formats
  • Lag when adjusting EQ settings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Integrate with Spotify and other music services
  • Add ability to save custom EQ settings
  • Improve compatibility with DRM-protected files
  • Provide a one-time purchase option

In-app purchases

None

KENWOOD Remote

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$14.991 Year

Questions

Is KENWOOD Remote free?
KENWOOD Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier free?
Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, KENWOOD Remote or Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier?
Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier is rated higher. KENWOOD Remote averages 1.9 out of 5 from 263 ratings, while Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier averages 4.0 from 3.2K ratings.
Do KENWOOD Remote or Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier have ads?
Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier shows ads; KENWOOD Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, KENWOOD Remote or Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier?
KENWOOD Remote ships an update every 3 months, and Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier every 5 days. Most recently, KENWOOD Remote was updated on September 23, 2026 and Bass Booster & EQ Amplifier on September 23, 2026.

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