# AK Connect 2.0 vs Eddict Player

The clearest difference is rating: AK Connect 2.0 at 2.6 against Eddict Player's 1.8. AK Connect 2.0 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (27 vs 4). Eddict Player's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Eddict Player sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. AK Connect 2.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.

AK Connect 2.0 holds the better App Store score, 2.6 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AK Connect 2.0 has 27 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of AK Connect 2.0's written reviews are positive against 20% of Eddict Player's.

AK Connect 2.0 ships an update every 8 months, Eddict Player every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AK Connect 2.0 | Eddict Player |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.6 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ak-connect-20/id1234139510/reviews)** | [1.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eddict-player/id1529232239/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **27** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **22.5% of reviews** | 19.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 130 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Meewang Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810152097) | [Shanling](https://appshunter.io/developer/957744781) |

## What reviewers say

### AK Connect 2.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ak-connect-20/id1234139510)

Control your audio playback from network-connected devices. Stream music from NAS and PCs, manage playlists, and control playback functions. Offers a streamlined interface for managing your music library and output devices.

**Highlights:** DLNA-based audio control, Stream music from NAS and PC, Playlist management, Playback control (Play/Pause/Volume), Select music storage devices, Select audio output devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Eddict Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eddict-player/id1529232239)

This app is a professional Hi-Fi lossless music player designed for audiophiles. It supports a wide range of audio formats and offers advanced file management features, including folder scanning and song search across internal and external storage.

**Highlights:** Hi-Fi lossless playback, Wide format support (APE, DSD, FLAC, etc.), Folder-based browsing and scanning, Playlist management, Lyrics support, Wi-Fi File transfer, DLNA, AirPlay, NAS support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 基础包1个月VIP套餐 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 优选包1个月VIP套餐 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 尊享包1个月Vip套餐 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 优选包3个月VIP套餐 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 尊享包3个月VIP套餐 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 基础包12个月VIP套餐 | $8.99 | one-time |
| 优选包6个月VIP套餐 | $8.99 | one-time |
| 尊享包6个月VIP套餐 | $12.99 | one-time |
| 优选包12个月VIP套餐 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 尊享包12个月VIP套餐 | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AK Connect 2.0 free?

AK Connect 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Eddict Player free?

Eddict Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AK Connect 2.0 or Eddict Player?

AK Connect 2.0 is rated higher. AK Connect 2.0 averages 2.6 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Eddict Player averages 1.8 from 4 ratings.

### Do AK Connect 2.0 or Eddict Player have ads?

Neither AK Connect 2.0 nor Eddict Player shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AK Connect 2.0 or Eddict Player?

AK Connect 2.0 ships an update every 8 months, and Eddict Player every 6 weeks. Most recently, AK Connect 2.0 was updated on October 21, 2026 and Eddict Player on October 24, 2026.

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