Comparison

The Jukebox App vs Panasonic MAX Juke

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

Head to head
About

The Jukebox App

Transform any gathering into a dynamic music party. Curate playlists, discover new artists, and let friends contribute in real-time. This app is your ultimate companion for creating the perfect soundtrack for any occasion, from road trips to impromptu dance parties.

Highlights
  • Curate and optimize party playlists
  • Discover trending artists and local gems
  • Real-time playlist sharing
  • Crowd-voting for song selection
  • Social DJ features for friends
  • Remote playlist control
Features
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Top 10 Reasons to Download The Jukebox App – The Ultimate Music Party Companion: 1. Because your in-car concert should be a mobile party.
Blast your road trip playlist and turn your car into a rolling jukebox—complete with audience participation from every stoplight. 2. To prove your DJ skills crush your parents’ dinner playlist.
Flex your music knowledge and queue up indie bangers, party anthems, or deep house cuts. You’re not just listening—you’re curating. 3. For the eternal question: “Is this my pregame playlist or my chill-after playlist?”
Build and optimize your ultimate party playlists. Categorize, customize, and vibe at every turn. 4. For when “just one song” turns into a spontaneous dance party.
Cue up an impromptu living room rave. The Jukebox App makes every quick listen a full-blown jam session. 5. To tell everyone you loved that band before they blew up… even if it was last week.
Discover trending artists and local gems. Be the first in your group chat to drop the next big track. 6. Because every party, hangout, and solo mission needs a killer soundtrack.
From pregame hype to late-night wind-downs, The Jukebox App has the music to match your mood—and your moment. 7. To never be the one who says, “Uhh… I don’t know what to play.”
With crowd-voting, real-time playlist sharing, and social DJ features, the Jukebox App takes the pressure off and turns you into the MVP of the aux cord. 8. To earn your street cred as the group's official party DJ.
Queue up hits, control the playlist remotely, and let your friends add their faves in real time. Jukebox magic, no gatekeeping. 9. So your phone can finally host something actually fun.
Tired of boring apps and unused storage? Jukebox is your all-in-one music party app, ready for every vibe shift. 10. Because you deserve to own the vibe—anytime, anywhere.
Whether it’s 3 AM pizza or beachside bonfires, The Jukebox App plays what you need when you need it.

 Ready to queue the night away? Download The Jukebox App – your party, your playlist, your vibe. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Panasonic MAX Juke

Transform your compatible Panasonic mini system into a party powerhouse. Stream music via Bluetooth, manage playlists with friends, and control your device remotely. Customize lighting and enjoy YouTube audio for an enhanced entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth music streaming
  • Shared jukebox playlist
  • Remote control for mini system
  • Customizable DJ illumination
  • YouTube audio playback
  • Device settings via Bluetooth
Features
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Never thought of being a cool DJ hosting your own party? Panasonic MAX Juke App will take you to the next level of party with Panasonic compatible mini system. Bring your friends over and experience new party excitement. [Main features] 1. Music Player - Play songs on your smart devices via bluetooth. 2. Jukebox Request - Request and play songs from the internal or USB memory on mini system. - Share same request playlist with your friends at the same time. 3. Remote Control - Handy remote control function for compatible mini system. 4. DJ Illumination - Adjust product illumination from custom color and pattern. 5. Device Setting - Friendly and easy setting on smart device via bluetooth 6. YouTube - Enjoy Youtube sound on mini system. [Support model] ・Supported Music Output devices: - Panasonic SC-UA70/90 - Panasonic SC-TMAX5 [Attention] *1 In order to stream a music on the device by Bluetooth, the device first need to be paired. *2 Some features may not be supported depending on the model you purchased. For information on using this app, compatible models and feature or any trouble about this app, please visit the following support page. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/audio/app/max_juke/ios/index.html Please understand that we will not be able to contact you directly even if you use the “Email Developer” link.

Screenshots

The Jukebox App4 screens
Panasonic MAX Juke4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Jukebox App at 66% against Panasonic MAX Juke's 2%. The Jukebox App also leads on rating (4.0 vs 2.2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 14 months). Panasonic MAX Juke's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. The Jukebox App sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Panasonic MAX Juke asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Jukebox App holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 45 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of The Jukebox App's written reviews are positive against 2% of Panasonic MAX Juke's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Jukebox App ships an update fortnightly, Panasonic MAX Juke every 14 months. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
The Jukebox App versus Panasonic MAX Juke: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Jukebox AppPanasonic MAX Juke
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (45 ratings) — better2.2 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews65.7% of reviews — better2.5% of reviews
Number of ratings45 — better23
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 14 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.69.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB73 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperBenjamin BarnettPANASONIC ENTERTAINMENT & COMMUNICATION CO., LTD.

Customer experience

The Jukebox App

All ratings45 ratings
Positive75.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive65.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative34.3%

Panasonic MAX Juke

All ratings23 ratings
Positive30.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative69.6%
Written reviews363 reviews
Positive2.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative95.9%

Bugs and requests

The Jukebox App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Panasonic MAX Juke

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • App does not detect music center/devices
  • App only works in demo mode
  • App does not connect to iPhone/iPad
  • App is not compatible with iOS
  • App crashes or freezes
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  • App has not been updated for years
  • Device not appearing in the list
  • App not working with specific models (TMAX10, SC-UA7, SC-CMAX100, etc.)
  • Bluetooth connection issues
  • App not opening on iPhone
  • Demo mode cannot be exited
  • Sound issues (no sound, skipping music)
  • Connection issues after iOS updates
  • App not working on newer iPhone models
  • App not working on iPad
  • App not working on specific iOS versions (iOS 13.3, iOS 15)

Requested features

8 requests
  • Update app for iOS compatibility
  • Add support for more models
  • Improve connection stability
  • Add more features
  • Add Russian language support
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  • Add Spotify integration
  • Improve remote control display
  • Add file management options

In-app purchases

10 purchases

The Jukebox App

Subscriptions8
  • The Jukebox App - Premium$0.997 Days
  • Premium$1.997 Days
  • More Song Requests And Votes$2.991 Month
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  • The Jukebox App1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium Access3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • More Song Requests$4.991 Month
  • Swagger Jukebox3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Access$9.991 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access$5.99
  • Upgrade Guests$9.99
None

Panasonic MAX Juke

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Jukebox App free?
The Jukebox App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Panasonic MAX Juke free?
Panasonic MAX Juke is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The Jukebox App or Panasonic MAX Juke?
The Jukebox App is rated higher. The Jukebox App averages 4.0 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while Panasonic MAX Juke averages 2.2 from 23 ratings.
Do The Jukebox App or Panasonic MAX Juke have ads?
Neither The Jukebox App nor Panasonic MAX Juke shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Jukebox App or Panasonic MAX Juke?
The Jukebox App ships an update fortnightly, and Panasonic MAX Juke every 14 months. Most recently, The Jukebox App was updated on October 16, 2026 and Panasonic MAX Juke on October 16, 2026.

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