Comparison

Optoma ControlQ vs SofaBaton

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

Head to head
About

Optoma ControlQ

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ControlQ is a Optoma AIO APP control Software, helping you control their AIO LED display via a more convenient and faster way. User can switch the existed contents freely including videos and images, and upload your ideal one to play.

About

SofaBaton

Configure your physical remote control with this app. It connects via Bluetooth to access a vast database of IR codes for various home entertainment devices. Set up new devices, learn from original remotes, and create custom button assignments or macro sequences for simplified control.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth remote configuration
  • IR code database access
  • Device setup via online search
  • Learning from original remotes
  • Customizable button assignments
  • Macro key sequence creation
Features
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The app is used to set up and configurate the physical Sofabaton remote. The app uses Bluetooth signal to communicate with the Sofabaton remote control, giving access to the full database of IR code for home entertainment devices, such as TV's, SoundBar's, DVD's, etc. Devices can be set up by searching online IR code database or directly learning from original physical remotes. The app also gives you access to customizable functionalities such as assigning unique keys to certain buttons on the Sofabaton remote or creating macro key sequences so that you can enjoy the convenience of achieving certain activities by simply pressing one button. Features: -Online access to cloud-based database of Infrared Device -Universal search by device brand or type -Automatic setup on the Sofabaton remote using Bluetooth technology -Support both IR and Bluetooth remote protocol -Requires a Bluetooth Smart capable phone

Screenshots

Optoma ControlQ3 screens
SofaBaton4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Optoma ControlQ at 8.1 against SofaBaton's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Optoma ControlQ versus SofaBaton: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOptoma ControlQSofaBaton
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.4 (302 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—36.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—302 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOptoma CorporationHTT IMPORT AND EXPORT INC

Bugs and requests

Optoma ControlQ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

SofaBaton

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes during setup
  • Remote disconnects frequently
  • Buttons not responsive
  • Issues with firmware updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Backup and restore settings
  • Improved device support
  • Easier programming process
  • More advanced macro functionality

In-app purchases

None

Optoma ControlQ

No in-app purchases

None

SofaBaton

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Optoma ControlQ free?
Optoma ControlQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SofaBaton free?
SofaBaton is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Optoma ControlQ or SofaBaton have ads?
Neither Optoma ControlQ nor SofaBaton shows ads.

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