# H3 Control vs IMAX

The clearest difference is rating: IMAX at 2.3 against H3 Control's 1.6. IMAX also leads on review sentiment (35% vs 19%). H3 Control's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IMAX sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. H3 Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

IMAX holds the better App Store score, 2.3 against 1.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 32 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of H3 Control's written reviews are positive against 35% of IMAX's.

## The numbers

| Metric | H3 Control | IMAX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.6 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/h3-control/id1438070344/reviews) | **[2.3 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imax/id1537376352/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **32** |
| Positive reviews | 18.9% of reviews | **34.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ZOOM Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/566291782) | [IMAX Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/671934663) |

## What reviewers say

### H3 Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/h3-control/id1438070344)

This app allows wireless control of the ZOOM H3-VR recorder using an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. It enables remote operation of recording, playback, file management, and settings adjustments, enhancing the recording experience.

**Highlights:** Wireless control of H3-VR recorder, Start/stop recording and playback, Add marks and make settings, Check input levels and battery charge, Monitor remaining recording time, Rename files and add notes, Set time using iOS device

**In-app purchases:** none


### IMAX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imax/id1537376352)

Discover upcoming films, documentaries, and live events. Save your favorite theaters to stay updated on showtimes and release dates. Access exclusive content like cast messages and digital art.

**Highlights:** Save favorite theaters, View showtimes and release dates, Browse film and event listings, Access exclusive cast messages, Download exclusive IMAX Art, Explore capsule collections

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hail Columbia | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fires of Kuwait | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pandas | $2.99 | one-time |
| Superpower Dogs | $3.99 | one-time |
| A Beautiful Planet | $4.99 | one-time |
| Journey to the South Pacific | $4.99 | one-time |
| Superpower Dogs  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pandas  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Deep Sky  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep7: Human | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep3: Deserts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep4: Freshwate | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep5: Forrests | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep6: Extremes | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep1: Coasts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep2: Ocean | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Beautiful Planet  3D | $5.99 | one-time |
| Journey to the South Pacific | $5.99 | one-time |
| Deep Sky | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎬 Immersive IMAX theater experience on Vision Pro
- 🎨 Stunning visual quality and display
- 🎭 Authentic theater atmosphere with seat selection
- 📱 Good app performance and loading speed
- 🎥 3D content available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes on splash screen
- ❌ Content loading errors frequently
- 📍 Location database outdated/incomplete
- 🌍 Poor international support (especially Australia)
- 💰 Rental-only model with limited purchasing options

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on splash screen or black screen
- Content loading error: 'There was an error loading the content'
- Unable to retrieve content in certain regions
- Login failures and authentication issues
- App crashes after initial use

**Requested features**

- Add option to purchase movies instead of renting
- Expand content library with major films (Dune, Oppenheimer, Interstellar, TRON, Lord of the Rings)
- Subscription model for unlimited access
- Update location database with new theaters
- Add support for multiple favorite theaters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is H3 Control free?

H3 Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is IMAX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, H3 Control or IMAX?

IMAX is rated higher. H3 Control averages 1.6 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while IMAX averages 2.3 from 32 ratings.

### Do H3 Control or IMAX have ads?

IMAX shows ads; H3 Control does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*