Comparison

MO 4Media vs Vinyl Speed

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

Head to head
About

MO 4Media

Control your JRiver Media Center remotely and play media directly on your device. Stream audio, video, and images, with options for offline playback and casting to other devices. Requires JRiver Media Center software running on a computer.

Highlights
  • Remote control for JRiver Media Center
  • Local media playback
  • AirPlay and Chromecast casting
  • Offline playback
  • Playlist management
  • Wake-On-LAN support
Features
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MO 4Media is a remote control for JRiver Media Center (MC) software running on a computer (we have no affiliation with JRiver, Inc.). It also can play back media from the MC library locally to the device, play to AirPlay devices, and cast to Chromecast devices. A running copy of JRiver Media Center on a networked computer is required. You must enable "Media Network" in MC for you to be able to connect and access your media. See https://www.jriver.com to install and get more information. Features: - Control MC playback over WiFi with your device - Control separate zones and link/unlink playback between zones - Play audio/music files to your device with optional volume leveling/replay gain adjustment during playback, optional file conversion, and gapless playback for unconverted files - Play video files to your device with optional file conversion - View images on your device with optional file conversion - Run macros (list of network commands) when zones are selected or unselected. These can be MCC (control MC) or TCP (control networked A/V equipment). - On-screen volume buttons can control MC or networked A/V equipment volumes - Create, add files to, and edit playlists - Theater View remote control - Wake-On-LAN - Download files with offline playback - Seeking during playback - Custom UI colors - Option for Video playback in external player - Casting support - AirPlay support This version is now free to use without a subscription (no limitations). Notes: - To customize the library items that you can browse edit the MC options: "Tools | Options | Media Network | Advanced | Custom views for JRemote, Gizmo & Panel..." - Cover art is intentionally missing from screenshots but will display properly in the app with your library Privacy Policy: https://cncb-gh.github.io/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://cncb-gh.github.io/terms.html

About

Vinyl Speed

Features
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Vinyl Speed is the essential companion for any vinyl enthusiast seeking perfect playback. It transforms your iPhone into a high-precision tool that measures your turntable's rotational speed. Vinyl records sound their best when played at the exact right speed. Even minor deviations can alter pitch, tempo, and the listening experience. With Vinyl Speed, you can easily verify your turntable is spinning at precisely 33⅓, 45, or 78 RPM. FEATURES - Accurately measures turntable speed to two decimal places using your device's advanced motion sensors - Support for all standard vinyl playback speeds: 33⅓, 45, and 78 RPM - Choose between 15 or 30-second tests for different precision needs - 5-second countdown gives you time to place your device properly on the platter - Detailed analysis showing measured speed, deviation percentage, and accuracy rating - Real-time monitoring of rotational consistency to identify fluctuations - Receive practical suggestions when speed issues are detected - Save and review past measurements with custom notes to track adjustments over time No external hardware needed—just place your iPhone on your turntable platter and start measuring.

Screenshots

MO 4Media4 screens
Vinyl Speed4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MO 4Media at Free against Vinyl Speed's $3.99. MO 4Media also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and device support (3 vs 1). Vinyl Speed's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads 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

MO 4Media is free to download; Vinyl Speed costs $3.99 up front. MO 4Media sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per year. Vinyl Speed asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MO 4Media ships an update every 2 months, Vinyl Speed every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
MO 4Media versus Vinyl Speed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMO 4MediaVinyl Speed
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating3.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS10.3 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCraig BaldwinRick DeCost

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MO 4Media

Subscriptions1
  • MO 4Media Annual Subscription7 Days trial$6.991 Year
None

Vinyl Speed

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MO 4Media free?
MO 4Media is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vinyl Speed free?
Vinyl Speed costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do MO 4Media or Vinyl Speed have ads?
Neither MO 4Media nor Vinyl Speed shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MO 4Media or Vinyl Speed?
MO 4Media ships an update every 2 months, and Vinyl Speed every 5 months. Most recently, MO 4Media was updated on November 2, 2026 and Vinyl Speed on October 30, 2026.

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