SofaBaton vs ELAC ProteK
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Bluetooth remote configuration
- IR code database access
- Device setup via online search
- Learning from original remotes
- Customizable button assignments
- Macro key sequence creation
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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
ELAC ProteK
This application allows users to remotely manage compatible Elac Protek devices. Users can schedule power on/off times and utilize voice control for hands-free operation. It helps protect your equipment by providing convenient remote access.
- Remote device control
- Schedule on/off times
- Voice control integration
- Equipment protection features
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Remotely control Elac Protek compatible models - Schedule on off time - Voice Control - Protek your equipment
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: ELAC ProteK at 4.4 against SofaBaton's 2.4. ELAC ProteK also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). SofaBaton's advantage is ratings volume (298 vs 16). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ELAC ProteK holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SofaBaton has 298 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | SofaBaton | ELAC ProteK |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (298 ratings) | 4.4 (16 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 36.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 298 — better | 16 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 123 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HTT IMPORT AND EXPORT INC | ELAC Americas Inc. |
Customer experience
SofaBaton
ELAC ProteK
Bugs and 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
ELAC ProteK
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SofaBaton
No in-app purchases
ELAC ProteK
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is SofaBaton free?
Is ELAC ProteK free?
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