SofaBaton vs Hegel Remote
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
Hegel Remote
Control your compatible Hegel amplifier remotely over your network. Adjust volume, mute, select inputs, and manage presets with ease. This app provides a convenient way to interact with your audio equipment.
- Network scan for amplifiers
- Manual IP input
- Eco mode control
- Volume and mute control
- Input selection and naming
- Preset volume settings
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This apps allow you to remote control Hegel amplifiers that support IP-control. (Röst, H95, H120, H190, H390, H590) FEATURES: - Scan network for Hegel amplifiers - Manual IP input - Eco mode on/off - Mute on/off - Volume control - Input selection - Fast preset volume settings - Volume interval preset (min, max) - Show/Hide inputs - Assign name to inputs DISCLAIMER: This app is not affiliated, endorsed or supported by Hegel in any way
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: SofaBaton at Free against Hegel Remote's $8.99. SofaBaton also leads on ratings volume (289 vs 9) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Hegel Remote's advantage is rating (3.3 vs 2.4) and review sentiment (74% vs 36%). On 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
SofaBaton is free to download; Hegel Remote costs $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Hegel Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SofaBaton has 289 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of SofaBaton's written reviews are positive against 74% of Hegel Remote's.
SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, Hegel Remote every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SofaBaton | Hegel Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $8.99 |
| Rating | 2.4 (289 ratings) | 3.3 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 36.4% of reviews | 73.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 289 — better | 9 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HTT IMPORT AND EXPORT INC | Thijs Langenhuijsen |
Customer experience
SofaBaton
Hegel Remote
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
Hegel Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SofaBaton
No in-app purchases
Hegel Remote
No in-app purchases
