SofaBaton vs Sunbeam Bedding S2
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
Sunbeam Bedding S2
This app allows remote control of heated bedding, offering features like scheduling, adjustable timers, and voice assistant integration. You can preheat your bed from anywhere and customize warmth with multiple heat settings and dual-zone control for larger sizes.
- Remote control via app
- Voice assistant integration (Alexa, Google Assistant)
- Adjustable auto-off timer
- Customizable schedules
- 10 heat settings
- Dual zone control (Q/K sizes)
- Rapid preheat function
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Control from Anywhere: Control the Heated Bedding from anywhere using the Sunbeam® app, voice assistants or wired controller. The Sunbeam app enables you to set a selectable auto-off timer for up to 10 hours and a scheduling option so you can get warmth when you want it. Use with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant voice-enabled devices for easy use, even in the dark. In-App Bonus Features: - Adjustable auto-off timer - Easily create schedules to automatically turn on/off your bedding - Preheat your bed remotely, from the other room or even outside the home Basic Features: - Power on/off - Select from 10 heat settings - For Q/K sizes, control each side of the bed independently with dual zones for customized warmth - Rapid preheat function: sets bedding to high setting for 30 minutes
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SofaBaton at 2.4 against Sunbeam Bedding S2's 1.6. SofaBaton also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 12 months) and review sentiment (36% vs 13%). 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.
SofaBaton holds the better App Store score, 2.4 against 1.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 289 and 81 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of SofaBaton's written reviews are positive against 13% of Sunbeam Bedding S2's.
SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, Sunbeam Bedding S2 every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and July 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SofaBaton | Sunbeam Bedding S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (289 ratings) — better | 1.6 (81 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 36.4% of reviews — better | 13.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 289 — better | 81 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 195 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HTT IMPORT AND EXPORT INC | Star Elite Inc. |
Customer experience
SofaBaton
Sunbeam Bedding S2
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
Sunbeam Bedding S2
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SofaBaton
No in-app purchases
Sunbeam Bedding S2
No in-app purchases
Questions
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