Comparison

SofaBaton vs Magnetar Media Control

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth remote configuration
  • IR code database access
  • Device setup via online search
  • Learning from original remotes
  • Customizable button assignments
  • Macro key sequence creation
Features
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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

About

Magnetar Media Control

Control your Magnetar Blu-ray player remotely and browse media files from various sources. Enjoy seamless playback of music, videos, and pictures from USB devices and network shares.

Highlights
  • Remote control for Magnetar Blu-ray players
  • Browse media from USB and network shares
  • Play music, videos, and pictures
  • Media file indexing and searching
  • Playback control with repeat/shuffle
  • View currently playing media information
Features
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Magnetar Media Control allows you to control your Magnetar Blu-ray player in a whole new way. Simply connect the player to the same network as your mobile device, and your mobile device can completely replace the traditional remote control. It can also act as a media file browser, helping you browse and play music, videos, and pictures from your local USB devices and data discs, allowing you to enjoy the fun of movies and music at your fingertips, effortlessly and unprecedentedly. [Function Features] 1. Full support for media files on mobile devices, USB devices, DLNA servers, and SMB home sharing, enabling quick indexing and searching for the media files you want to enjoy. 2. Easier control of media file playback, including repeat/shuffle and other playback settings. 3. Access the currently playing screen to view information about the current media file. 4. Built-in virtual remote control interface that fully replaces the physical remote control, and can even be used together with the remote control without interference, working seamlessly together. [Cautions] 1. Your Magnetar Blu-ray player must be updated to a supported firmware version in order to use this app. Please visit the Magnetar Blu-ray official website to obtain the latest firmware version. 2. If you encounter any problems while using the MediaControl App, please send your feedback to our user support email: chenh@magnetar-audio.com [Supported Models] UDP800,UDP900 [Supported Firmware Versions] V836 and newer versions.

Screenshots

SofaBaton4 screens
Magnetar Media Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SofaBaton at 2.4 against Magnetar Media Control's 1.3. SofaBaton also leads on review sentiment (37% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SofaBaton holds the better App Store score, 2.4 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SofaBaton has 303 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of SofaBaton's written reviews are positive against 0% of Magnetar Media Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, Magnetar Media Control every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SofaBaton versus Magnetar Media Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSofaBatonMagnetar Media Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (303 ratings) — better1.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews36.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings303 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.614 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHTT IMPORT AND EXPORT INCMagnetar Technology Shenzhen Co.,LTD

Customer experience

SofaBaton

All ratings298 ratings
Positive32.9%
Neutral4.7%
Negative62.4%
Written reviews177 reviews
Positive36.7%
Neutral7.9%
Negative55.4%

Magnetar Media Control

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Magnetar Media Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SofaBaton

No in-app purchases

None

Magnetar Media Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SofaBaton free?
SofaBaton is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magnetar Media Control free?
Magnetar Media Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SofaBaton or Magnetar Media Control?
SofaBaton is rated higher. SofaBaton averages 2.4 out of 5 from 303 ratings, while Magnetar Media Control averages 1.3 from 3 ratings.
Do SofaBaton or Magnetar Media Control have ads?
Neither SofaBaton nor Magnetar Media Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SofaBaton or Magnetar Media Control?
SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, and Magnetar Media Control every 3 months. Most recently, SofaBaton was updated on October 26, 2026 and Magnetar Media Control on October 24, 2026.

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