Comparison

SofaBaton vs LincStation

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

LincStation

Features
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The LincStation NAS app makes your phone the perfect companion for your NAS device. No matter where you are, you can easily back up your phone's photo albums, transfer files, and play music and videos. It supports multi-user access, enabling family or team members to share and manage content on the NAS. Experience efficient and convenient data management, making your digital life more organized.

Screenshots

SofaBaton4 screens
LincStation3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SofaBaton at every 2 weeks against LincStation's monthly. LincStation's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, LincStation monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SofaBaton versus LincStation: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSofaBatonLincStation
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (304 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews36.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings304 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB110 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHTT IMPORT AND EXPORT INCLincPlus

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

LincStation

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SofaBaton

No in-app purchases

None

LincStation

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SofaBaton free?
SofaBaton is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LincStation free?
LincStation is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SofaBaton or LincStation have ads?
Neither SofaBaton nor LincStation shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SofaBaton or LincStation?
SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, and LincStation monthly. Most recently, SofaBaton was updated on October 29, 2026 and LincStation on October 25, 2026.

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