DS vs Sennheiser Smart Control Plus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DS
Control your amplifier wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet. Adjust volume, connect to your wireless network, and update your device's firmware. Ensure your device is updated for optimal performance.
- Wireless amplifier control
- Adjust output volume
- Connect to wireless network
- Check for firmware updates
- Install new firmware
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Control your amplifier from your phone. This app will allow you to adjust output volume. It will help you to put the speaker on your wireless network. No more need to look for Ethernet cables. You can also use this app to check for new firmware and stay updated with the newest features. If you have an old firmware version, especially after you did a factory reset you have to update the firmware for the app to work properly. In order to do a firmware update 1. make sure you connect the device to an ethernet internet connection 2. Use the app to connect to the device and go to the about page 3. Click firmware update, the message will say there was a problem checking for update then tap yes to update firmware anyway
Sennheiser Smart Control Plus
This application provides advanced control and personalization for compatible Sennheiser headphones. Users can customize audio, manage noise cancellation, update firmware, and locate their devices. It offers features like Sound Zones and a Fit Test for an enhanced listening experience.
- Firmware Updates
- Customizable Equalizer
- Sound Personalization
- Sound Zones
- Fit Test
- Find Headphones
- Noise Cancellation Control
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Introducing Sennheiser Smart Control Plus: The Ultimate Sound Control App for Your Sennheiser Headphones Compatibility: Sennheiser Smart Control Plus works with a wide range of Sennheiser products, including MOMENTUM True Wireless 5, ACCENTUM Clip, MOMENTUM 5, HDB 630, MOMENTUM 4, MOMENTUM True Wireless 4, ACCENTUM Plus, ACCENTUM, ACCENTUM True Wireless, MOMENTUM Sport, ACCENTUM True Wireless, MOMENTUM True Wireless 3, CX TW, CX Sport TW, CX TW Plus. Please note that feature availability may vary depending on the product. Experience unparalleled sound control and personalization with Sennheiser Smart Control Plus, the next-generation app designed to enhance your Sennheiser headphones. With a sleek, modern interface and a host of innovative features, Smart Control Plus puts you in command of your audio experience like never before. - Firmware Updates: Keep your devices running smoothly with the latest software and firmware updates. - My Sound: Customize your audio with a powerful combination of Equalizer, Sound Personalization, Sound Check, and EQ presets. - Sound Zones: Automatically adjust your audio settings based on your current location. - Fit Test: Ensure the perfect fit for your earbuds with our intuitive Fit Test feature. - Find Headphones: Never lose your headphones again with the built-in Find Headphones function. - Auracast Assistant: Seamlessly manage your Auracast-enabled devices. - Noise Cancellation and Transparency: Effortlessly configure and control noise cancellation and transparency settings. Upgrade Now: To access these exciting new features, please upgrade to Sennheiser Smart Control Plus. Enjoy enhanced stability, improved performance, and a future-proof app designed to evolve with your needs. Upgrade to Sennheiser Smart Control Plus and take control of your sound experience today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sennheiser Smart Control Plus at 72% against DS's 0%. Sennheiser Smart Control Plus also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (5K vs 9). DS's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). 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.
Sennheiser Smart Control Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sennheiser Smart Control Plus has 5K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of DS's written reviews are positive against 72% of Sennheiser Smart Control Plus's.
DS ships an update every 3 months, Sennheiser Smart Control Plus monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DS | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (9 ratings) | 4.8 (5K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 72.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 9 | 5K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 190 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ELAC Americas Inc. | Sonova Consumer Hearing GmbH |
Customer experience
DS
Sennheiser Smart Control Plus
Bugs and requests
DS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Sennheiser Smart Control Plus
Reported bugs
3 issues- Headphones not detected in sound personalization
- Headphones not connecting to app
- Firmware update issues
Requested features
4 requests- Widget for easier control
- Transfer devices from old app
- iPad mode
- Audio cable options
In-app purchases
DS
No in-app purchases
Sennheiser Smart Control Plus
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is DS free?
Is Sennheiser Smart Control Plus free?
Which has better reviews, DS or Sennheiser Smart Control Plus?
Do DS or Sennheiser Smart Control Plus have ads?
Which is updated more often, DS or Sennheiser Smart Control Plus?
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