Streambox IFB client vs Astral Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Streambox IFB client
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The audio feed can then be monitored by the reporter using an in ear monitor. This allows the reporter to receive cues and other information from the news bureau or headquarters. Streambox IFB System is part of a complete news gathering solution. Features Balanced Audio (GSM8, Speex8, Speex16, Speex32) Up to 20 channels per server connection Up to 20 definable presets (menu selection) Synchronize preset definitions from remote server Strong encryption for secure audio delivery Low latency
Astral Remote
Control and monitor Sound Devices Astral transmitters via Bluetooth LE. Adjust settings, manage recordings, and view real-time status information for seamless operation.
- Power transmitter on/off
- Monitor battery status
- Frequency and RF power setup
- Audio signal presence monitoring
- Microphone mute
- Transport controls (Record, Stop)
- Timecode display
- Media formatting and space monitoring
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When connected via Bluetooth LE to the Sound Devices Astral Mini Plus, Astral HH, Astral TX, or Astral Mini, Astral Remote offers control and display of the transmitter parameters, including: • Power on and off the transmitter • Monitor battery status • Frequency and RF power setup • Monitor audio signal presence • Microphone mute • Transport controls (Record, Stop) • Timecode display • Media formatting and monitoring of remaining space • Astral Mini Plus, Astral HH, Astral TX, and Astral Mini settings (Mode, power options, and more) • Group control of powering, recording, and more
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Astral Remote at every 2 months against Streambox IFB client's every 8 months. Streambox IFB client's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Streambox IFB client ships an update every 8 months, Astral Remote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and August 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Streambox IFB client | Astral Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.2 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 106 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Streambox Inc. | Sound Devices, LLC |
In-app purchases
Streambox IFB client
No in-app purchases
Astral Remote
No in-app purchases
Questions
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