MX5 Tech Remote vs PlayMemories Mobile Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MX5 Tech Remote
Control a diagnostic tool remotely via Bluetooth to scan fault codes, monitor engine data, and test various vehicle components. It also integrates with a "Wink/Sleepy Eye" mod for custom lighting effects.
- Remote device control via Bluetooth
- Fault code scanning
- Engine data monitoring (rev counter, battery voltage, O2 sensor)
- Component testing (switches, fan, fuel pump)
- Wink/Sleepy Eye mod control
- Customizable lighting patterns
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Plug in the MX5 Tech Diagnostic tool and use this app to remote control the device via blue tooth. All functions are available remotely including fault code scanning, rev counter, battery voltage, O2 Sensor, switch testing, fan test (MK1/NA only), fuel pump test etc. Also connects to the MX5Tech Wink/Sleepy Eye mod and allows the user to remotely perform winks, set sleepy eye mod on and off, adjust sleepy eye level, choose default wink patterns for 1,2,3, and 4 button presses and swap left and right lights. Securely links to only your wink mod until the wink mod is reset in the car to prevent others operating the device.
PlayMemories Mobile Connect
Connect your camera to a smartphone or tablet to quickly transfer photos and videos. Control your camera remotely for shooting, and enjoy broad compatibility with various camera models.
- Fast photo/video transfer
- Remote camera control
- Multiple device support
- Broad camera compatibility
- Easy connection
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Memories Mobile is a camera connection and control APP. Through this APP, users can easily connect the full range of cameras such as DSC, a7m4, a7m3, a6400, a6000, etc. to smartphones or tablets to achieve fast transfer of photos and videos. Connection control function: 1. Fast transfer: When users need to quickly transfer photos and videos during shooting, Memories Mobile provides efficient transfer function. Simply connect the phone to the camera to quickly transfer the captured content to the phone or tablet. 2. Multiple device support: Memories Mobile supports a variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, etc. This provides users with greater flexibility and is convenient for use in different scenarios. 3. Strong compatibility: Memories Mobile is fully compatible with cameras, including ILCE, NW-A77 and other models. This means that users can enjoy the convenience brought by this APP without changing the camera brand. In addition, we are also constantly improving the compatibility of camera devices, expanding the scope of device compatibility testing, collecting user opinions and suggestions, and constantly improving the compatibility testing of mainstream brands and models of mobile devices and cameras, and adapting to more camera models. For some users who use special camera models, they also hope that Memories Mobile can provide more compatibility support. 4. Remote shooting: Through Memories Mobile, users can easily remotely control the camera to shoot. No matter where you are, you can complete the shooting operation with just a tap on the phone. Models supported by Memories Mobile: A7 IV, A7RⅤ, A7C II, A7 III (stand-alone), A7C, A6700 (stand-alone body), A6400 (stand-alone), A6000, A7R III, A7R II, A7 II (stand-alone), A7R IV, ZV-1F, A7S III (stand-alone), A7CR, DSC-RX100M7, ZVE10, ZV-1 II (stand-alone body), ZV-E1 (stand-alone body), A1, A6300 (stand-alone), WX350, A5100, A7S II, A5000, A6400 standard single-lens set (SELP1650 lens), A7 III kit (FE 28-70mm OSS), A7RM4A (stand-alone), A7s IV, RX1R II, RX100 III, RX10 IV, A6600, A6100, HX400, W800, A6500 (stand-alone), A9, WX500, A9 III, A7 II kit (24-240mm), RX1R, ILCE-7RM3A (stand-alone), A5000 kit (E PZ 16-50mm), W830, RX100 II, ZV-E10 Mark II. In general, Memories Mobile supports A7RII (stand-alone), RX100V, RX10III, A7II (stand-alone), A6300, ILCE-6000, RX100III, RX100III, RX100, ILCE-6000 kit, ILCE-7 (stand-alone), ILCE-7R (stand-alone), ILCE-5100 kit, ILCE-5000 kit, A6500 (stand-alone), A7II kit (FE24-70mm), RX100IV, A7SII (stand-alone), A7RII kit (FE24-70mm), A7RII kit (FE24-240mm), RX1RII, RX100II, HX400, H400, RX1, WX220 and many other models. User feedback: We attach great importance to user feedback and suggestions. If you encounter any problems or have any suggestions while using our APP, please feel free to contact us through the following methods: Customer Service Hotline: 4009927082 Email: nongzekj@163.com Privacy Policy: https://kdocs.cn/l/cdxHByXwCAej User Agreement: https://kdocs.cn/l/cdpbTnhx9bQq
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MX5 Tech Remote at 3.2 against PlayMemories Mobile Connect's 1.3. MX5 Tech Remote also leads on review sentiment (37% vs 2%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). PlayMemories Mobile Connect's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (77 vs 21). On price, ads 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. PlayMemories Mobile Connect sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. MX5 Tech Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
MX5 Tech Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 1.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21 and 77 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of MX5 Tech Remote's written reviews are positive against 2% of PlayMemories Mobile Connect's.
MX5 Tech Remote ships an update every 12 months, PlayMemories Mobile Connect every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MX5 Tech Remote | PlayMemories Mobile Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (21 ratings) — better | 1.3 (77 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 36.8% of reviews — better | 1.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 21 | 77 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 243 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | ILSOFT Limited | Changsha Nongze Technology Service Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
MX5 Tech Remote
PlayMemories Mobile Connect
Bugs and requests
MX5 Tech Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
PlayMemories Mobile Connect
Reported bugs
3 issues- Inability to transfer photos after initial use
- Compatibility issues with newer camera models
- Unreliable connection between camera and phone
Requested features
3 requests- Free photo transfer option
- Improved camera connectivity
- Support for RAW file formats
In-app purchases
MX5 Tech Remote
No in-app purchases
PlayMemories Mobile Connect
- 半年会员$14.99
- 永久会员$29.99
- 两年会员$29.99
Questions
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