Comparison

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.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Fast photo/video transfer
  • Remote camera control
  • Multiple device support
  • Broad camera compatibility
  • Easy connection
Features
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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

Screenshots

MX5 Tech Remote4 screens
PlayMemories Mobile Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PlayMemories Mobile Connect sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. MX5 Tech Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
MX5 Tech Remote versus PlayMemories Mobile Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMX5 Tech RemotePlayMemories Mobile Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (21 ratings) — better1.3 (77 ratings)
Positive reviews36.8% of reviews — better1.6% of reviews
Number of ratings2177 — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB243 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperILSOFT LimitedChangsha Nongze Technology Service Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

MX5 Tech Remote

All ratings21 ratings
Positive52.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive36.8%
Neutral15.8%
Negative47.4%

PlayMemories Mobile Connect

All ratings77 ratings
Positive7.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative92.2%
Written reviews184 reviews
Positive1.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative98.4%

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

None

MX5 Tech Remote

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

PlayMemories Mobile Connect

One-time3
  • 半年会员$14.99
  • 永久会员$29.99
  • 两年会员$29.99

Questions

Is MX5 Tech Remote free?
MX5 Tech Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PlayMemories Mobile Connect free?
PlayMemories Mobile Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MX5 Tech Remote or PlayMemories Mobile Connect?
MX5 Tech Remote is rated higher. MX5 Tech Remote averages 3.2 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while PlayMemories Mobile Connect averages 1.3 from 77 ratings.
Do MX5 Tech Remote or PlayMemories Mobile Connect have ads?
Neither MX5 Tech Remote nor PlayMemories Mobile Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MX5 Tech Remote or PlayMemories Mobile Connect?
MX5 Tech Remote ships an update every 12 months, and PlayMemories Mobile Connect every 3 weeks. Most recently, MX5 Tech Remote was updated on July 5, 2026 and PlayMemories Mobile Connect on September 25, 2026.

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