Comparison

Melomania vs Emersa

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Melomania

Personalize your compatible Cambridge Audio Melomania True Wireless Headphones. Adjust sound settings, manage transparency mode, and locate lost earbuds. Keep your headphones updated with the latest firmware.

Highlights
  • Customized sound profiles
  • Transparency mode control
  • Find My Earphones location
  • Switchable control customization
  • Firmware updates
  • Battery level display
Features
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The Melomania app allows you to enhance your experience of compatible Cambridge Audio Melomania True Wireless Headphones. Personalise the settings of your Melomania headphones to ensure the best listening experience for you. Note: This App is not compatible with Melomania 1, Melomania M100 and Melomania P100. MELOMANIA HUB SCREEN Shows which Melomania True Wireless Headphones are connected, their battery charge level and allows access to additional features. TRANSPARENCY MODE Let the outside in. Transparency mode connects you to your environment without removing your Melomania True Wireless Headphones. CUSTOMISED SOUND Tailor the sound on your Melomania True Wireless Headphones with the 6 preinstalled EQ presets or create your own custom EQ setting. AUDIO MODE Switch between our ground-breaking High Performance Audio mode and Power Saving mode. FIND MY EARPHONES Lost your Melomania earbuds? The ‘Find My Earphones‘ feature shows the last place your phone was connected to them on a map. SWITCHABLE CONTROLS Use this screen to simplify the controls on your earphones, by switching off the controls you do not need. EARPHONES THAT GET BETTER AND BETTER Future firmware is easily updated on your Melomania True Wireless Headphones directly via the app.

About

Emersa

Features
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Take simple control of your Emotiva LX device with an intuitive remote and streaming app designed for everyday listening. Quickly adjust the volume, change inputs and listening modes, or select a simple EQ profile without navigating complicated menus. When you are ready to listen, easily access your favorite streaming services or play music from devices and storage connected to your network. Whether you are settling in for a movie, switching over to music, or making a quick adjustment from across the room, the Emotiva Emersa Control app keeps the controls you use most right at your fingertips. Features Simplified remote control: Access essential daily controls, including volume, input selection, listening modes, playback, and more. Quick sound adjustments: Choose from simple EQ profiles and channel trims to tailor your sound for different content and listening preferences. Easy access to streaming: Quickly open supported music services, including Spotify, Qobuz, TIDAL, and more. Wireless audio playback: Stream compatible audio content to your LX device using Apple AirPlay or Google Cast. Network music playback: Browse and play music from compatible UPnP servers and NAS drives on your home network. Local USB playback: Access compatible music files stored on a USB device connected to your LX product. Designed for Emotiva LX: Enjoy an app experience built specifically to complement compatible Emotiva LX devices. Spend less time navigating menus and more time enjoying your system.

Screenshots

Melomania4 screens
Emersa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Melomania at 13.0 against Emersa's 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Melomania versus Emersa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMelomaniaEmersa
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAudio PartnershipEmotiva Audio Corporation

Bugs and requests

Melomania

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Constant Bluetooth disconnects
  • Earbuds not charging (left earbud specifically)
  • App freezes or crashes
  • App won't recognize earbuds
  • Firmware update issues
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  • Left earbud not pairing
  • Location permission issues with app
  • Touch controls resetting
  • Unreliable 'Find my headphones' feature
  • Serial number input issues
  • App login/registration loop
  • Firmware not updating correctly
  • App not identifying connected earbuds
  • Bluetooth connectivity dropouts
  • Battery level indicator stuck
  • Headphone dropout issues
  • App not user-friendly
  • No dedicated iPad App

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add balance control
  • Add 'Find my headphones' feature
  • Dedicated iPad App
  • Make app compatible with Melomania 1
  • Toggle button for all touch controls
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  • Allow app use without headphones connected

Emersa

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Melomania

No in-app purchases

None

Emersa

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Melomania free?
Melomania is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Emersa free?
Emersa is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Melomania or Emersa have ads?
Neither Melomania nor Emersa shows ads.

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