Comparison

Intercom Utility for KENWOOD vs Speaker Intercom

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

Head to head
About

Intercom Utility for KENWOOD

This utility app allows users to manage intercom groups, configure device settings, and save presets for FM radio stations and speed dials. It also provides access to guides and firmware updates for compatible Kenwood devices.

Highlights
  • Manage intercom groups
  • Configure device settings
  • Save speed dial presets
  • Preset FM radio stations
  • View Quick Start Guide
  • Manage pairing list
  • Get firmware updates
Features
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"*Note: The Kenwood Smartphone App only works with the Kenwood KCA-HX7C. ---------------------------------------------------- Introducing the Kenwood Smartphone App for the Kenwood KCA-HX7C. The Kenwood Smartphone App allows you to create and manage intercom groups, configure device settings, save up to 3 Speed Dial presets, save up to 10 FM radio station presets, and view the Quick Start Guide and the User's Guide. By simply pairing your phone with your headset, you can use the Kenwood Smartphone App for quicker and easier set up and management. Key Features: * Manage group lists * Group Intercom™ test * Save favorite groups * Manage paring list * Get updates on the latest firmware and notices * Quick Start Guide * Basic device settings * Set up speed dials * Preset 10 FM radio stations * Select camera modes and resolution To use the Kenwood Smartphone App, download the app and pair/connect your Kenwood headset to your mobile phone in the Bluetooth settings menu. Please contact us for support at sena.com. About Sena Technologies Inc. Sena Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of Bluetooth communication devices, including Bluetooth motorcycle intercom. Since its first and flagship product, the SMH10 Bluetooth intercom/headset for Motorcycle helmets, Sena has been a leading provider of Bluetooth communication systems for power sports and other outdoor activities. Sena offers its products worldwide through its global network of distributors, retailers and OEM partners. For more information on Sena Technologies Inc. and its products, please visit www.sena.com."

About

Speaker Intercom

Transform your phone into a powerful intercom system. Broadcast audio to any compatible speaker, use it as a walkie-talkie on your Wi-Fi, or send messages using text-to-speech with various voices and sound effects. Easily communicate across rooms remotely.

Highlights
  • Broadcast audio to Bluetooth, AirPlay, and Google Cast speakers
  • Walkie-talkie functionality on the same Wi-Fi network
  • Text-to-speech with voice and sound effect options
  • Remote communication across rooms
  • Push-to-Talk (PTT) for easy transmission
  • Approval required for audio transmission to devices
Features
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Easily broadcast audio to any room equipped with a speaker, whether it's a Bluetooth speaker, a speaker that supports AirPlay, Google Cast device, or other compatible hardware Use your phone as a walkie-talkie to connect with other app users that are on the same Wi-Fi network Use the text-to-speech feature to transmit audio generated from text. There are dozens of voice options and sound effects to choose from to generate the audio With the ability to talk over connected speakers, users can remotely communicate to any room in their house that has a compatible speaker. The app conveniently transforms a set of speakers into a robust intercom system. Transmitting audio is easy. Simply press the PTT (Push-To-Talk) button to start or stop transmitting audio to selected speakers. By default, all requests to transmit audio to a peer device must be approved by the device receiving the audio. Setup and control is easy and intuitive. Enjoy seamless audio distribution today!

Screenshots

Intercom Utility for KENWOOD3 screens
Speaker Intercom4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Speaker Intercom at 4.2 against Intercom Utility for KENWOOD's 1.0. Speaker Intercom also leads on ratings volume (26 vs 3). Intercom Utility for KENWOOD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Speaker Intercom sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Intercom Utility for KENWOOD asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Speaker Intercom holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speaker Intercom has 26 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Intercom Utility for KENWOOD ships an update every 3 weeks, Speaker Intercom every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Intercom Utility for KENWOOD versus Speaker Intercom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIntercom Utility for KENWOODSpeaker Intercom
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (3 ratings)4.2 (26 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings326 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSena TechnologiesRaymond Jones

Customer experience

Intercom Utility for KENWOOD

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Speaker Intercom

All ratings26 ratings
Positive80.8%
Neutral3.8%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Intercom Utility for KENWOOD

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Speaker Intercom

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99

Questions

Is Intercom Utility for KENWOOD free?
Intercom Utility for KENWOOD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Speaker Intercom free?
Speaker Intercom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Intercom Utility for KENWOOD or Speaker Intercom?
Speaker Intercom is rated higher. Intercom Utility for KENWOOD averages 1.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Speaker Intercom averages 4.2 from 26 ratings.
Do Intercom Utility for KENWOOD or Speaker Intercom have ads?
Speaker Intercom shows ads; Intercom Utility for KENWOOD does not.
Which is updated more often, Intercom Utility for KENWOOD or Speaker Intercom?
Intercom Utility for KENWOOD ships an update every 3 weeks, and Speaker Intercom every 2 months. Most recently, Intercom Utility for KENWOOD was updated on September 24, 2026 and Speaker Intercom on August 16, 2026.

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