Comparison

Eddict Player vs Pine Player Remote

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

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About

Eddict Player

This app is a professional Hi-Fi lossless music player designed for audiophiles. It supports a wide range of audio formats and offers advanced file management features, including folder scanning and song search across internal and external storage.

Highlights
  • Hi-Fi lossless playback
  • Wide format support (APE, DSD, FLAC, etc.)
  • Folder-based browsing and scanning
  • Playlist management
  • Lyrics support
  • Wi-Fi File transfer
  • DLNA, AirPlay, NAS support
Features
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Eddict player is a professional hifi lossless music player suitable for enthusiasts. It supports full format, song classification management, sorting and playback of internal and external storage of the device. It is a professional hifi player integrating hifi full format playback and file management. We need to apply for manage in the following points_ EXTERNAL_ Storage permissions, and these functions are also the characteristics and core functions of our app, 1. App supports the specified arbitrary folder scanning function (including TF card stored externally), which meets the file and folder scenarios outside the dedicated storage space of the access application in the core use of the application in the file management of the application requesting to obtain "all file access rights"; 2. Support the folder browsing, scanning and song file search functions of all files, including external storage, such as TF card. The core purpose of the application that meets the search (on the device) of the application requesting to obtain "all file access rights" is to search the content scene in the files and folders in the external storage space of the device; 1. Support scanning of any specified folder; 2. Support all files, including folder browsing, scanning and song file search functions of external storage such as TF Card; Eddict App is an ad-free Hi-Fi music player developed for audiophiles. Supporting wide range of audio formats, including Hi-Res audio. Eddict App can be used as a wireless controller for range of devices from Shanling, YBA, ONIX and Myryad. Compatible devices: Shanling: M6、M6 Pro、M6 Ultra、M9、M8、M7、M3x、M3 Ultra、M5s、M2X、M0、Q1、CDS100(21)、EC3、H7、M0 Pro、XP10、ET3、H5、EH3、H2、SCD1.3; YBA: R100、S2 ONIX:OC93 Features: 1. Support for wide range of formats and Hi-Res audio: APE, DSD (DSF, DFF, DST), ISO, WAV, FLAC, AiFF, M4A, AAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, up to 384 kHz / 24 Bit. 2. Library browsing based on Album, Artist, Genre & Hi-Res. 3. Folder based browsing. 4. Support of Playlists, including import and export of user created playlists. 5. Lyrics support. 6. Wi-Fi File transfer, SyncLink, HWA LHDC Bluetooth codec. 7. DLNA、AirPlay、NAS support. 8. View, control and play songs in mobile phone or device by UPnP. 9. Brand new UI design. Please reach out to us with any questions or suggestions: Email: info@shanling.com Website: http://en.shanling.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShanlingAudio/ Reminder: Due to the USB protocol problem of the iOS system, the APP does not support the control function of the UA series.

About

Pine Player Remote

Control your Mac's music playback remotely. This app allows you to manage your music list and playback without needing to be at your computer, offering a convenient way to enjoy your tunes from a distance.

Highlights
  • Remote music playback control
  • Manage music lists
  • Convenient music enjoyment
  • Works with Pine Player Pro
Features
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Pine Player Remote — All-in-One Hi-Fi Music Player Pine Player Remote combines high-resolution and DSD playback, powerful EQ/DSP, DLNA network audio, CarPlay, NAS and cloud streaming, download management, and Pine Player desktop remote control in one Hi-Fi music player. High-Resolution Audio Play music from iPhone, iPad, external USB/SD storage, and the Files app. Supports drag & drop, Open in Pine Player, background and Lock Screen playback, Dynamic Island, Bluetooth, and AVRCP controls. Supports MP3, FLAC, M4A/AAC/ALAC, WAV, AIFF, OGG Vorbis, Opus, WavPack, APE, MPC, TTA, WMA, CAF, AC3, DTS, DSF, DFF, DST, and more. DSD & DoP Play DSF/DFF with DSD over PCM (DoP), DST-compressed DFF decoding, and Pine .dst support. DSD-aware sample-rate configuration and high-quality upsampling are also available. EQ & DSP Fine-tune your sound with a 12-band EQ, Pre Gain, Bass Gain/Frequency, adjustable Q values, and real-time L/R level meters. Choose from built-in and Extreme presets or create, save, and export your own EQ settings. DLNA, AirPlay 2 & Chromecast Automatically discover DLNA servers and renderers. Browse, search, stream, and download music from DLNA libraries, or cast local/DLNA music to a renderer with playback, seeking, and volume control. The built-in DLNA server can share music from your device. Output options include AirPlay 2, Chromecast/Google Cast, DLNA renderers, and Pine Player desktop. Apple Music Browse, search, and play your Apple Music library and playlists. CUE Support Open CUE files like folders and play or seek individual tracks. Local, SMB, FTP, and SFTP CUE files are supported. NAS & Cloud Streaming Access music from iCloud Drive, Google Drive, Dropbox, HTTPS links, DLNA, SMB/Samba, FTP, SFTP/SSH, and Pine Player desktop. Browse network folders, stream directly, and automatically reconnect interrupted sessions. Download Management Download individual files or folders with multi-selection, batch downloads, progress tracking, cancellation, retry, and resume. Download queues are restored after relaunching the app. Playlists & Smooth Transitions Manage the current queue, recently played tracks, favorites, and custom playlists. Enjoy shuffle, repeat, gapless playback, and adjustable 0–10 second crossfades. Pine Player Desktop Remote Automatically discover Pine Player on the same network and remotely control playback, seeking, playback modes, playlists, and EQ presets. Also includes LRC lyrics, album artwork, music search, detailed audio format information, a mini player, haptic feedback, Dark Mode, and portrait/landscape support. Your music, wherever it lives. Your sound, on the device you choose. Pine Player Neo connects local music and network audio in one Hi-Fi experience.

Screenshots

Eddict Player2 screens
Pine Player Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pine Player Remote at none against Eddict Player's 10. Pine Player Remote also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Eddict Player's advantage is review sentiment (20% vs 0%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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. Eddict Player sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Pine Player Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Eddict Player ships an update every 6 weeks, Pine Player Remote fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Eddict Player versus Pine Player Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEddict PlayerPine Player Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.3 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews19.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB56 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperShanlingSiseong Ahn

Customer experience

Eddict Player

Written reviews82 reviews
Positive19.5%
Neutral8.5%
Negative72.0%

Pine Player Remote

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Eddict Player

One-time10
  • 基础包1个月VIP套餐$0.99
  • 优选包1个月VIP套餐$1.99
  • 尊享包1个月Vip套餐$2.99
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  • 优选包3个月VIP套餐$3.99
  • 尊享包3个月VIP套餐$5.99
  • 基础包12个月VIP套餐$8.99
  • 优选包6个月VIP套餐$8.99
  • 尊享包6个月VIP套餐$12.99
  • 优选包12个月VIP套餐$14.99
  • 尊享包12个月VIP套餐$19.99
None

Pine Player Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Eddict Player free?
Eddict Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pine Player Remote free?
Pine Player Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Eddict Player or Pine Player Remote have ads?
Neither Eddict Player nor Pine Player Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Eddict Player or Pine Player Remote?
Eddict Player ships an update every 6 weeks, and Pine Player Remote fortnightly. Most recently, Eddict Player was updated on September 13, 2026 and Pine Player Remote on September 17, 2026.

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