# Rig Manager vs UAFX Control

The clearest difference is rating: Rig Manager at 3.7 against UAFX Control's 2.1. Rig Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (41% vs 9%). UAFX Control's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Rig Manager holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Rig Manager's written reviews are positive against 9% of UAFX Control's.

Rig Manager ships an update every 4 weeks, UAFX Control every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rig Manager | UAFX Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.7 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rig-manager/id1532734914/reviews)** | [2.1 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uafx-control/id1553495098/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **39** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | **40.8% of reviews** | 8.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 166 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kemper Digital GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532734916) | [Universal Audio](https://appshunter.io/developer/980695700) |

## What reviewers say

### Rig Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rig-manager/id1532734914)

This app allows users to create and manage custom guitar amplifier performances and rigs. It offers a convenient way to edit existing content wirelessly via a Wi-Fi connection.

**Highlights:** Create custom performances, Build custom rigs, Edit existing content, Wi-Fi connection editing, User-friendly interface

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### UAFX Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uafx-control/id1553495098)

This app enhances the functionality of Universal Audio's stompbox effects pedals. Users can customize pedal features, manage presets, and access new functionalities through firmware updates. It offers improved Bluetooth connectivity for faster and more reliable connections.

**Highlights:** Customize pedal features, Manage presets, Bluetooth connectivity, Firmware update support, OX Stomp editor

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy Bluetooth pairing
- 🚀 Presets load quickly
- 💡 Useful preset library
- 🔧 Firmware updates improve functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent Bluetooth connection issues
- 🐛 App crashes when trying to access pedals
- 🐛 Unreliable app performance
- 🤔 Limited preset customization options
- 🤔 Lack of visual feedback on preset settings

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after firmware updates
- Pedals not detected or recognized by app
- Registration process often fails
- Bluetooth connection randomly drops

**Requested features**

- Ability to freely assign pedal buttons
- Option to view and edit preset settings
- MIDI support for preset changes
- Landscape mode support on iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rig Manager free?

Rig Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is UAFX Control free?

UAFX Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Rig Manager or UAFX Control?

Rig Manager is rated higher. Rig Manager averages 3.7 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while UAFX Control averages 2.1 from 19 ratings.

### Do Rig Manager or UAFX Control have ads?

UAFX Control shows ads; Rig Manager does not.

### Which is updated more often, Rig Manager or UAFX Control?

Rig Manager ships an update every 4 weeks, and UAFX Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, Rig Manager was updated on September 19, 2026 and UAFX Control on September 22, 2026.

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