Comparison

AV Remote vs EventHorizn

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

Head to head
About

AV Remote

Control your Marantz or Denon AV receiver with ease. This app offers basic functions like power, volume control, and presets. It supports HEOS devices and integrates with Apple TV for a streamlined experience.

Highlights
  • Power on/off
  • Volume control
  • Volume presets
  • HEOS device detection
  • Apple TV integration
  • Quick Select feature
Features
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AV Remote is a simple remote that lets you control any recent Marantz or Denon AV receiver. There is an on/off button, volume controls, and three volume presets. That's it! If your receiver supports HEOS (Home Entertainment Operating System) then AV Remote should be able to automatically detect the device and let you control it. It's designed to work well with the Apple TV and its remote or app. A shortcut can also be configured to show the remote on your device. Settings are also available to use the AV receiver’s Quick Select feature and to show a power LED.

About

EventHorizn

Create personalized countdown timers for any event, from festivals to weddings. Share the excitement with friends and family through stunning, high-precision timers with custom backgrounds and live tracking.

Highlights
  • Personalized countdown timers
  • Customizable backgrounds
  • Live real-time tracking
  • Easy event sharing
  • Calendar event import
  • AI-generated art backgrounds
  • Advanced customization options
Features
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Turn anticipation into an art form with EventHorizn—the premier personalized countdown experience. From the first beat of a festival to the "I do" of a wedding, EventHorizn helps you track the moments that matter most. Create stunning, high-precision countdown timers that you can share with friends, ensuring the excitement builds together. Core Features (Free) Beautiful Countdowns: Create and manage countdowns for any upcoming event with a clean, intuitive interface. Custom Backgrounds: Personalize your timers by uploading your own photos to set the perfect mood. Live Tracking: Watch the days, hours, and minutes tick down in real-time. Easy Sharing: Send your countdown pages to friends and family with a single tap. Unlock the Full Experience with EventHorizn Premium Take your events further with our Pro features, designed for power users and creators: Smart Import: Save time by importing events directly from your calendar or external sources. AI-Generated Art: Can’t find the right photo? Describe your event and let our built-in AI generate a one-of-a-kind background image for you. Advanced Customization: Gain full control over your aesthetic with exclusive fonts, custom color hex codes, and unique timer styles. Unlimited Events: Create and store as many countdowns as your social calendar can handle. Why EventHorizn? EventHorizn isn't just a clock; it's a bridge to your next big memory. We combine powerful utility with high-end design to make sure the wait is just as beautiful as the destination. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AV Remote3 screens
EventHorizn3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: EventHorizn at 5.0 against AV Remote's 3.4. EventHorizn also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 59%) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 23 months). AV Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (23 vs 2). 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. EventHorizn sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. AV Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EventHorizn holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AV Remote has 23 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of AV Remote's written reviews are positive against 100% of EventHorizn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AV Remote ships an update every 23 months, EventHorizn every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
AV Remote versus EventHorizn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAV RemoteEventHorizn
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (23 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe IconfactoryLinnTech Solutions, LLC

Customer experience

AV Remote

All ratings23 ratings
Positive60.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative34.8%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative35.3%

EventHorizn

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

AV Remote

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

EventHorizn

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Premium Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is AV Remote free?
AV Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EventHorizn free?
EventHorizn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AV Remote or EventHorizn?
EventHorizn is rated higher. AV Remote averages 3.4 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while EventHorizn averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do AV Remote or EventHorizn have ads?
Neither AV Remote nor EventHorizn shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AV Remote or EventHorizn?
AV Remote ships an update every 23 months, and EventHorizn every 11 days. Most recently, AV Remote was updated on October 24, 2026 and EventHorizn on September 24, 2026.

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