Comparison

Volumio Controller vs Mqtizer

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

Head to head
About

Volumio Controller

Control your Volumio music player remotely. Manage playback, browse your library, and control playlists and queues. Offers full control over your music experience, including system functions like shutdown and reboot.

Highlights
  • Playback control (play, pause, stop, seek, volume)
  • Browse music library and web radio
  • Manage playlists and favorites
  • View and edit current queue
  • System controls (shutdown, reboot)
  • Track search functionality
Features
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Volumio Controller is a simple tool to control your Volumio. The first time starting the app, you can fill in the ip-address of your Volumio in your local network. This is then saved on your phone for all the next times you open the app. Currently has the following features: (v1.6) Show playback info: - Title - Artist - Album art Playback control: - Play - Pause - Stop - Previous - Next - Random - Repeat - Seek - Change volume (Stepwise and freely) - (Un)mute Track options: - Add / Remove a track from favourites - Add / Remove a track from a playlist Queue: - Show tracks in current queue - Select a different track from this queue to play - Clear the entire queue - Remove a specific queue item Browsing: - Quick access buttons for: Playlists, Library, Favourites and Web radio. All other categories are accessed with the last button: Other. - Browse back and forth through the different categories - Custom search by typing a query. - Add a playlist/folder to the queue (if applicable) - Replace the current queue with one of the playlists/folders (if applicable) - Add a track to the queue - Replace the queue by a track - Creating a new playlist - Deleting a playlist - Removing a track from a playlist - Removing a track from favourites Controls: - Shutdown Volumio - Reboot Volumio - Continuous refreshing of info by default. Although this is not intensive, there is also an option to stop continuously refreshing. For example if you just need to change the volume and don't care about the info displayed.

About

Mqtizer

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MQTIZER is a powerful MQTT mobile client designed to revolutionise how you interact with MQTT communication in the IoT world. Seamlessly monitor, collaborate, and simulate MQTT data from your mobile device, empowering you with real-time insights and enhanced productivity. Key Features: Real-time Data Monitoring: Stay updated with live MQTT data from anywhere, whether on the shop floor, in the field, or on the move. Collaborative Workspaces: Effortlessly collaborate with your team by sharing brokers, templates, and messages in dedicated workspaces. Intuitive Data Simulation: Create engaging demos and test scenarios using the Sensor Keyboard feature, easily simulating sensor values. Streamlined Configuration: Configure and manage brokers, topics, and messages with user-friendly interfaces, simplifying your workflow. Multiple Device Support: Access MQTIZER on your mobile phone, tablet, or computer, ensuring seamless connectivity and debugging. How MQTIZER Enhances Your IoT Experience: MQTIZER is the go-to app for IoT developers, engineers, students, and professionals. Whether working in a manufacturing factory, a smart-home company, or pursuing IoT projects, MQTIZER brings convenience and efficiency to every stage of your journey. Elevate Your MQTT Communication: Experience the power of real-time data monitoring, collaborate efficiently with team members, and simulate sensor values effortlessly. MQTIZER revolutionises how you interact with MQTT, enabling smoother workflows, better insights, and heightened connectivity. Your IoT Companion Awaits: With MQTIZER, delve into the world of IoT with confidence and ease. Monitor, collaborate, and simulate MQTT data effortlessly, all in one user-friendly app. Discover the potential of MQTT technology with MQTIZER - your ultimate MQTT mobile client.

Screenshots

Volumio Controller4 screens
Mqtizer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Mqtizer at Free against Volumio Controller's $1.99. Volumio Controller's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On 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

Mqtizer is free to download; Volumio Controller costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Volumio Controller ships an update fortnightly, Mqtizer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and February 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Volumio Controller versus Mqtizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVolumio ControllerMqtizer
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGForce ProductionsSanyam Arya

In-app purchases

None

Volumio Controller

No in-app purchases

None

Mqtizer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Volumio Controller free?
Volumio Controller costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mqtizer free?
Mqtizer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Volumio Controller or Mqtizer have ads?
Mqtizer shows ads; Volumio Controller does not.
Which is updated more often, Volumio Controller or Mqtizer?
Volumio Controller ships an update fortnightly, and Mqtizer every 2 months. Most recently, Volumio Controller was updated on September 18, 2026 and Mqtizer on February 27, 2026.

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