Comparison

MediaMaster® Remote vs GENBOX

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

Head to head
About

MediaMaster® Remote

Control your compatible JL Audio marine audio system wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet. Adjust volume, select sources, manage presets, and fine-tune audio settings from up to 35 feet away.

Highlights
  • Wireless audio control
  • Source selection
  • Preset access
  • Volume and zone controls
  • Tone and balance adjustments
  • Source-specific settings
Features
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JL Audio, the absolute leader in premium and high-performance marine audio products presents MediaMaster® Remote, the ultimate wireless controller for compatible source units. Designed to deliver comprehensive controls in the palm of your hand, this app permits untethered enjoyment of your marine audio system using your compatible wireless device, from up to 35 ft (11 m) away. Thanks to advanced Bluetooth® Low Energy technology and a clean user interface, you can easily navigate and command your audio system from your wireless device with the same familiarity as your MediaMaster®. Compatible JL Audio MediaMaster® source units: MM105, MM105-HR App functionality requires the latest source unit software installed: 1.0.1325 or higher Please visit the MediaMaster® Help Center for more info: http://www.jlaudio.com/MediaMaster-Support Main control functions include:
 Power ON/OFF
 Source selection
 Access to stored presets Audio source navigation All volume level controls (master & individual zone)
 All subwoofer level controls (master & individual zone)
 All tone & balance controls (master & individual zone)
 Source specific settings

About

GENBOX

Features
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GENBOX APP is for your all-in-one backup energy storage unit. Designed to critical load backup, it gives you reliable, quiet, and eco-friendly power when you need it most. With the app, you can: -Monitor in real time: Track battery status, inverter output, and runtime. -Flexible power management: Stack and manage expansion batteries for extended backup. -Stay powered through storms, camping trips, or daily use — all from the palm of your hand.

Screenshots

MediaMaster® Remote4 screens
GENBOX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GENBOX at fortnightly against MediaMaster® Remote's every 4 months. GENBOX also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16). On price, ads, 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

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MediaMaster® Remote ships an update every 4 months, GENBOX fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and June 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MediaMaster® Remote versus GENBOX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMediaMaster® RemoteGENBOX
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGarmin InternationalLithiumhub LLC

In-app purchases

None

MediaMaster® Remote

No in-app purchases

None

GENBOX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MediaMaster® Remote free?
MediaMaster® Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GENBOX free?
GENBOX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MediaMaster® Remote or GENBOX have ads?
Neither MediaMaster® Remote nor GENBOX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MediaMaster® Remote or GENBOX?
MediaMaster® Remote ships an update every 4 months, and GENBOX fortnightly. Most recently, MediaMaster® Remote was updated on June 11, 2026 and GENBOX on June 2, 2026.

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