Comparison

Oktiv vs Canton Smart

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

Head to head
About

Oktiv

Control your compatible connected audio device from anywhere in your home with this app. Easily access favorite content, select audio sources, adjust settings, and discover new audio.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi control from anywhere in home
  • Pin favorite audio content
  • Select audio sources
  • Discover new audio
  • Adjust volume and audio settings
  • Turn device on/off
  • Customizable presets
Features
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OKTIV enhances your compatible connected audio device – giving you more control and a better listening experience. The companion app connects to your device using your Wi-Fi network. As long as you are connected to the same Wi-Fi network you can control your connected audio device from anywhere in your home. Pin your favourite audio content (podcasts, radio stations and on-demand audio) to the ‘My Oktiv’ section of the app homescreen for quick and easy access. Use the app to select the audio source you want to play, discover new audio, change the volume and audio settings, and turn your connected audio device on or off. With customisable presets available for each source, you can quickly select a different station or song without having to search for it. Supported audio sources include Radio (Internet Radio, DAB, FM Radio), On-demand services (Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, Deezer, Podcasts) and Input (Line Input, Bluetooth, USB). The sources available in OKTIV depend on the functionality of your connected audio device. OKTIV is compatible with connected audio devices running IR 4.2.4 and above, check your device for more info. With OKTIV, you’re in control.

About

Canton Smart

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Welcome to Canton Smart - the easiest way to control your Canton Smart speakers and stream music. Enjoy seamless integration of your favorite music, radio stations, podcasts, and other audio apps for the ultimate listening experience. Key Features at a Glance: Intuitive Control: Effortlessly control your Canton Smart speakers through our app as a remote control. Adjust the volume, select audio sources, and modify settings for an optimal listening experience tailored to your preferences. Easily customize your soundbar to fit the room or connect it with other smart speakers. Music Streaming: Choose your favorite music from a wide selection of streaming services, discover thousands of podcasts and new radio stations for free, or utilize Deezer directly through the Canton Smart app. Experience detailed and high-quality sound thanks to high-resolution music streaming. Stream your favorite content from your smartphone to individual speakers or to a group of speakers if you have multiple Canton Smart speakers at home. Presets: With the 10 preset buttons in the Canton Smart app, easily play all content from internal apps like favorite radio stations or playlists from Spotify or Deezer. Additionally, all settings made at the time, such as volume, sound settings, and inputs, are saved. You can save all settings and playlists per device or all settings for an existing group of multiple Canton Smart speakers. This feature allows you to access your favorite radio station with just one button press every morning while another family member enjoys their favorite playlist on another device. Device Discovery: Easily find all devices not yet connected to the network via the Canton Smart app and effortlessly connect them using Apple AirPlay 2 or Google Chromecast. You can immediately see which new device needs to be added to your network and keep track of everything. Compatible Products: Smart Amp 5.1 Smart Connect 5.1 Smart Soundbar 9 Smart Soundbar 10 Smart Soundbox 3 Smart Sounddeck 100

Screenshots

Oktiv4 screens
Canton Smart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Oktiv at every 2 months against Canton Smart's every 4 months. Canton Smart's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). 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

Oktiv ships an update every 2 months, Canton Smart every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Oktiv versus Canton Smart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOktivCanton Smart
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews24.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrontier Smart Technologies LtdCanton Elektronik GmbH + Co.KG

In-app purchases

None

Oktiv

No in-app purchases

None

Canton Smart

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Oktiv free?
Oktiv is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Canton Smart free?
Canton Smart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Oktiv or Canton Smart have ads?
Neither Oktiv nor Canton Smart shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Oktiv or Canton Smart?
Oktiv ships an update every 2 months, and Canton Smart every 4 months. Most recently, Oktiv was updated on October 24, 2026 and Canton Smart on October 4, 2026.

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