RCF LiveRemote vs PaceMix
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RCF LiveRemote
Control active speakers and subwoofers remotely via Bluetooth. Adjust internal mixer, EQ, reverb, and more. Supports dual mode for linked audio and control.
- Bluetooth remote control
- Internal digital mixer
- 3-band EQ and dynamics
- Bluetooth audio streaming
- Internal reverb and crossover
- Output system EQ and delay
- Dual mode linking
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The RCF LiveRemote App allows full control of several active speakers and subwoofers from your smartphone, via Bluetooth, and it has been updated to include the remote control of additional speaker models. If control-only is required, up to 8 speakers can be connected. When in Dual Mode (available for ART 91x-AX Models) only two speakers can be linked for both audio and control. The following RCF products are supported: ART 910-AX/912-AX/915-AX Single and Dual mode supported SUB 15-AX / SUB 18-AX Control-only Internal features are fully accessible via LiveRemote, and they vary depending on which unit is connected. For specific feature, please refer to the Product Reference Guide. FOR ART 9-AX SPEAKERS * 6-in, 2-out internal digital mixer, with STEREO or MONO setting * on all inputs: HPF, 3-band EQ is available * on channels 1 and 2: individual 48V on/off, dynamics block * Bluetooth audio streaming: on a dedicated input channel, in stereo or mono according to the selected mode * flexible ducker section * internal reverb REVERB with individual channel sends and 3 presets * internal crossover: with 4 USER locations and several presets to match the ART 9-AX with selected RCF subwoofer models * output system section: affects both speaker and SUB out; 5-band fully parametric EQ, up to 45 meters internal delay * Dual mode links both Bluetooth audio and control between two units, a Master and a Slave * when Dual mode is desired, it must must be enabled on the active speaker, in order to be visible from the app FOR SUB AX SUBWOOFERS * stereo input and outputs, to allow both 2.1 and 1.1 configurations * internal crossover: with 4 USER locations and several presets to match the SUB with several RCF speaker models * additional factory-tuned presets can be uploaded from the app to 4 USER APP locations; a full preset catalog update can be performed via firmware update with future upgrades * output system section: affects both SUB and crossover outputs; 8-band fully parametric EQ, up to 45 meters internal delay * grouping is possible for output levels (relative level control) and MUTEs * on more than one unit, output system sections can be linked from the app, so that delay and EQ are linked together. This option is ideal for 2.2 configurations * dual mode is not available on SUB models, as they do offer control via Bluetooth but not Bluetooth audio; SUB products can be linked for paired remote control COMMON FEATURES - On the SPEAKERS page, it is possible to view all available devices and select which one shall be connected; this operation needs to be restarted (DISCONNECT > SCAN > CONNECT) if the available devices change - Speaker name can be modified only on the physical display of the product itself - within the setup PAGE, it is possible to view delay lines values in feet by tapping on the Use Imperial Units Flag - VU Meters Enable (within the setup PAGE) creates a further tab on the lower bar, and shows the VU Meters of one unit only; it is intended for debugging audio connections
PaceMix
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Run, walk, or train to music that moves with you. PaceMix delivers professionally curated DJ mixes perfectly synced to your workout tempo. Pick your sport, choose your BPM, and hit play, the music stays locked to your pace from start to finish. MATCH YOUR PACE Select from a wide range of BPM options tailored to your sport. Running at 160 BPM? Walking at 100? We’ve got mixes for that. Use the built-in cadence tool to measure your natural step rate and find the perfect tempo. ADJUST ON THE FLY Speed up or slow down mid-workout with real-time BPM adjustment. Tap + or - to shift the tempo without changing the pitch, the music stays in key while you change gears. THREE SPORTS, ONE APP Running: 140–190 BPM mixes for every pace Walking: 80–120 BPM for steady strides HIIT: High-energy mixes for intense intervals STAY MOTIVATED Build daily workout streaks and complete 12 unique challenges, from your first workout to a 30-day streak. Track your progress and push yourself further. TAKE IT OFFLINE Download your favorite mixes and work out anywhere! No signal required. PREMIUM FEATURES Full mix library across all sports and BPMs All 12 challenges unlocked Offline downloads (up to 500 MB) Extended BPM adjustment range (±10 BPM) By downloading PaceMix, you agree to Apple's Standard License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pacemix.netlify.app/privacy-policy works seamlessly with Apple Health and supports background playback with lock screen controls so you can focus on your workout, not your phone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RCF LiveRemote at none against PaceMix's 2. RCF LiveRemote also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). PaceMix's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 weeks). On price and ads 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
Both are free to download. PaceMix sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. RCF LiveRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.
RCF LiveRemote ships an update every 6 weeks, PaceMix every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RCF LiveRemote | PaceMix |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RCF spa | Doe maar Deluxe |
In-app purchases
RCF LiveRemote
No in-app purchases
PaceMix
- Monthly$0.991 Month
- Yearly$7.991 Year
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