# ProRemote vs Studio Pass for VST Connect

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ProRemote at 54% against Studio Pass for VST Connect's 11%. ProRemote also leads on rating (3.3 vs 2.7) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 16 months). Studio Pass for VST Connect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.1). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ProRemote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year. Studio Pass for VST Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

ProRemote holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of ProRemote's written reviews are positive against 11% of Studio Pass for VST Connect's.

ProRemote ships an update every 4 months, Studio Pass for VST Connect every 16 months. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProRemote | Studio Pass for VST Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.3 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proremote/id286627793/reviews)** | [2.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studio-pass-for-vst-connect/id734468931/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **13** |
| Positive reviews | **54.4% of reviews** | 10.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 17 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.1 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Far Out Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/286627796) | [Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/316698251) |

## What reviewers say

### ProRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proremote/id286627793)

Control your audio applications wirelessly from your mobile device. Get real-time meter data and flying faders for hands-free operation across your studio. Offers virtual mouse and keyboard control for your audio machine.

**Highlights:** 32 channel touch sensitive control surface, Wireless control via Wi-Fi, Real-time meter data, Flying faders, Virtual mouse and keyboard, Supports multiple audio applications

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| XY Controller | $0.99 | per year |
| Remote Mouse | $0.99 | per year |
| MIDI Pads | $1.99 | per year |
| Advanced Features | $2.99 | per year |
| Fader Pack Three | $2.99 | per year |
| Fader Pack Two | $2.99 | per year |
| Fader Pack One | $2.99 | per year |
| Transports | $9.99 | per year |
| Unlock all Features | $21.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well with Mac and Pro Tools
- 👍 Superior features to alternatives
- 👍 Great app for mixing
- 👍 Responsive faders and meters
- 👍 Excellent customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ No Windows support
- ❌ Mac only
- ❌ No refunds
- ❌ Useless, wasted money
- ❌ Glorified remote fader

**Reported bugs**

- Server mismatch errors
- ProRemoteServer.bundle asks for incoming network connections on boot
- App crashes permanently
- App crashes on touch
- Buggy and almost never works

**Requested features**

- Windows version needed
- Vertical/horizontal scrolling options for knobs
- Slow slider/fader movement via key command
- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


### Studio Pass for VST Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studio-pass-for-vst-connect/id734468931)

This app allows clients to provide feedback on audio mixes remotely using an iOS device. It supports live video and talkback for clear communication, enabling clients to request changes or approve the final mix from anywhere.

**Highlights:** Remote client mix feedback, Live video communication, Talkback functionality, Real-time audio streaming, Client-side control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProRemote free?

ProRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Studio Pass for VST Connect free?

Studio Pass for VST Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ProRemote or Studio Pass for VST Connect?

ProRemote is rated higher. ProRemote averages 3.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Studio Pass for VST Connect averages 2.7 from 13 ratings.

### Do ProRemote or Studio Pass for VST Connect have ads?

Neither ProRemote nor Studio Pass for VST Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ProRemote or Studio Pass for VST Connect?

ProRemote ships an update every 4 months, and Studio Pass for VST Connect every 16 months. Most recently, ProRemote was updated on October 23, 2026 and Studio Pass for VST Connect on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*