Comparison

Smart Shuffle vs Gesturedeck

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

Head to head
About

Smart Shuffle

This music player brings back the classic album shuffle experience, playing songs in their intended order within randomly selected albums. It offers extensive customization for album selection and playback control, including CarPlay and Apple Watch integration.

Highlights
  • Album shuffle playback
  • CarPlay integration
  • Siri Shortcuts
  • Cloud album access
  • Enhanced album selection & filtering
  • Apple Watch interface
  • Sleep mode timer
Features
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Do you miss the old "Album Shuffle" on your Apple device? Here at Spudfish Software, we did, so we did something about it! Smart Shuffle: The Album-Centric Music Player Smart Shuffle brings album shuffle back to you, randomly shuffling your music and playing it back one album at a time with songs selected in the order that the artist intended. If you love albums, Smart Shuffle is the only music player you need! Version 4.0 also includes a host of new features to help you further take charge of your album collection! CARPLAY COMPATIBLE!!! - Tell Smart Shuffle to re-shuffle, play next album, play previous album, or view the next albums in your queue from our new CarPlay interface! SIRI SHORTCUTS - train Siri to tell Smart Shuffle to Shuffle Albums, Play Next Album or Play Previous Album PLAY ALBUMS FROM THE CLOUD - Smart Shuffle can now access your albums in the cloud, seamlessly adding them to your selection list. Have a bad data plan or spotty internet connectivity? Just turn off this feature from the Settings app for Smart Shuffle. ENHANCED ALBUM SELECTION - Sort your albums by Title, Artist, Genre, Composer, or Release Date - Filter the selection list to refine your selections. You can create an album playlist to match your mood by filtering on any combination of: - Artist - Genre - Grouping - Composer - Rating - Play Count - Date Added - Decade Released - Minimum Song Count - Inclusion in one of your Playlists - Cloud Availability - Filter by Selected to see only the albums you have currently selected for shuffling, or those that you haven't selected yet. - Start Album: Select the first album to play, then pick random albums thereafter. - Split Multi-Disc Albums: treat each volume of a multi-disc set individually APPLE WATCH INTERFACE - Control the playback of your album selections on your Apple Watch. Play or pause the current album, skip to the next album, or re-play the previous album. SLEEP MODE - Touch and hold the play/pause button for a second to request Sleep Mode - Smart Shuffle will automatically pause after 30 minutes, an hour, or after the current album. You'll get lulled to sleep listening to your favorite albums without missing a bunch of them while asleep! ANNOUNCEMENT AND DELAY - Smart Shuffle now comes with settings to announce each new album before it is played, and to delay for up to 30 seconds between albums to let you cleanse your musical palate. RESPONSIVE TO TOUCH EVENTS - Double tap the screen to play/pause music - Swipe left/right on the album art to skip to the next/previous album - Swipe left/right on the now playing information to skip to the next/previous song - Swipe down in the pull-tab to show your entire shuffled album queue. Swipe up to view the currently playing album art. - Touch the progress bar to change songs - Touch the time remaining to show the time of day that the currently playing album will end. Touch again to return to time remaining. - Touch and hold the progress bar to get a list of songs to choose from - From the Selection Screen, touch and hold an album to play it first in your shuffled list REMOTE CONTROL EVENTS - In addition to the usual remote control events (play/pause, next song, previous song), Smart Shuffle can now skip to the next/previous album using the "skimming" remote control events. Double-click and hold the remote control on headphones, or touch and hold the forward arrow on the remote control panel on your lock screen. If you quit the application, your music keeps playing. Open the Music app, and your Smart Shuffle mix is retained. Pop right back into Smart Shuffle to skip albums or select new albums to mix. Happy Shuffling! See our website for additional information, FAQ's and contact us to report bugs or request new features. http://spudfish.com/smartshuffle

About

Gesturedeck

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Introducing Gesturedeck: Elevate Your Audio Experience, Eyes-Free Tired of fumbling with your phone's screen just to change tracks or adjust the volume while you're on the move? Gesturedeck is here to revolutionize the way you interact with your favorite audio apps. It adds a touch of magic to your audio experience, allowing you to stay focused on what matters most. Why Gesturedeck? - Enhanced Control: Gesturedeck enables you to perform intuitive touch gestures without ever taking your eyes off your surroundings. Whether you're in the gym, on a run, or enjoying a ride (as a passenger), you can effortlessly control your audio playback. - Seamless Interface: Our interface is designed to prioritize your experience. You can skip tracks, adjust volume, and pause/play with ease, all while keeping your focus where it belongs. - Universal Compatibility: No need to limit yourself to a single music app. Gesturedeck works seamlessly with your favorite audio apps, including Spotify, Apple Music, Soundcloud, and YouTube, giving you the freedom to choose. - Try Before You Commit: We offer a free trial, so you can experience the magic of Gesturedeck before deciding to subscribe or grab a lifetime license within the app. New iOS 17 Feature: Song Recognition with Shazam Starting with iOS 17, Gesturedeck introduces a groundbreaking feature that allows you to identify songs using Shazam right from within the app. Now you can recognize music from third-party audio apps, car stereos using the microphone, and even when listening through headphones - a unique iOS 17 feature. Simply tap and let Gesturedeck and Shazam do the rest, making it easier than ever to discover new music on the go. How It Works: 1. Select Your App: Choose your preferred audio app from our menu or open it directly. 2. Hit Play: Start playback in Gesturedeck. 3. Intuitive Gestures: Control your audio using smart touch gestures without looking at your device. 4. Discover Music with Shazam: Tap to identify songs from your car's stereo using the microphone, third-party apps, or headphones. Eyes-Free Touch Gestures: - Slide two fingers up or down to adjust the volume. - Tap with two fingers to play/pause your music. - Swipe left to skip to the next track. - Double tap and hold with one finger to perform all gestures with a single finger. Unlock the Full Experience with Volumedeck: Experience Volumedeck, a feature that automatically adjusts your volume based on your speed, eliminating the need for constant volume adjustments. Get it with a subscription or as part of our lifetime license. Stay Awake: With Gesturedeck, your device's screen won't turn off while the app is open, ensuring it's always ready to respond to your touch. Adapts to Your Preferences: - Enjoy Dark Mode support, adapting to your device's settings. - Seamlessly switch between portrait and landscape orientations. - Experience Gesturedeck on both iPhone and iPad with our universal app. Spotify user? If you're a Spotify user, don't miss out on our "Tunedeck for Spotify" app, offering even deeper integration with Spotify's music service. Terms of Service: For more details, you can review our terms of service https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTVbeRETx9KniLLYFSjb_LudfFid_g-iBVR785krrS-0PKFicgMW8HqQy2wmpCNymbwz8f1E8SHJN20/pub Help and Support: Have questions or suggestions? Reach out to us anytime via the "Send Feedback" feature within the app or by emailing us at team@navideck.com. We value your input and are here to assist you. Elevate your audio experience with Gesturedeck – the app that puts you in control and helps you discover music effortlessly. Try it today and be ready to unlock the power of Shazam song recognition, even when listening through headphones, with iOS 17!

Screenshots

Smart Shuffle3 screens
Gesturedeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Gesturedeck at Free against Smart Shuffle's $1.99. Gesturedeck also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). Smart Shuffle's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On update cadence, ads 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

Gesturedeck is free to download; Smart Shuffle costs $1.99 up front. Gesturedeck sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Smart Shuffle asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Shuffle ships an update every 2 months, Gesturedeck every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 4, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Smart Shuffle versus Gesturedeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart ShuffleGesturedeck
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (36 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings36 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpudfish SoftwareNavideck Labs OU

In-app purchases

None

Smart Shuffle

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Gesturedeck

Subscriptions1
  • Gesturedeck standard$2.991 Month
One-time2
  • Volumedeck$5.99
  • Gesturedeck+ lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is Smart Shuffle free?
Smart Shuffle costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gesturedeck free?
Gesturedeck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smart Shuffle or Gesturedeck have ads?
Neither Smart Shuffle nor Gesturedeck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart Shuffle or Gesturedeck?
Smart Shuffle ships an update every 2 months, and Gesturedeck every 3 months. Most recently, Smart Shuffle was updated on September 4, 2026 and Gesturedeck on September 21, 2026.

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