# TouchControl Universal Remote vs SoundFonts

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SoundFonts at none against TouchControl Universal Remote's 6. SoundFonts also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and review sentiment (75% vs 66%). TouchControl Universal Remote's advantage is price ($5.99 vs $7.99). On rating, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

TouchControl Universal Remote costs $5.99 and SoundFonts $7.99 up front. TouchControl Universal Remote sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. SoundFonts asks for nothing beyond the download.

SoundFonts holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 37 and 146 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of TouchControl Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 75% of SoundFonts's.

TouchControl Universal Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, SoundFonts every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TouchControl Universal Remote | SoundFonts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$5.99** | $7.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchcontrol-universal-remote/id360139270/reviews) | **[4.4 (146 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundfonts/id1453325077/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 37 | **146** |
| Positive reviews | 66.2% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #197 | **#39** |
| Size | 40 MB | 187 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Touch App Technologies, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/360139273) | [Brad Howes](https://appshunter.io/developer/430573224) |

## What reviewers say

### TouchControl Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchcontrol-universal-remote/id360139270)

**Currently charting:** #197 Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

Transform your iOS device into a universal remote for your network, PC, and infrared devices. Design custom control screens and automate tasks with extensive device support and scripting capabilities.

**Highlights:** Universal network, PC, and IR remote, Customizable control screens, Direct device-to-device control, Integrated IR code database, Windows PC mouse & keyboard control, Automation scripting with Javascript, Apple Watch activity support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IRCommand2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| AutoHotKey | $1.99 | one-time |
| Global Caché | $1.99 | one-time |
| iRTrans | $1.99 | one-time |
| Web Server | $2.99 | one-time |
| VoiceControl | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful and flexible customization
- 💡 Replaces iRule effectively
- 👍 Excellent and responsive tech support
- 💰 Great value for the price
- 🔌 Integrates with various devices and software

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Steep learning curve
- 💻 Requires PC/server software
- 🤔 Complex and confusing for some
- 🐛 App crashes after updates
- 🚫 Not user-friendly for novices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after update
- Cannot login to new devices
- Software stuck in demo mode
- App crashes frequently
- Does not work with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Timer for scheduled commands
- Apple Watch app with custom menus
- Dark mode option
- More intuitive interface for beginners
- Easier import of image sets


### SoundFonts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundfonts/id1453325077)

**Currently charting:** #39 Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

This app is a polyphonic audio synthesizer that uses soundfont files to generate a vast array of sounds. It functions as a standalone app and an AUv3 plugin, compatible with music creation software. MIDI input is fully supported for external keyboard control.

**Highlights:** Polyphonic audio synthesis, Vast soundfont library, AUv3 plugin support, Reverb and delay effects, MIDI keyboard input, MIDI over Bluetooth

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TouchControl Universal Remote free?

TouchControl Universal Remote costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is SoundFonts free?

SoundFonts costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, TouchControl Universal Remote or SoundFonts?

SoundFonts is rated higher. TouchControl Universal Remote averages 4.2 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while SoundFonts averages 4.4 from 146 ratings.

### Do TouchControl Universal Remote or SoundFonts have ads?

Neither TouchControl Universal Remote nor SoundFonts shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TouchControl Universal Remote or SoundFonts?

TouchControl Universal Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, and SoundFonts every 2 weeks. Most recently, TouchControl Universal Remote was updated on September 21, 2026 and SoundFonts on September 21, 2026.

### Which is more popular, TouchControl Universal Remote or SoundFonts?

TouchControl Universal Remote currently peaks at #197 in the App Store charts, and SoundFonts at #39. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*