Comparison

TouchTunes vs jControl

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

Head to head
About

TouchTunes

Control the music at bars and restaurants directly from your phone. Browse nearby venues, queue your favorite songs, and create personalized playlists to set the mood for any night out. Earn perks and discover new music with this modern take on the classic jukebox experience.

Highlights
  • Control bar jukeboxes from phone
  • Browse nearby venues
  • Queue songs and create playlists
  • Discover new music and artists
  • Earn song credits and perks
  • Save favorite songs
Features
Currently charting
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Turn any night out into your own music experience with TouchTunes, the most popular jukebox app used in bars, restaurants, and social spots across the country. Whether you’re out with friends or enjoying a quiet evening, you can take control of the tunes and play the songs you love directly from your phone. With TouchTunes, you can browse nearby venues, explore playlists, and instantly queue your favorite tracks. It’s your personal bar music controller, letting you set the mood and keep the party going. YOUR PERSONAL JUKEBOX Forget digging for spare change or waiting for someone else’s taste in music. The TouchTunes jukebox gives you instant access to a massive library of songs, right from your phone. Choose your favorites, create a playlist, or explore trending hits. Use the app to: -Browse available jukebox playlists in your favorite bars and restaurants. - Add songs to the queue and listen in real time. -Save your TouchTunes favorites to play them again later. - Discover music from artists you love or new tunes you haven’t heard yet. CONTROL THE BAR MUSIC With TouchTunes, you’re not just listening, you’re in control. Queue songs ahead, pick what plays next, and manage the vibe with a few taps. Whether it’s a night at your favorite bar or a casual dinner, TouchTunes turns your phone into a music control bar tool. BUILT FOR MUSIC LOVERS Love the feel of an old-school juke box but want a modern twist? TouchTunes combines nostalgia with technology. You can tune in to your favorite artists, create a unique playlist, or explore genres that match your mood. Plus, if you enjoy discovering new hits, you’ll find fresh recommendations every time you open the app. WORKS LIKE MAGIC Open the app and find a nearby TouchTunes jukebox on the map. Add songs to the queue. Play instantly or skip the wait using Fast Pass. Enjoy the music! WHY USERS LOVE TOUCHTUNES - Earn Perks: The more songs you play, the more free song credits and other perks you earn. - Never-Expiring Credits: Purchased credits are valid at any mobile-enabled TouchTunes jukebox. - Huge music catalog: All your favorite artists and songs. - Easy navigation: Quick search and add-to-queue options - Connected experience: Discover new artists and trending tracks that keep your playlists fresh. - Multiple Payment Options: Buy credits using debit or credit card, PayPal®, Venmo® (US) and Apple Pay®. - Support: Our support team is ready to assist you in the app’s Help Center. With TouchTunes, your night out is about connection. It’s not just about listening, it’s about sharing the moment through music. START PLAYING NOW Download TouchTunes today and play your heart out! Your songs, your vibe, your night, all from one app. From discovering new tunes to building playlists that define your moments, TouchTunes is your ultimate jukebox music companion. Turn any location into a party and make every moment unforgettable with TouchTunes.

About

jControl

Transform your mobile device into a wireless remote for your JENSEN stereo system. Control all primary functions, including power, volume, radio, media playback, and audio settings, directly from your phone or tablet. Enjoy a convenient, pocket-sized control for your RV lifestyle.

Highlights
  • Power on/off
  • Volume and mute control
  • CD/DVD player control
  • AM/FM radio tuner access
  • Bluetooth streaming audio
  • USB media playback control
  • Audio menu settings
Features
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JENSEN® Specialty Controller is the ultimate wireless remote control for your JENSEN stereo system. Store away your old remotes and enjoy the convenience of all the primary functions of your JENSEN stereo right from your phone or tablet by transforming your mobile device into a functional stereo remote control! The jControl app works with the following JENSEN models: JWM1A JWM10A JWM12A JWM6A JWM60A JWM62A JWM70A JWM72A JWM9A JWM90A JWM92A MS2A MS3A This app controls all of the primary functions of your stereo features including: Power on/off Volume and mute CD/DVD player AM/FM radio tuner: access station, recall, store presets, switch songs NOAA weather band and alert Bluetooth® streaming audio SiriusXM® Satellite Radio File structure visibility, track selection, track audible scan up and down via USB iPod/iPhone/iPad® control capabilities via USB Auxiliary audio input control - auxiliary analog 1 & 2, auxiliary digital coaxial, auxiliary digital optical Speaker selection A, B and/or C Audio menu controls - bass, treble, balance, fader, equalizer, volume and speaker selection settings Clock with sleep time and alarm Visual display feedback so you can see artist title and album on your mobile screen JENSEN Specialty Controller transforms your mobile device into a functional stereo remote control making it a perfect pocket-size, portable controller to fit your RV lifestyle. *App capabilities vary with the stereo’s feature set.

Screenshots

TouchTunes4 screens
jControl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TouchTunes at 55% against jControl's 11%. TouchTunes also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.9) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). jControl's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TouchTunes holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TouchTunes has 1.1M ratings behind it against 126, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of TouchTunes's written reviews are positive against 11% of jControl's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TouchTunes ships an update every 2 weeks, jControl every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
TouchTunes versus jControl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTouchTunesjControl
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.1M ratings) — better1.9 (126 ratings)
Positive reviews55.0% of reviews — better11.4% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1M — better126
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#16 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size174 MB13 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTouchTunes Interactive NetworkASA Electronics, LLC

Customer experience

TouchTunes

All ratings1,113,490 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews1,300 reviews
Positive55.0%
Neutral7.5%
Negative37.5%

jControl

All ratings126 ratings
Positive20.6%
Neutral5.6%
Negative73.8%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive11.4%
Neutral3.8%
Negative84.8%

Bugs and requests

TouchTunes

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Songs not playing
  • Credits not working as expected
  • App crashes and glitches

Requested features

4 requests
  • Link to Spotify
  • Ability to cancel/refund songs
  • Limit on song skipping
  • Better song queue visibility

jControl

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

TouchTunes

No in-app purchases

None

jControl

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TouchTunes free?
TouchTunes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is jControl free?
jControl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TouchTunes or jControl?
TouchTunes is rated higher. TouchTunes averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.1M ratings, while jControl averages 1.9 from 126 ratings.
Do TouchTunes or jControl have ads?
Neither TouchTunes nor jControl shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TouchTunes or jControl?
TouchTunes ships an update every 2 weeks, and jControl every 5 months. Most recently, TouchTunes was updated on September 29, 2026 and jControl on September 22, 2026.

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