Comparison

Disc Search vs Onkyo Controller

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

Head to head
About

Disc Search

Manage your movie collection on the go. Scan movie barcodes to check if you already own them, see purchase availability, and access detailed film information. Keep a history of your scans for easy reference.

Highlights
  • UPC barcode scanning
  • Check owned movie status
  • Movie availability and pricing
  • Detailed movie information
  • Cover art display
  • Scan history
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This app helps Kaleidescape System owners build and manage their movie collections anywhere, anytime. Ever bring home a movie only to find out you already own it? Or it’s full screen instead of widescreen? Next time you go shopping, bring your Kaleidescape Disc Search App. Simply scan a movie’s UPC barcode. If you own the movie, the Kaleidescape Disc Search App tells you whether you have the DVD, Blu-ray Disc or Kaleidescape Movie Store version. If you don’t own the movie, the Kaleidescape Disc Search App indicates if the movie is available on the Kaleidescape Movie Store, including purchase price and resolution formats. The exclusive Kaleidescape Movie Guide provides a brief synopsis of the film, along with details such as director, cast, release year, and more. The Kaleidescape Disc Search App will also keep a history of your scans for future reference. Kaleidescape, bringing families together through a rich cinematic experience at home. Features • UPC barcode scanning using the built-in camera • Scan a movie barcode anywhere, anytime • Automatically checks your Kaleidescape movie library • Manual entry of a UPC code • Thumbnail view of the cover art • Detailed movie information: aspect ratio, running time, ratings, synopsis, genres, cast, director, release year • Indicates if movie is already owned including the format (DVD, Blu-ray, and Kaleidescape Movie Store) • History keeps track of your scans NOTE: This app is designed for owners of Kaleidescape systems. Learn more at kaleidescape.com. Product screenshots contain images copyrighted by their respective owners. For more information, visit: https://www.kaleidescape.com/motion-picture-artwork-copyright-notices/

About

Onkyo Controller

Control compatible Onkyo network products with this official remote app. Stream music from various sources, manage playback, and operate connected home theater devices. Features automatic sound field correction for compatible products.

Highlights
  • Music playback from streaming services
  • Control music library and NAS drives
  • Remote control functions (play, volume, input)
  • Operate connected Blu-Ray players and TVs
  • Automatic sound field correction (Dirac Live)
  • Check audio/video formats
  • Turn on compatible units remotely
Features
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Onkyo Controller is the official Onkyo remote control application that allows users to conveniently operate compatible Onkyo network products from their iPhone/iPod touch/iPad. The intuitive, user-friendly interface makes it easy to get more from your AV home entertainment experience. Main functions that can be operated through this application. (1) Play music in each room or every room - Lets you play music from music streaming services such as Pandora, Spotify, DEEZER and TIDAL, your music library on your smart device, or your NAS drive on compatible products. - You can play your music via radio, Bluetooth and USB. (2) Remote control functions - You can operate general control functions (play/stop, control the volume, select the input source, etc.) from your smartphone. (3) Operation of connected product(home theater product such as AV amplifier) - Lets you control a Blu-Ray Disc player or TV that is connected to an AV amplifier or home theater product via HDMI. (4) Dirac Live-enabled products measure automatic sound field correction. In addition, filters can be edited. (5) Audio/Video formats of input and output can also be checked. *By setting the “Network Standby” menu item in the unit’s initial settings to ON, you can use this application to turn on the power of the unit. Compatible models Network AV Receivers/Network Audio Player/Home Theater/Wireless Speaker in April 2016 or later ■ Please note ・To use Application it needs to read and agree Terms of Service. ・All models require a firmware update to use Onkyo Controller. ・Available Service depends on regions. ・Why Device's location is needed? Answer: In order to set-up your wireless devices which are located around you, SSID and Access Point info is needed. There is no other purpose to use the information of Device’s Location.

Screenshots

Disc Search4 screens
Onkyo Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Disc Search at 4.0 against Onkyo Controller's 2.2. Disc Search also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 26%) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 15.0). Onkyo Controller's advantage is ratings volume (620 vs 10) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Disc Search holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Onkyo Controller has 620 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Disc Search's written reviews are positive against 26% of Onkyo Controller's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Disc Search ships an update every 7 months, Onkyo Controller every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Disc Search versus Onkyo Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDisc SearchOnkyo Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (10 ratings) — better2.2 (620 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better25.6% of reviews
Number of ratings10620 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS10.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKaleidescape, Inc.11 Trading Company LLC

Customer experience

Disc Search

All ratings10 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Onkyo Controller

All ratings620 ratings
Positive26.6%
Neutral6.0%
Negative67.4%
Written reviews508 reviews
Positive25.6%
Neutral12.0%
Negative62.4%

Bugs and requests

Disc Search

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Onkyo Controller

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App doesn't recognize receiver
  • Fails to connect to Wi-Fi
  • Loses connection during use
  • Doesn't work with iOS 13 and newer
  • Causes receiver to enter Direct mode unexpectedly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for Apple Music
  • Improve Tidal and Deezer integration
  • Allow customization of input names
  • Add sleep timer and power off options
  • Improve volume control and speaker balance adjustments

In-app purchases

None

Disc Search

No in-app purchases

None

Onkyo Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Disc Search free?
Disc Search is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Onkyo Controller free?
Onkyo Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Disc Search or Onkyo Controller?
Disc Search is rated higher. Disc Search averages 4.0 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Onkyo Controller averages 2.2 from 620 ratings.
Do Disc Search or Onkyo Controller have ads?
Neither Disc Search nor Onkyo Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Disc Search or Onkyo Controller?
Disc Search ships an update every 7 months, and Onkyo Controller every 2 months. Most recently, Disc Search was updated on October 1, 2026 and Onkyo Controller on October 14, 2026.

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