Comparison

Disc Search vs SVS

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

SVS

Control and optimize your SVS subwoofer's performance with advanced DSP features. Adjust volume, fine-tune audio for music and movies, and correct room anomalies for the deepest, tightest bass.

Highlights
  • Advanced DSP functionality
  • Room anomaly correction
  • Customizable presets
  • Volume control
  • Low pass filter adjustment
  • Parametric EQ
  • Port tuning
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The SVS app is the easiest way to unleash the full potential of your SVS 17-Ultra RIEvolution, 5000 Series R|Evolution, 3000 R|Evolution, 16-Ultra, 4000 Series, 3000 Series, 3000 Micro, 3000 In-Wall, 2000 Pro Series, and 1000 Pro Series subwoofers by allowing advanced DSP functionality and optimization based on your room, speakers and personal listening preferences. The SVS app lets you do simple things like control volume and create custom presets that enable easy, one-touch tuning for music, movies, and other content. More advanced functionality of the SVS subwoofer app includes the ability to correct room anomalies and fine-tune low frequency output so you can enjoy the full depth, force, and nuance from the world’s finest subwoofers. When used with your SVS subwoofer, the app takes the mystery out of subwoofer digital signal processing (DSP) by clearly explaining each feature and providing easy control from your mobile device. If you’re new to subwoofer DSP, the SVS app has a helpful tutorial that guides you through the different settings. With a few simple adjustments, you can eliminate boomy spots, set crossover frequencies, and make other adjustments to get the deepest, tightest, and most accurate in-room response possible from your SVS subwoofer. You can make adjustments from the comfort of your favorite seat or even when the subwoofer is not in site. With SVS, you can easily optimize settings for: • Volume Control • Low Pass Filter • Phase • Polarity • Parametric EQ • Room Gain Compensation • Port Tuning (Ported models only) • Custom Presets • System Settings And More The SVS app works with Apple iOS 13.0 or newer. The app is also available for SVS 13-Ultra Amplifier Upgrade Kits for existing owners of the SVS SB13, PB13, PC13-Ultra, PB12-PLUS, and PC12-PLUS Subwoofers. Have questions, problems or feedback? Contact us at custservice@svsound.com or 877.626.5623.

Screenshots

Disc Search4 screens
SVS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SVS at every 2 months against Disc Search's every 7 months. SVS also leads on ratings volume (95 vs 10). Disc Search's advantage is iOS requirement (10.3 vs 13.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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

SVS holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SVS has 95 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 68% of SVS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Disc Search versus SVS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDisc SearchSVS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (10 ratings)4.2 (95 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews68.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1095 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.3 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKaleidescape, Inc.Specialty Technologies, LLC.

Customer experience

Disc Search

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

SVS

All ratings85 ratings
Positive77.6%
Neutral5.9%
Negative16.5%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive68.5%
Neutral9.6%
Negative21.9%

Bugs and requests

Disc Search

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

SVS

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Never reconnects to sub, requires reinstallation
  • Preset saving is unreliable or doesn't work
  • Bluetooth connection issues (out of range, drops)
  • Phantom BLE connection locks out other devices
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  • iPhone gestures interfere with app navigation (swipe up)
  • Save Preset button is not visible/executable on iPhone 14 Pro
  • Options button not showing up after selecting home screen options
  • Preset selection not properly shown on screen when swapping
  • App maintains a phantom BLE connection
  • Auto On not working
  • Amplifier plate issues
  • App resets itself on opening
  • Subwoofer not in range reported
  • Preset is set to none in the app periodically

Requested features

20 requests
  • Group subs for simultaneous adjustments
  • Mute function
  • Auto room correction
  • Widget for quick preset changes
  • Apple Watch app for adjustments
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  • Desktop/Mac app support
  • Language options (e.g., French)
  • Standby/Active mode indicator
  • API for home automation integration
  • Native Windows/Mac/Linux control
  • Expanded explanations for settings
  • iPad support
  • Group control for gain adjustments
  • Dropdown menu for switching between subs
  • Always-on display option
  • Automatic recognition of sealed mode
  • Support for multiple devices simultaneously
  • Net frequency response display with EQs
  • Option to go back in menus
  • Dark mode

In-app purchases

None

Disc Search

No in-app purchases

None

SVS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Disc Search free?
Disc Search is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SVS free?
SVS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Disc Search or SVS?
SVS is rated higher. Disc Search averages 4.0 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while SVS averages 4.2 from 95 ratings.
Do Disc Search or SVS have ads?
Neither Disc Search nor SVS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Disc Search or SVS?
Disc Search ships an update every 7 months, and SVS every 2 months. Most recently, Disc Search was updated on October 1, 2026 and SVS on October 7, 2026.

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