Comparison

VirtualDJ Remote vs Electro

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

Head to head
About

VirtualDJ Remote

Control DJ software wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad. Use your device as a turntable, monitor the mix, or control the entire gig remotely. Offers full customization with downloadable skins.

Highlights
  • Wireless DJ control via WiFi
  • Virtual turntable functionality
  • Remote mix monitoring
  • Customizable skins for interface
  • Control multiple decks
  • Video mixing support
Features
Currently charting
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Mix with VirtualDJ directly from your iPhone or iPad ! Whether you want to use your iPad as a virtual scratch turntable, or just want to step away from the booth for a moment but still continue to monitor the mix from your iPhone, or even want to mix the whole gig wirelessly from your iPad while the computer plugged to your sound system delivers the beats, the VirtualDJ Remote application gives you full freedom to operate VirtualDJ over a WIFI connection. IMPORTANT NOTICE: this application needs to connect to the software VirtualDJ running on a Mac or PC computer. The VirtualDJ software is available for FREE on www.virtualdj.com SIMPLE WIRELESS SETUP: VirtualDJ Remote and VirtualDJ Software connect over a simple Wifi connection. If you are already using a wifi network, the connection will be done automatically, using Bonjour. Otherwise, you can easily create an ad-hoc wifi network, and enter the device IP address in the VirtualDJ software for immediate connection. EASY AUDIO CONFIGURATION: The audio is being played by the computer, so you just need to plug your audio system to your computer, no need to carry audio wires to your iPhone/iPad. SUPPORT THE FULL POWER OF VIRTUALDJ: VirtualDJ is the most used DJ software, with more than 100,000,000 users, and has been used reliably by professional DJs all over the world for the past 10 years. It features almost everything a DJ can need, from beat mixing, effects, song suggestions, samplers, video mixing, etc. MAXIMUM VERSATILITY: The interface and functionalities of the VirtualDJ Remote can be completely tailored to your exact needs, by using new Skins. The Skin format is compatible with the popular VirtualDJ’s skin SDK, and thousands of users are working on creating skins to fit every needs. You can download their creations, or easily create one by yourself. Anything is possible, from a full-featured sampler pad, an effect table, a turntable emulator, a complete controller, or whatever else your imagination and need will come up with. YOU CAN DO MORE: - Mix music videos and plug your computer to a projector to get the video out - Broadcast your mix live on Internet radios - Record your sessions on your computer - Get personalized advices on what to play next with MusicGroups - Mix with 3, 4, 6, or how many decks you want simultaneously (up to 99)

About

Electro

Control and configure multiple portable loudspeakers wirelessly from your mobile device. Adjust EQ, gain, presets, and even mix shows on the fly for compatible models. Monitor system status and receive important notifications for a seamless performance.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous control of up to 6 loudspeakers
  • Adjust EQ, gain, presets, and crossover
  • On-the-fly show mixing
  • Signal and limiter status indicators
  • Battery life indicators
  • Dynamic component grouping
  • LED speaker identification
Features
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QuickSmart is your app for wireless control of compatible Electro-Voice portable loudspeaker families, including ZLX G2, ELX200, EVOLVE, and EVERSE. Quick and smart - exactly what the name says. Quick, because your best sound shouldn't wait. Simply connect in seconds, and you're in full control of your speaker system. No manual required. Smart, because your sound deserves more than just the basics. Adjust sound, EQ, and levels for your Electro-Voice speakers and groups, right from your phone or tablet. Mixer equipped models unlock professional effects and signal routing, with advanced configuration always within reach. From a single loudspeaker to a complex sound system. From your first soundcheck to your biggest gig. QuickSmart keeps your best sound in your hands, always at your fingertips.

Screenshots

VirtualDJ Remote4 screens
Electro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Electro at Free against VirtualDJ Remote's $9.99. Electro also leads on rating (3.1 vs 2.5). VirtualDJ Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months) and chart position (#35 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ratings volume, 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

Electro is free to download; VirtualDJ Remote costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Electro holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 130 and 129 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of VirtualDJ Remote's written reviews are positive against 32% of Electro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VirtualDJ Remote ships an update every 2 months, Electro every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
VirtualDJ Remote versus Electro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVirtualDJ RemoteElectro
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating2.5 (130 ratings)3.1 (129 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.2% of reviews32.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings130 — better129
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#35 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAtomix Productions America Inc.Keenfinity

Customer experience

VirtualDJ Remote

All ratings121 ratings
Positive33.9%
Neutral6.6%
Negative59.5%
Written reviews609 reviews
Positive28.2%
Neutral10.0%
Negative61.7%

Electro

All ratings128 ratings
Positive46.1%
Neutral18.0%
Negative35.9%
Written reviews112 reviews
Positive32.1%
Neutral22.3%
Negative45.5%

User reviews

VirtualDJ Remote

From 130 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Cutting-edge technology
  • 🚀 Works well when connected
  • 💡 Allows remote control of VirtualDJ

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

Electro

From 129 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎚️ Comprehensive mixing controls with multiple EQ bands
  • 📱 Wireless control via smartphone/tablet
  • ✨ Professional-grade effects and reverb options
  • 🔊 Works well with compatible EV speaker models
  • ⚡ Generally stable once properly configured

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Persistent Bluetooth connection issues
  • ⏳ Slow and unreliable connection establishment
  • 🔌 Frequent disconnections during use
  • 😤 Forced firmware updates without postponement option
  • ❌ Poor compatibility with some device models

Bugs and requests

VirtualDJ Remote

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to connect to VirtualDJ
  • Displays outdated/incorrect information
  • Loses connection when device is locked or inactive

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add search functionality
  • Improve browsing experience
  • Implement multi-touch support
  • Add EQ and other advanced controls
  • Allow offline/standalone usage

Electro

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • App won't connect unless firmware is updated
  • Bluetooth connection drops mid-performance
  • Connection timeouts and constant loading
  • App fails to recognize certain speaker models
  • Settings revert to default values after power cycle
Show 12 more
  • Channel names don't persist in saved presets
  • Crossover settings don't save correctly
  • Input rename function non-functional on iPad
  • App crashes when switching between apps
  • Stored presets not working reliably
  • Front LED stops working after firmware update
  • Distortion when app and native Bluetooth streaming run simultaneously
  • App won't connect with certain iOS versions
  • Limit indicator not displayed in app despite showing on speaker
  • Fader positions not recalled on speaker restart
  • Aux fader functions disappearing
  • App doesn't work with VoiceOver accessibility feature

Requested features

19 requests
  • Parametric EQ on individual channels
  • Ability to save and recall channel names with presets
  • Individual channel volume and EQ control for all models
  • Larger virtual LED meters and signal level displays
  • Multi-device simultaneous pairing capability
Show 14 more
  • Unified control interface for linked speaker pairs
  • Ducking feature on all applicable channels
  • Customizable effect parameters (decay time, delay length)
  • Preset preview without loading
  • Pre-fader auxiliary sends
  • Frequency analyzer for feedback detection
  • Spanish language support
  • Better documentation and instruction manuals
  • Ability to control speakers during firmware updates
  • Longer tap delay times (beyond 500ms)
  • Accessibility improvements for visually impaired users (VoiceOver support)
  • Crossover frequency settings that save properly
  • Battery percentage indicator display
  • Release notes for firmware updates

In-app purchases

None

VirtualDJ Remote

No in-app purchases

None

Electro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VirtualDJ Remote free?
VirtualDJ Remote costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Electro free?
Electro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, VirtualDJ Remote or Electro?
Electro is rated higher. VirtualDJ Remote averages 2.5 out of 5 from 130 ratings, while Electro averages 3.1 from 129 ratings.
Do VirtualDJ Remote or Electro have ads?
Neither VirtualDJ Remote nor Electro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VirtualDJ Remote or Electro?
VirtualDJ Remote ships an update every 2 months, and Electro every 6 months. Most recently, VirtualDJ Remote was updated on October 26, 2026 and Electro on October 24, 2026.

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