Comparison

LectroRM vs HeatNext

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

Head to head
About

LectroRM

This app allows users to remotely control various settings on compatible audio transmitters. It offers features like audio level adjustment, frequency control, sleep mode, and power output management. The design prioritizes simplicity for quick and easy operation.

Highlights
  • Controllable audio level
  • Frequency adjustment
  • Sleep mode
  • Lock mode
  • Power output control
  • LED on/off
  • Record/stop functionality
Features
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Controllable Settings: (*Some or all of the settings may not be supported by your particular transmitter) - *Audio Level - *Frequency - Sleep Mode - Lock Mode - *Power Output - *Low Cut Filter - *LED On/Off - *Record/Stop Features - Simplistic design for fast and easy use - Sounds are generated dynamically, not loaded from memory - Volume control on each page for easy access *Not all remote control tones are supported by every Lectronsonics device. Lectrosonics® SM transmitters must be configured to accept remote control tones. Hold down arrow while turning on the transmitter. Then select "rc on". The original SM requires firmware version 1.5 (released 12/05) to respond to the remote. The firmware version number appears upon turning on the unit. Any tones properly received but not supported will be met with "---------" response on the transmitter screen. Lectrosonics® is a registered trademark of Lectrosonics Inc. Lectrosonics Inc. does not provide support for this app.

About

HeatNext

Features
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HeatNext is a friendly app that allows you to remotely manage your home heating system using your mobile device. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/.

Screenshots

LectroRM4 screens
HeatNext4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: HeatNext at Free against LectroRM's $24.99. LectroRM's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and chart position (#197 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

HeatNext is free to download; LectroRM costs $24.99 up front. HeatNext sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. LectroRM asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LectroRM ships an update every 3 months, HeatNext every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
LectroRM versus HeatNext: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLectroRMHeatNext
Price$24.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews89.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#197 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNew Endian LLCNomnio

In-app purchases

None

LectroRM

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

HeatNext

Subscriptions4
  • Plus Package$1.991 Month
  • Advanced Package$3.991 Month
  • Plus Package$18.991 Year
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  • Advanced Package$37.991 Year

Questions

Is LectroRM free?
LectroRM costs $24.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is HeatNext free?
HeatNext is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LectroRM or HeatNext have ads?
Neither LectroRM nor HeatNext shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LectroRM or HeatNext?
LectroRM ships an update every 3 months, and HeatNext every 2 months. Most recently, LectroRM was updated on September 21, 2026 and HeatNext on September 15, 2026.

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