Comparison

Onkyo Remote 2 vs Sequel

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

Head to head
About

Onkyo Remote 2

Control your Onkyo network A/V products intuitively from your iPhone or iPod touch. Manage internet radio, stream music from DLNA servers or your device, and perform general playback and volume functions. Enjoy advanced features like Spotify and high-resolution audio playback on compatible models.

Highlights
  • Internet radio operation
  • DLNA streaming control
  • General remote and playback functions
  • Volume control
  • Spotify integration
  • FLAC/DSD/Apple Lossless playback
Features
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The Onkyo Remote Control App is an official Onkyo application for iPhone/iPod touch letting you intuitively operate Onkyo network A/V products. Available as a free download, it is compatible with all network-capable Onkyo A/V receivers as well as some network-ready produts released during or after 2010.  Functions Enabled by Onkyo Remote2  (1) Internet radio operation. Stations are touchscreen selectable, with no need to view a TV display;  (2) Control of streaming audio files from a DLNA-compatible server. Your iPhone/iPod touch can be used to select music directly from the server;  (3) General remote control and playback functions;  (4) Volume-control function;  (5) Information including station frequency displayed when listening to radio. (Note: available only on A/V products with a built-in radio tuner);  (6) Stream music stored on iPod touch/iPhone wirelessly. (Added capability to play music stored on compatible iPod touch/iPhone models on 2012-model Network AV Receivers.) (7) Compatible with Spotify (depends on region) (8) FLAC, DSD, and Apple Lossless playback capability via Home Media Function (depends on model) Compatible iPhone/iPod touch Models: iPhone 3GS or later, running iOS 5.0 or later; iPod touch 3rd generation or later.  Compatible Onkyo Products:  ・All Network A/V Receivers released in 2010 - 2014. ・T-4070 Network Tuner ・CR-N755 Network Hi-Fi Mini System ・TX-8050 Network Stereo Receiver (All models require a firmware update.) Enjoy the new world of audio convenience with this free app.

About

Sequel

This app helps you manage and track all your media, from TV shows and games to books. It reminds you of new releases, keeps track of your progress, and offers details like synopses and trailers to help you pick your next watch or read. Organize your entertainment with a sleek, intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Track TV shows, games, and books
  • Reminders for new releases
  • Progress tracking
  • Wishlist management
  • Release countdown widgets
  • Discovery features
Features
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Whether it’s the TV show your friend raved about, a new book from your favorite author, or an upcoming video game, Sequel is your go-to media wishlist. “Sequel. It’s pretty cool.” – Quinn Nelson, Snazzy Labs “The app […] is one of the very best media trackers in a very crowded field.” – MacStories “Sequel is great for managing media you want to interact with.” – Christopher Lawley It reminds you of new releases, keeps track of your progress, and more. Say goodbye to messy notes and hello to a sleek, intuitive app that puts all your media in one place. ▶ EASY TRACKING Sequel does the heavy-lifting so you can enjoy your media instead of managing it. - Share to Sequel via Magic Lookup and AI to instantly save media from the web - Easily view your wishlist and track what you complete - Mark items as Playing or Reading for quick access - Mark off episodes as you watch them - Sync with iCloud and Trakt ▶ DON’T MISS A THING Sequel is designed to help you keep track of those titles you’re eagerly waiting for. - Countdown widgets let you keep items on your Home Screen or Lock Screen - Get release reminder notifications - See your latest releases and upcoming titles - Stay on top of your series with the Watch Next queue ▶ PICK WHAT TO ENJOY NEXT If you’re not sure what to pick from your wishlist, Sequel gives you the right details to help you choose. - Synopsis and trailers - Ratings count and average - Where to watch (Movies/Series) – Access streaming apps with just a tap - Time to beat (Games) – Know what you’re getting yourself into ▶ DISCOVER YOUR NEXT OBSESSION Find new favorites to add to your list with Sequel’s discovery features. - Browse popular and upcoming titles - Explore cast and crew members’ filmographies - See other books by an author you like ▶ WHAT’S FREE - Save and track unlimited items - Smart search across all media types - Basic details including synopsis, ratings, and trailers - Filmographies - Quick access widget - Create up to 5 collections - Rate items you complete - Discover upcoming and popular items - iCloud sync ▶ WHAT’S PLUS Sequel+ is an optional subscription that unlocks the app’s more advanced features. - Sync your movies and series with your Trakt account - See where to watch movies and series - Get release reminders for items on your wishlist - Use Magic Lookup and AI to instantly save media from the web into Sequel - Create unlimited collections to organize your media - Open media in your favorite sources like IMDb, Audible, and more - Capture thoughts, quotes, and more with Markdown formatting - See how long video games take to finish - Advanced widgets including countdown and Watch Next - Alternative app icons Sequel is lovingly crafted by Romain Lefebvre in London, UK. Terms of Use: https://getsequel.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://getsequel.app/privacy

Screenshots

Onkyo Remote 24 screens
Sequel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sequel at 93% against Onkyo Remote 2's 29%. Sequel also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.3) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). Onkyo Remote 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (4.3 vs 18.4). On price, ads and device support 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. Sequel sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Onkyo Remote 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sequel holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sequel has 1.3K ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Onkyo Remote 2's written reviews are positive against 93% of Sequel's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Onkyo Remote 2 ships an update every 3 months, Sequel weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Onkyo Remote 2 versus Sequel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOnkyo Remote 2Sequel
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (36 ratings)4.8 (1.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.5% of reviews92.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings361.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS4.3 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB252 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developer11 Trading Company LLCEventide Studio Ltd

Customer experience

Onkyo Remote 2

All ratings36 ratings
Positive30.6%
Neutral5.6%
Negative63.9%
Written reviews217 reviews
Positive29.5%
Neutral6.9%
Negative63.6%

Sequel

All ratings1,317 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral2.6%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews539 reviews
Positive92.8%
Neutral4.5%
Negative2.8%

User reviews

Onkyo Remote 2

From 36 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 🚀 Connects automatically
  • 👍 Allows wireless control

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Unstable/buggy
  • 🐛 Doesn't recognize device
  • 🐛 Freezes/hangs
  • 🐛 Loses connection

Sequel

From 1.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Pleasant user experience
  • 🚀 Smooth and intuitive interface
  • 💡 Comprehensive media tracking across movies, TV, books, and games
  • 👍 Responsive and helpful developer
  • 🚀 Fast and reliable performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 💰 Subscription pricing may be too high for some users
  • 🔍 Limited book database compared to other services
  • 💡 Lack of ability to add custom media items

Bugs and requests

Onkyo Remote 2

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Doesn't work after iOS updates
  • Crashes when switching zones
  • Can't change input devices
  • Streaming issues
  • Subwoofer settings reset

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add on/off switch
  • Improve navigation buttons
  • Display volume number
  • Add sync slider
  • Support for more receivers
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  • iPad version
  • Background music playback
  • RDS function in tuner section

Sequel

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Certain shows/movies not appearing in search
  • Occasional crashes or freezes
  • Inconsistent behavior when marking items as watched

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add notes/comments for individual media items
  • Implement chapter/episode tracking for books
  • Introduce a habit tracker or progress visualization
  • Integrate with more media services like Apple Podcasts
  • Allow sorting/filtering of watch lists by various criteria
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  • Add the ability to share media lists with others

In-app purchases

None

Onkyo Remote 2

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Sequel

Subscriptions5
  • Sequel+$2.991 Month
  • Sequel+ (Family Plan)$4.991 Month
  • Sequel+7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • Sequel+1 Year trial$19.991 Year
  • Sequel+ (Family Plan)7 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time3
  • Add Family Plan to Lifetime$74.99
  • Sequel+ (Lifetime)$99.99
  • Sequel+ (Lifetime Family)$174.99

Questions

Is Onkyo Remote 2 free?
Onkyo Remote 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sequel free?
Sequel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Onkyo Remote 2 or Sequel?
Sequel is rated higher. Onkyo Remote 2 averages 2.3 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while Sequel averages 4.8 from 1.3K ratings.
Do Onkyo Remote 2 or Sequel have ads?
Neither Onkyo Remote 2 nor Sequel shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Onkyo Remote 2 or Sequel?
Onkyo Remote 2 ships an update every 3 months, and Sequel weekly. Most recently, Onkyo Remote 2 was updated on October 22, 2026 and Sequel on October 25, 2026.

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