# Onkyo Remote 2 vs Sequel

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Onkyo Remote 2 | Sequel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onkyo-remote-2/id475639098/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequel-media-tracker/id1630746993/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 36 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 29.5% of reviews | **92.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 14 MB | 252 MB |
| Requires iOS | **4.3** | 18.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [11 Trading Company LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1641485011) | [Eventide Studio Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1397103388) |

## What reviewers say

### Onkyo Remote 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onkyo-remote-2/id475639098)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Add on/off switch
- Improve navigation buttons
- Display volume number
- Add sync slider
- Support for more receivers


### Sequel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequel-media-tracker/id1630746993)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sequel+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Sequel+ (Family Plan) | $4.99 | per month |
| Sequel+ | $19.99 | per year |
| Sequel+ | $19.99 | per year |
| Sequel+ (Family Plan) | $34.99 | per year |
| Add Family Plan to Lifetime | $74.99 | one-time |
| Sequel+ (Lifetime) | $99.99 | one-time |
| Sequel+ (Lifetime Family) | $174.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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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