Comparison

GLD Remote vs Smart Assist

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

Head to head
About

GLD Remote

This tool offers wireless mobile control for Allen & Heath GLD digital live sound mixing consoles. It allows engineers to manage fader levels, mutes, pan, EQ, and more from anywhere in the room or on stage, enabling simultaneous independent control.

Highlights
  • Wireless mobile control for GLD mixers
  • Control fader levels, mutes, and pan
  • Manage Aux, FX, and Matrix sends
  • Adjust preamp gain, trim, and polarity
  • Access HPF, Gate, PEQ, GEQ, and Delays
  • Full signal metering and custom strip layouts
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This version is for GLD systems running V1.6 firmware. We recommend that you disable any automatic updating to avoid unexpected incompatibility with the firmware version your mixer is running. GLD Remote is an engineer’s mixing tool providing wireless mobile control for the Allen & Heath GLD digital live sound mixing console. It gives you the freedom to walk the room or stage and control the sound right where it is needed. GLD Remote and the GLD console can work together to provide simultaneous control of independent functions, for example one engineer using the console to mix front-of-house sound, and another using the iPad to mix monitors on stage. Several iPads can be connected, each providing independent control. GLD Remote is intended for working with the mix and channel processing. Things you can control: - Fader levels, mutes, pan - Aux and FX sends, routing and Pre/Post switching - Matrix sends, routing and Pre/Post switching - DCA masters and assignments - Preamp Gain, Pad and 48V - Trim and Polarity - HPF, Gate, PEQ, GEQ, Comp, Delays - FX tap tempo, Global tap tempo - RTA function - Channel names and colour - PAFL select - Full signal metering - Custom strips for personalised channel layout - SoftKeys GLD Remote is not intended for system setup or memory access. The following functions are not available at the iPad: - AMM (automatic mic mixer) setup - FX parameter control (apart from tap tempo) - Input source, insert and output patchbay - Channel ganging - Aux source routing options - Library, Scene and Show memory store and recall - Scene Recall Filters and Safes edit - Signal Generator - Talkback - System configuration, options and preferences - User Profiles Requirements An Allen & Heath GLD mixing console running V1.6 version firmware, with a suitable wireless router (wireless access point) connected to its Network port. The GLD console and Remote firmware maintenance version number do not need to be identical, for example Remote V1.60 would run on GLD V1.61. Refer to the Allen & Heath web site for more information and to download the latest GLD console firmware.

About

Smart Assist

This app simplifies the setup and operation of wireless microphone systems. It offers automated configuration, monitoring, and access to all system settings via a smartphone or tablet. Get your wireless system up and running in seconds with intelligent setup and helpful resources.

Highlights
  • Automated setup and operation
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • System monitoring
  • Access to all system settings
  • Frequency allocation and naming
  • Firmware updates
  • Support hub with tutorials and manuals
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Evolution Wireless Digital Smart Assist makes the setup and use of Sennheiser Evolution Wireless Digital simple and fast. Use your smartphone or tablet to connect via Bluetooth for an efficient setup and overview of your new wireless system. Smart Assist provides automated setup, operation and monitoring Smart Assist becomes the "engineer in your pocket." After installation of the app, you'll only need another 60 seconds to have your system set up and running, including pairing and automated frequency allocation. Intelligent setup automatically creates reliable wireless connections, no wireless expertise required Aside from instant access to all system settings, you'll find a brand-new support hub with video tutorials and detailed manuals to help get you started. Stay current with firmware updates accessible directly within the app. Mobile access to all system settings centralizes control, eliminating the need for complicated menu navigation on every device Automated setup of receivers and transmitters, frequency allocation, channel naming, muting and battery status are now only one tap away. Easy frequency allocation and naming of all wireless channels keeps systems organized Always stay on top of all your wireless systems, even when using 15 channels at the same time. Our coloring and naming feature helps you to exactly identify each channel. The optionally available color coding set helps to tag the hardware as well.

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Assist at 2.9 against GLD Remote's 2.6. Smart Assist also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (39% vs 28%). GLD Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Smart Assist holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 38 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of GLD Remote's written reviews are positive against 39% of Smart Assist's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GLD Remote ships an update every 3 months, Smart Assist every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
GLD Remote versus Smart Assist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGLD RemoteSmart Assist
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (9 ratings)2.9 (38 ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.8% of reviews38.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings938 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS9.3 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAllen & Heath LimitedSennheiser electronic SE & Co. KG

Customer experience

GLD Remote

All ratings9 ratings
Positive44.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative55.6%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive27.8%
Neutral22.2%
Negative50.0%

Smart Assist

All ratings38 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive38.6%
Neutral6.8%
Negative54.5%

In-app purchases

None

GLD Remote

No in-app purchases

None

Smart Assist

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GLD Remote free?
GLD Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart Assist free?
Smart Assist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GLD Remote or Smart Assist?
Smart Assist is rated higher. GLD Remote averages 2.6 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Smart Assist averages 2.9 from 38 ratings.
Do GLD Remote or Smart Assist have ads?
Neither GLD Remote nor Smart Assist shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GLD Remote or Smart Assist?
GLD Remote ships an update every 3 months, and Smart Assist every 3 weeks. Most recently, GLD Remote was updated on October 16, 2026 and Smart Assist on October 15, 2026.

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