PXE vs PxLink
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PXE
This app uses your iPhone's microphone to automatically measure and optimize your car's acoustic conditions for superior sound. Easily set custom sound curves and achieve professional-level equalizing for an enhanced audio experience.
- Automatic sound tuning via iPhone microphone
- Car acoustic condition measurement
- Professional sound equalizing
- Custom sound curve setup
- Bluetooth connectivity to OPTIM8 system
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[Alpine unique sound tuning] Alpine’s unique sound tuning technology uses auto-tuning to measure the acoustic conditions inside your car, then corrects and optimizes the sound. Use your iPhone’s built-in microphone for easy analysis and measurement, ensuring ideal sound results. [Easy sound set up with professional equalizing] Once basic system configuration is complete with the PC app, you can easily set up your favorite target curve with your iPhone. The OPTIM sound tuning app will automatically adjust your sound system to the custom sound curve you have set. [BT connection] Connection to your "OPTIM8" system is a simple process via Bluetooth, and no special operation is required. Simply follow the guide in the app to connect and start tuning right away. [Supported model] Please note that the PXE-C80-C60 app is compatible with "OPTIM8™", PXE-C80-88. [Note] Be sure to use the latest version of the software for optimal performance. Upgrade your car audio experience with the PXE-C80-88 app.
PxLink
This app enhances the functionality of compatible Pioneer In-Dash receivers, offering a safer and more convenient in-car experience. It allows for easy customization of shortcuts, wallpaper, and quick access to receiver settings like the equalizer and source. Users can also receive important updates and news directly through the app.
- Customizable shortcut keys
- Receiver wallpaper customization
- Easy equalizer and source changes
- Firmware updates
- Notifications for updates and news
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Compatible Pioneer In-Dash Receiver: DMH-WT8000NEX/DMH-WT6000NEX/DMH-WT5000NEX/SPH-EVO109DAB/SPH-EVO107DAB/SPH-EVO98DAB/SPH-DA97DAB/DMH-ZF9650BT/DMH-ZF8750BT/DMH-ZF7650BT/DMH-SF1000/DMH-SF900/DMH-SF600 PxLink brings a custom-fit interface to your lifestyle. Enhancing the operability and the convenience of the Pioneer In-Dash receiver, PxLink provides a safe and comfortable in-car experience. What you can do with PxLink: - Easily change the equalizer, source, etc. with shortcut keys without switching the receiver screen - Customize the shortcut keys to your preference and change the receiver wallpaper - Easily update the receiver to the latest firmware using PxLink - Get notified of new features, updates, and important news For inquiries regarding this app, please contact us through the "Contact US" section within the app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PXE at 3.4 against PxLink's 1.7. PXE also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). PxLink's advantage is ratings volume (32 vs 5). On price, review sentiment, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PXE holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PxLink has 32 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of PXE's written reviews are positive against 6% of PxLink's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
| Parameter | PXE | PxLink |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (5 ratings) — better | 1.7 (32 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 6.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 32 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 113 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Alpine Electronics Marketing,Inc. | Pioneer Corporation |
Customer experience
PXE
PxLink
In-app purchases
PXE
No in-app purchases
PxLink
No in-app purchases
