Comparison

Setup & Controller For Sonos vs Ear Spy Apps

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

Head to head
About

Setup & Controller For Sonos

Control your smart speaker and cast music from your iPhone. Use your phone as a live microphone for your speaker. Offers premium features with subscription options.

Highlights
  • Connect and control smart speakers
  • Cast music from iPhone
  • Use phone as live microphone
  • Unlimited premium features with subscription
  • Manage subscriptions and auto-renewal
Features
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Set up your Sonos speakers with clear, step-by-step guidance, then enjoy your audio and control your connected Sonos system—all in one app. STEP-BY-STEP SPEAKER SETUP Find your speaker model and follow a guide tailored to your device. Whether you’re setting up a speaker for the first time or need help along the way, illustrated instructions make each step easier to follow. • Browse supported products and find your model. • Follow setup guides with device illustrations. • Learn about supported connections and setup requirements. • Understand indicator lights and find troubleshooting help. • Access official Sonos resources for more information. • Save your guide progress and return when you’re ready. • Keep your saved devices together in My Devices. YOUR AUDIO, YOUR WAY Listen to playable songs from your iPhone music library, import audio files, or unwind with a collection of Sleep Sounds. Use Play All, queue controls, shuffle, and repeat to manage your listening. Choose an available AirPlay speaker or a connected Bluetooth audio device using the iOS output picker. VOICE RECORDING & LIVE MICROPHONE Record and save voice recordings for later playback. Use Live Micro to send your voice to a supported AirPlay or Bluetooth speaker, with adjustable delay, echo, and reverb effects. SONOS ROOM CONTROLS Connect your Sonos account to access supported playback and volume controls for your Sonos rooms. PLEASE NOTE This is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sonos, Inc. Sonos is a trademark of Sonos, Inc. Setup guides provide instructions; they do not automatically configure your speakers or verify that setup is complete. Some setup steps require the official Sonos app. Feature availability depends on your speaker model, system configuration, and connection type. AirPlay and Bluetooth playback require compatible devices. Live microphone playback may have an audible delay, especially over AirPlay.

About

Ear Spy Apps

Securely hide private photos, videos, and files in a password-protected vault. Capture high-quality audio with advanced recording features, including long-range directional microphones and night vision. Enhance audio clarity and customize sound with EQ adjustments for professional-grade results.

Highlights
  • Secure private vault
  • Advanced audio recording
  • Long-range directional microphone
  • Night vision recording
  • Password protection
  • EQ adjustments
Features
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Keep important private photos, videos, and files hidden in plain sight! Adaptive Audio Recording for All Environments: ■ Capture high-quality audio with our advanced recorder. ■ Boost audio clarity for professional-grade recordings. ■ Secure your sensitive files with password protection. ■ Customize sound quality with EQ adjustments. Long-Range Directional Microphone: ■ Enhance distant sounds up to 30 feet away, focusing on voices amidst noisy backgrounds. ■ Experience unblemished audio capture, free from unwanted ambient noise. Night Vision Recording: ■ Record in low-light conditions with night vision. Private Vault for Photos, Videos, and Files: ■ Store your confidential photos, videos, and files in a secure, password-protected vault. ■ Ensure your sensitive data remains hidden from prying eyes. ■ Keep everything organized and accessible within the app. Enhanced Privacy: ■ Protect your recordings and data with password encryption. ■ Choose from multiple microphone options for precise recording. ■ Record from the iPhone bottom mic, earpiece, or earbuds. ■ Empower yourself with complete audio and visual control. Enhance your experience with Premium Features: ◆ Noise Reduction: Clear audio in any environment. ◆ Secure Vault: Protect photos, videos, and files. ◆ Dark Mode: Sleek and easy on the eyes. ◆ Powerful Recorder: Advanced recording tools. ◆ Sound Effects: Elevate your audio projects. Upgrade now to unlock these premium benefits! Choose security and control over your sensitive data. Terms of use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LoTUoT94Bf7MyGX1JfNs5whsNo8FdZUixn5Eu_PZlUM/edit?usp=sharing Privacy policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x-TBOpV7OaSZmDfrv__aomvytUddMhcXW4vNhsXnjlA/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Setup & Controller For Sonos4 screens
Ear Spy Apps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ear Spy Apps at 80% against Setup & Controller For Sonos's 0%. Ear Spy Apps also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 14) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). Setup & Controller For Sonos's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). 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. Setup & Controller For Sonos sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Ear Spy Apps sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Setup & Controller For Sonos holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ear Spy Apps has 1.3K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of Setup & Controller For Sonos's written reviews are positive against 80% of Ear Spy Apps's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Setup & Controller For Sonos ships an update weekly, Ear Spy Apps every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Setup & Controller For Sonos versus Ear Spy Apps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetup & Controller For SonosEar Spy Apps
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (14 ratings) — better4.4 (1.3K ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews79.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings141.3K — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDLD INNOVATION COMPANY LIMITEDNino Gogoladze

Customer experience

Setup & Controller For Sonos

All ratings15 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Ear Spy Apps

All ratings1,216 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral7.4%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews241 reviews
Positive79.7%
Neutral4.1%
Negative16.2%

Bugs and requests

Setup & Controller For Sonos

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Ear Spy Apps

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Can't open existing files
  • No sound recording in free version
  • Won't restore itself after reinstall

Requested features

3 requests
  • Longer free trial period
  • Restore full access after reinstall
  • Reduce ad frequency in free version

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Setup & Controller For Sonos

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly 3 days trial3 Days trial$2.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime$9.99
4 purchases

Ear Spy Apps

Subscriptions4
  • Unlimited Access - Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Hearing Amplifier, SpyFall$9.991 Month
  • Hearing Amplifier - Ear Spy$19.993 Months
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  • Tape Recorder, SpyTec3 Days trial$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Setup & Controller For Sonos free?
Setup & Controller For Sonos is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ear Spy Apps free?
Ear Spy Apps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Setup & Controller For Sonos or Ear Spy Apps?
Setup & Controller For Sonos is rated higher. Setup & Controller For Sonos averages 5.0 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Ear Spy Apps averages 4.4 from 1.3K ratings.
Do Setup & Controller For Sonos or Ear Spy Apps have ads?
Neither Setup & Controller For Sonos nor Ear Spy Apps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Setup & Controller For Sonos or Ear Spy Apps?
Setup & Controller For Sonos ships an update weekly, and Ear Spy Apps every 5 weeks. Most recently, Setup & Controller For Sonos was updated on October 27, 2026 and Ear Spy Apps on October 30, 2026.

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