Comparison

DirectLoader vs MXNET Controller

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

Head to head
About

DirectLoader

This app allows authorized installers to wirelessly flash and program select remote start and security systems. It provides access to vehicle wiring databases, installation guides, and technical updates for DIRECTED by VOXX products.

Highlights
  • Wireless flashing for DS4/DS4+ modules
  • Wired/Wireless flashing for DBALL2, DB3, DS3/DS3+ modules
  • Wired/Wireless 'Bitwriter' programming
  • DirectWire vehicle wiring database access
  • Installation guides and technical news
  • SmartStart activation
Features
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DirectLoader App – Wirelessly flash and program select DIRECTED by VOXX Remote Start & Security systems. “For Installers, By Installers” At DIRECTECHS, our motto is “For Installers, By Installers.” We are committed to supporting installation technicians with our decades of technical experience, unrivaled passion, and dedication to the industry. Note: This app is intended for use only by authorized DIRECTED by VOXX Dealers and Distributors. Login credentials are required to access DIRECTECHS resources, which include the DirectWire vehicle wiring and information database, installation guides, online training, tech tips, and much more. With the DirectLoader APP, along with the DLOADER4, you can flash and program our analog and digital products, including many legacy products, along with mobile access to the following features and functions: • Wirelessly flash DS4/DS4+ modules (DLOADER4 not required) • Wired/Wireless flashing for DBALL2, DB3, DS3/DS3+ modules (DLOADER4 required) • Wired/Wireless ‘Bitwriter’ programming for supported analog systems (DLOADER4 required) • DirectWire Access • Installation Guides • Technical News Alerts and ‘Vehicles Added’ updates • DIRECTED by VOXX SmartStart Activation

About

MXNET Controller

This utility app enables AV installers and system administrators to manage MXNet encoders and decoders on a local network. It facilitates control over audio/video routing, channel selection, and device settings. Compatible MXNet hardware is necessary for operation.

Highlights
  • Control MXNet encoders and decoders
  • Route audio and video signals
  • Change cable box channels
  • Manage device settings
  • Local network communication
Features
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MXNet Controller is a utility app designed for AV installers and system administrators. It allows users to control MXNet encoders and decoders on a local network, including routing audio and video, changing cable box channels, and managing device settings. Compatible MXNet hardware is required. This app communicates only with devices on your local network.

Screenshots

DirectLoader4 screens
MXNET Controller2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MXNET Controller at 5.0 against DirectLoader's 3.7. MXNET Controller also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). DirectLoader's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). 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

MXNET Controller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DirectLoader ships an update every 3 months, MXNET Controller every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DirectLoader versus MXNET Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirectLoaderMXNET Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (6 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperVOXX Electronics CorpAuburn Technology Solutions, LLC

Customer experience

DirectLoader

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

MXNET Controller

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

DirectLoader

No in-app purchases

None

MXNET Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DirectLoader free?
DirectLoader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MXNET Controller free?
MXNET Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DirectLoader or MXNET Controller?
MXNET Controller is rated higher. DirectLoader averages 3.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while MXNET Controller averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do DirectLoader or MXNET Controller have ads?
Neither DirectLoader nor MXNET Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DirectLoader or MXNET Controller?
DirectLoader ships an update every 3 months, and MXNET Controller every 5 days. Most recently, DirectLoader was updated on October 25, 2026 and MXNET Controller on October 25, 2026.

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