Comparison

DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL vs PxLink

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

Head to head
About

DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL

Features
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Radio mode on APP can scan/store/channel up & down to tune necessary station frequency. USB mode can play music stored in USB and display ID3 information. AUX mode allows external audio input to head unit. APP can control play BT music through Bluetooth and display ID3 information. APP has play/pause/previous/next control and treble/bass level control/10 EQ. Features: . adjust USB music audio level control and treble/bass level control. .display USB music/BT music ID3 information. .adjust BT music audio level control and treble/bass level control.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

Screenshots

DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL4 screens
PxLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL at fortnightly against PxLink's every 2 months. DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL ships an update fortnightly, PxLink every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL versus PxLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROLPxLink
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.7 (32 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—6.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—32 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB113 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSIU KEUNG CHANPioneer Corporation

In-app purchases

None

DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL

No in-app purchases

None

PxLink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL free?
DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PxLink free?
PxLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL or PxLink have ads?
Neither DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL nor PxLink shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL or PxLink?
DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL ships an update fortnightly, and PxLink every 2 months. Most recently, DS18 SDX REMOTE CONTROL was updated on September 18, 2026 and PxLink on August 27, 2026.

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