Comparison

S4_control vs NUX Monarch

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

Head to head
About

S4_control

Features
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在这里你可以连接上音箱,里面有许多功能,比如音乐,麦克风,吉他音量都是可以调节的。在个别界面还有均衡功能,也还有见红音效,高中低音等。 让你无须接触蓝牙音箱,在一定距离内就可以控制音箱了。

About

NUX Monarch

Features
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Monarch: NUX Monarch series Exclusive parameter tuning App Monarch is a parameter adjustment application specially designed for the NUX Monarch series of effects, allowing you to easily master every sound detail through your mobile phone or tablet without a computer. Full-function action parameter tuning: Via Bluetooth connection, Monarch can be paired with the Monarch series (such as Amp Academy Stomp) for use, allowing you to instantly complete the editing and adjustment of all modules during rehearsals, performances or creative sites. Functional highlights: Complete effect chain module editing: covering preamplifier, IR, EQ, dynamics, Mod, Delay, Reverb, etc Real-time parameter control: Drag-and-drop UI, quickly set the effect of each segment Preset management: Storage, loading, naming, and custom scene Settings Global system Settings: I/O routing, MIDI configuration, external controller Settings No need for a computer, ready to use upon adjustment Monarch offers a more immediate mobile operation experience than desktop editors for musicians who are suitable for live performances, street singing and playing, and rapid rehearsals. Whether you are a professional player who pursues the ultimate in tone quality or a live performer who focuses on efficiency, the Monarch App can be your best tone management assistant.

Screenshots

S4_control4 screens
NUX Monarch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NUX Monarch at monthly against S4_control's every 9 months. S4_control's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15). 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

S4_control ships an update every 9 months, NUX Monarch monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
S4_control versus NUX Monarch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterS4_controlNUX Monarch
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size108 MB110 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGUANDDONG TIANPU TECHNOLOGY GROUP CO.,LTD.Cherub Technology Co. Ltd

In-app purchases

None

S4_control

No in-app purchases

None

NUX Monarch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is S4_control free?
S4_control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NUX Monarch free?
NUX Monarch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do S4_control or NUX Monarch have ads?
Neither S4_control nor NUX Monarch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, S4_control or NUX Monarch?
S4_control ships an update every 9 months, and NUX Monarch monthly. Most recently, S4_control was updated on October 10, 2026 and NUX Monarch on October 26, 2026.

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