ZAudio vs AVR Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ZAudio
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This audio music player offers a distinctive experience by featuring real-time, analog-style meters for the left and right stereo channels. These meters emulate the look and behavior of classic recording equipment. Music is organized using a traditional album format, with each album containing its collection of songs. Advanced filtering capabilities make it easy to find and display the albums or tracks you’re interested in.
AVR Controller
Control your network-enabled AV receiver with ease from your iPhone or iPad. Adjust volume, switch inputs, and manage settings instantly without searching for your physical remote.
- Volume dial and slider control
- Instant response over Wi-Fi
- Input and surround mode switching
- Customizable home screen layout
- Multi-zone control (Zone 2/3)
- FM/AM tuner presets
- On-screen menu navigation
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A fast, easy controller for your network-enabled AV receiver (AVR), on iPhone and iPad. No more hunting for the remote in a dark room or waiting for a slow app to load. Power, volume, and inputs are right at your fingertips. FEATURES • Volume dial: Turn a knob to set the volume, or switch to a slider if you prefer. • Instant response: The app talks directly to your receiver over your Wi-Fi, so changes happen right away. • Inputs and surround modes: Switch inputs and surround modes with a single tap. • Your layout: Reorder the home screen sections (inputs, surround, volume, and more) in Settings. • Multi-zone: Control power, volume, and inputs for other rooms (Zone 2 / Zone 3). • Tuner: Recall your FM/AM presets instantly. • Remote: Navigate the on-screen (OSD) menus. • Automatic reconnect: If your receiver's IP address changes, the app finds it again and reconnects. • Built for iPad: A roomy sidebar layout. Every feature is free. If you enjoy the app, you can leave a tip in Settings > Support Development (tips do not unlock features). COMPATIBILITY Works with AV receivers that support network control (HTTP on port 8080). Verified on the Denon AVR-X3800H. Check your receiver's manual to confirm it supports network control. This is an unofficial app made by an independent developer and is not affiliated with any manufacturer. Product names are used only to indicate compatibility; trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: AVR Controller at Free against ZAudio's $1.99. AVR Controller also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
AVR Controller is free to download; ZAudio costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ZAudio ships an update every 4 months, AVR Controller monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ZAudio | AVR Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zynergy Apps | Yorihito Tada |
In-app purchases
ZAudio
No in-app purchases
AVR Controller
No in-app purchases
Questions
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