Comparison

ZAudio vs AVR Controller

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

Head to head
About

ZAudio

Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

Screenshots

ZAudio4 screens
AVR Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ZAudio ships an update every 4 months, AVR Controller monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ZAudio versus AVR Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZAudioAVR Controller
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZynergy AppsYorihito Tada

In-app purchases

None

ZAudio

No in-app purchases

None

AVR Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ZAudio free?
ZAudio costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AVR Controller free?
AVR Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ZAudio or AVR Controller have ads?
Neither ZAudio nor AVR Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ZAudio or AVR Controller?
ZAudio ships an update every 4 months, and AVR Controller monthly. Most recently, ZAudio was updated on October 25, 2026 and AVR Controller on October 31, 2026.

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