Comparison

Always Beats vs Smart IP Controller 2

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

Head to head
About

Always Beats

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Always Beats is a metronome designed to play alongside your system audio. With Always Beats, you can continue listening to your favorite music or podcasts while using a metronome for practice or focus. Key features: β€’ Metronome playback that does not interrupt system audio β€’ Clean and simple single-page interface β€’ No login required β€’ Fully offline, no data collection Always Beats is perfect for anyone who needs rhythmic guidance without disrupting their listening experience.

About

Smart IP Controller 2

Features
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The Smart IP Controller app provides end users with simplified control of key loudspeaker functions via a smartphone or tablet. Once a Genelec Smart IP networked loudspeaker system has been configured with the Manager software, the Controller app can be used for day-to-day control of audio system functions. The Controller app works over WiFi and is ideal for smaller installations, offering a simple and effective alternative to more complex automation systems. Key features: - Discovery of zones - Simultaneous control of one or more zones - Adjust volume and mute - Turn zones on or off with a tap - See real-time playback status - Add photos to easily identify zones - Use multiple devices for shared control Genelec Smart IP PoE powered loudspeakersβ€”deliver high-quality audio and reliable network-based control through a single CAT cable.

Screenshots

Always Beats3 screens
Smart IP Controller 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Smart IP Controller 2 at 3 against Always Beats's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Always Beats versus Smart IP Controller 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlways BeatsSmart IP Controller 2
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS16.015.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size2 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerε…΄ζ―… ε»–Genelec

In-app purchases

None

Always Beats

No in-app purchases

None

Smart IP Controller 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Always Beats free?
Always Beats is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart IP Controller 2 free?
Smart IP Controller 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Always Beats or Smart IP Controller 2 have ads?
Neither Always Beats nor Smart IP Controller 2 shows ads.

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