Smart IP Controller 2 vs Sonique
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Smart IP Controller 2
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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 loudspeakersβdeliver high-quality audio and reliable network-based control through a single CAT cable.
Sonique
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Sonique is a fast, beautiful controller for your multi-room speakers. It talks to your speakers directly over your Wi-Fi, so play, pause, volume and grouping respond instantly. MADE FOR iPHONE DUO Unfold, and Sonique unfolds with you: the album cover becomes a stage with a glow in its own colors, the controls sit beside it, and the player stays in its own column while you browse. Fold, and everything is back under your thumb. The switch is seamless β you never lose your place. EVERY ROOM AT A GLANCE The home screen shows what is playing where, with a volume slider on every room. On large screens it becomes a mixing desk for the whole house. BEAUTIFUL DESIGN A dark interface, glass panels and colors drawn from the album cover that is playing. A light theme is included. FULL CONTROL β’ Play, pause, next, previous, seek β’ Shuffle, repeat, crossfade β’ Volume per room and per group β’ Bass, treble, loudness, night mode β’ Group and ungroup rooms β’ Start favorites and playlists directly β’ View and reorder the queue β’ Scenes: rooms, volumes and music with one tap AT HOME ON EVERY SCREEN iPhone, iPhone Duo, iPad, portrait and landscape β Sonique uses the space it is given. REQUIREMENTS Compatible multi-room speakers on the same Wi-Fi network as your device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Sonique at every 2 days against Smart IP Controller 2's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Smart IP Controller 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Sonique every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Smart IP Controller 2 | Sonique |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Genelec | JOCHEN MAURER |
In-app purchases
Smart IP Controller 2
No in-app purchases
Sonique
No in-app purchases
Questions
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