Comparison

Xumo Remote vs CommandCue

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

Head to head
About

Xumo Remote

Control your compatible Xumo TV using your smartphone. Manage power, volume, playback, and navigation. Search for content, access settings, and personalize your viewing experience with dedicated controls.

Highlights
  • Power on/off
  • Volume control
  • Playback controls
  • Navigation pad
  • Number pad
  • Keyboard for search
  • Quick Access menu
Features
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Note: This app works with Xumo Stream Box and select Xumo TVs. Some Xumo TVs use the Xumo TV app for remote control from a mobile device. To learn which app your Xumo TV is compatible with, visit support.xumo.com/hc/en-us/articles/22609794389012-Control-your-TV-with-the-Xumo-TV-app. Download the Xumo TV app here: apps.apple.com/us/app/xumo-tv/id1575377158. Meet the app that makes it even easier to control your Xumo TV and Xumo Stream Box — by letting you use your phone as your remote. No need to tear your house apart searching for lost remotes, run around looking for batteries or even put down your phone. Control your Xumo devices with the Xumo Remote app. There’s so much you can do with the Xumo Remote app. Access all your essential controls for streaming: Power your Xumo device on and off. Play or pause whatever you’re watching. Explore your Xumo device with the navigation pad. Select items with the OK button. Return to the previous screen with the Back button. Return to the home screen anytime with the Home button. Jump to specific channels or type in PINs with the number pad. Control the volume level (for Xumo TVs only). Find, categorize and personalize content faster with dedicated controls: Open a keyboard on your Xumo device to search for your next watch. Open the Quick Access menu to access quick settings and search. Open the Settings menu. Add content to My List with the Add button. The Xumo Remote app is made accessible, with you in mind: Screen reader supported Bold text High contrast Dynamic text sizing Light and dark mode responsive How to set up the Xumo Remote app: Download and open the app. Make sure your phone or tablet is connected to the same WiFi network as your Xumo device. Select your Xumo device from the list of available devices. The app will connect automatically. Start exploring with your Xumo Remote app.

About

CommandCue

Features
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CommandCue puts straightforward MXNet system control on your iOS device. Connect directly to a compatible MXNet Control Box on your local network, then route sources, manage displays, and control TV power from one clean interface. CONTROL YOUR AV SYSTEM • Route any discovered encoder to an individual decoder • Send a source to all displays when needed • View the source currently routed to each display • Send CEC power-on and power-off commands ORGANIZE YOUR INSTALLATION • Rename encoders and decoders • Mark frequently used devices as favorites • Search sources and displays by name • View device status and system information BUILT FOR DAILY USE • Automatic connection monitoring • Clear operation confirmations and error feedback • Light, dark, and system appearance modes • Direct local-network communication with the CBOX • No account, cloud service, advertising, or subscription required REQUIREMENTS CommandCue requires a compatible MXNet Control Box running firmware 2.71 or newer. Your iPhone must be connected to a network that can reach the CBOX. Available commands and CEC behavior may depend on your MXNet equipment, connected displays, configuration, and firmware. CommandCue is an independent control utility developed by Auburn Technology Solutions. MXNet and related product names are the property of their respective owners. CommandCue is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the MXNet hardware manufacturer.

Screenshots

Xumo Remote4 screens
CommandCue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Xumo Remote at 13.0 against CommandCue's 17.6. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Xumo Remote versus CommandCue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXumo RemoteCommandCue
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (16 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXUMO Services LLCAuburn Technology Solutions, LLC

In-app purchases

None

Xumo Remote

No in-app purchases

None

CommandCue

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Xumo Remote free?
Xumo Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CommandCue free?
CommandCue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Xumo Remote or CommandCue have ads?
Neither Xumo Remote nor CommandCue shows ads.

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