Comparison

TotalMix FX for iPad vs Apogee Control 2

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

Head to head
About

TotalMix FX for iPad

This app provides remote control for RME audio interfaces connected to an iPad. It allows users to manage mixer settings and effects units, offering full functionality for compatible devices. It does not process audio itself but controls hardware operations.

Highlights
  • Remote mixer control
  • Effects unit management
  • Workspace saving/loading
  • Background audio support
  • Full functionality for select interfaces
  • DURec control
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TotalMix FX for iPad is RME’s Windows/Mac software TotalMix FX ported to iOS. It gives control over the audio interface’s mixer and effects unit, when the interface is in Class Compliant mode and connected to the iPad. *** This app does not work wirelessly. For remote control of TotalMix FX running on a Windows or Mac computer, please use RME's free app TotalMix Remote. *** *** ATTENTION: This app works only with the RME audio interfaces Fireface UFX+, UFX II, UFX, UCX, 802, Babyface, Babyface Pro and MADIface Pro, and only when these devices are in Class Compliant mode! *** TotalMix FX for iPad runs on iPad2 or newer, and all iOS versions from 12.0 up, using only few resources. As under Windows and Mac OS X it does not process audio, but acts as remote control for the calculations performed in the hardware. The app is fully compatible even when storing/loading Workspaces. Except for MIDI/OSC and TCP/IP remote control all features of the desktop version are included. Using the Fireface UCX and Fireface 802 with the iPad, TotalMix FX for iPad unlocks the device’s whole functionality, with full overview and lightning fast configuration. For the Fireface UFX, UFX II and UFX+ the whole functionality is offered as well. Even DURec (Direct USB Recording) is fully usable and controllable from the iPad. The functionality of the Babyface, Babyface Pro and MADIface Pro is slightly limited due to technical reasons. The effects Reverb and Echo are not available. All other features are present and useable with iPad operation. The MADIface Pro supports 24 channels playback/record, 4 analog and 20 from MADI. TotalMix for iPad benefits from the background audio function in iOS. During ongoing recording and playback switch to TotalMix at any time, perform the desired settings or changes, then return to the audio app where record/playback had not been interrupted. The app includes an extensive and up-to-date help. More information on TotalMix FX and the Class Compliant operation of the devices is found in the current interface manuals. These are available for download at http://www.rme-audio.de, section Downloads.

About

Apogee Control 2

This mobile application allows users to control and mix audio projects on iOS devices. It offers adjustable controls for microphone gain, plugin settings, and output levels, enabling a mobile workstation for music production and content creation.

Highlights
  • Mic pre gain control
  • Symphony ECS Channel Strip plugin settings
  • Headphone and speaker level control
  • Mixer levels and metering
  • Sample rate adjustment
Features
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Apogee Control 2 gives you the flexibility to easily record and mix your projects on iPhone*, iPad* or iPad Pro with GarageBand or any iOS audio recording application. With Apogee Control 2, you have the ultimate mobile workstation for music production, podcast recording or any type of content creation that requires high-quality audio inputs and outputs. *Connection to iOS Lightning devices requires an Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter and also requires the device to be powered by an external power source (check the product user's guide for details). Adjustable Controls: - Mic pre gain control - Symphony ECS Channel Strip plugin settings - Headphone and speaker level control - Mixer levels and metering - Sample rate

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TotalMix FX for iPad at 62% against Apogee Control 2's 16%. TotalMix FX for iPad also leads on rating (4.0 vs 2.3). Apogee Control 2's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 months). On ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Apogee Control 2 is free to download; TotalMix FX for iPad costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TotalMix FX for iPad holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of TotalMix FX for iPad's written reviews are positive against 16% of Apogee Control 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TotalMix FX for iPad ships an update every 5 months, Apogee Control 2 every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
TotalMix FX for iPad versus Apogee Control 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTotalMix FX for iPadApogee Control 2
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (15 ratings) — better2.3 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews61.7% of reviews — better15.8% of reviews
Number of ratings1515
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.09.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRME GmbHApogee Electronics Corp

Customer experience

TotalMix FX for iPad

All ratings14 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive61.7%
Neutral10.0%
Negative28.3%

Apogee Control 2

All ratings15 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral26.7%
Negative53.3%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive15.8%
Neutral26.3%
Negative57.9%

In-app purchases

None

TotalMix FX for iPad

No in-app purchases

None

Apogee Control 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TotalMix FX for iPad free?
TotalMix FX for iPad costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Apogee Control 2 free?
Apogee Control 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TotalMix FX for iPad or Apogee Control 2?
TotalMix FX for iPad is rated higher. TotalMix FX for iPad averages 4.0 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Apogee Control 2 averages 2.3 from 15 ratings.
Do TotalMix FX for iPad or Apogee Control 2 have ads?
Neither TotalMix FX for iPad nor Apogee Control 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TotalMix FX for iPad or Apogee Control 2?
TotalMix FX for iPad ships an update every 5 months, and Apogee Control 2 every 4 days. Most recently, TotalMix FX for iPad was updated on November 1, 2026 and Apogee Control 2 on November 3, 2026.

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