# ILRemote vs LK

The clearest difference is rating: LK at 4.3 against ILRemote's 3.5. LK also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (706 vs 83). ILRemote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LK sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. ILRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.

LK holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LK has 706 ratings behind it against 83, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of ILRemote's written reviews are positive against 64% of LK's.

ILRemote ships an update every 2 months, LK fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ILRemote | LK |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (83 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilremote/id777925272/reviews) | **[4.3 (706 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lk-ableton-and-midi-controller/id944972221/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 83 | **706** |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | **64.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Image Line Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/432850147) | [Imaginando Lda](https://appshunter.io/developer/895445015) |

## What reviewers say

### ILRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilremote/id777925272)

This app provides a wireless MIDI controller for FL Studio on desktop and laptop computers. It allows users to control various functions and plugins, and even create custom controllers using a phone or tablet over Wi-Fi.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi MIDI control for FL Studio, Control transport, plugins, and mixer, Create custom MIDI controllers, Support for multiple devices simultaneously, Pre-built controller tabs, Customizable controls (pads, faders, knobs)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Handy remote control
- 💡 Useful for workflow
- 🚀 Responsive controls
- ✅ Easy setup
- 🆓 Free to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🐛 Outdated UI
- 🐛 Doesn't fill screen
- 🐛 Clunky interface

**Reported bugs**

- Piano doesn't work
- App keeps crashing
- Disconnects and won't reconnect
- App hasn't been updated in years
- Doesn't connect anymore

**Requested features**

- Support for FL Studio Mobile
- Longer distance connectivity
- USB connection option
- Update for FL Studio 20
- Velocity levels on FPC pads


### LK

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lk-ableton-and-midi-controller/id944972221)

This application acts as a remote control for Ableton Live and MIDI devices, enhancing electronic music production and live performance. It offers deep integration with Ableton Live and extensive MIDI capabilities for controlling software and hardware. The app is modular, with features available as separate in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Ableton Live integration, MIDI device control, Clip launching and sequencing, Device parameter control, Virtual MIDI and AUv3 support, Modular in-app purchases

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Step Sequencer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Chorder | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock MIDI Pads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock MIDI Controller | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock X/Y Pad | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Keyboard | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Matrix | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Modules Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works perfectly
- 🎹 Great for Ableton Live
- 🎨 Powerful features
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 💯 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Connection issues and unreliable wireless
- 💰 Expensive with separate module purchases
- 🤔 Confusing setup and documentation
- 🔋 High battery drain

**Reported bugs**

- Clip renaming tool not working
- Occasional MIDI note sticking
- UI disappearing and requiring restart
- Wireless connection randomly dropping
- Exclusive track arming mode issues

**Requested features**

- Add MIDI CC mapping and automation
- Implement vertical view for session mode
- Allow saving and loading of custom settings
- Improve MIDI note and velocity handling
- Add MIDI transformers and generators


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ILRemote free?

ILRemote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LK free?

LK is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ILRemote or LK?

LK is rated higher. ILRemote averages 3.5 out of 5 from 83 ratings, while LK averages 4.3 from 706 ratings.

### Do ILRemote or LK have ads?

Neither ILRemote nor LK shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ILRemote or LK?

ILRemote ships an update every 2 months, and LK fortnightly. Most recently, ILRemote was updated on September 18, 2026 and LK on September 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*