Comparison

TouchMix vs JBL ArrayLink

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

Head to head
About

TouchMix

This app provides wireless remote control for QSC TouchMix digital sound reinforcement mixers. It allows for independent control of mixer functions on an iPad or iPhone, offering features like channel processing, real-time analysis, and multi-track recording control.

Highlights
  • Wireless mixer control
  • Input channel processing
  • Output channel processing
  • Real Time Analyzer (RTA)
  • Personal stage monitor mix
  • Multi-track recorder control
Features
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TouchMix-8/16 Control is an app for iPad, iPad mini, iPhone and iPod touch that provides wireless control of QSC TouchMix-8 and TouchMix-16 digital sound reinforcement mixers. Visit http://www.qsc.com for more information. The app is not intended to perform any audio mixing or processing tasks on its own. When run on the iPad and iPad mini, the TouchMix Control app closely follows the operational paradigm of the mixers. The iPad and the mixer GUI operate independently so it is possible for the iPad to act as an additional user interface that can display and control a set of functions completely different from those being controlled by the mixer’s screen and hardware. An alternate operation mode – Follow Mixer – is also available. With Follow Mixer engaged, the iPad follows the fader selection on the mixer. Touch a fader on the mixer and the iPad will display that channel’s Overview, EQ, Compressor, Sends or Gate screen. Touch a parameter on the iPad and the mixer’s rotary control will adjust it – or just drag on the iPad screen. When used without an actual TouchMix, the app acts as a demonstration of the mixer GUI and functionality but does not control audio in any way. On the iPhone, the TouchMix Control app functions as a personal stage monitor mix control with the option to also remotely operate the mixer’s record and playback features as well as programmable user buttons. To prevent inadvertent adjustment of controls, the mixer operator may allow or restrict access to selected functions on a per-device basis. Features - Input channel processing (4-band PEQ, variable high & Low-cut filters, gates, compressor) - Output channel processing (1/3 octave GEQ, 6-band PEQ, variable high & Low-cut filters, anti-feedback filters and wizard, delay) - Real Time Analyzer (RTA) - Select Simple or Advanced mode - Displays channel and output level meters - Channel and output levels - Effects and aux (monitor) send levels - Select input presets from extensive library - Select and control 4 simultaneous effects - Input and output mutes and cues - Configure and control DCA and Mute groups - Multi-track recorder arm, playback and transport - Includes TouchMix Info system, built-in reference guide. - And more Requirements - iPad, iPad mini, iPhone, iPod touch running iOS 16.5 or later. - QSC TouchMix-8 or TouchMix-16 with version 3.0 or higher firmware installed. - QSC TouchMix-8 or TouchMix-16 with supplied Wi-Fi adaptor installed or connected to a network via USB-to-Ethernet adaptor. - Note that controlling a mixer with multiple iOS devices running different versions of the app is not recommended. - QSC, LLC Website TouchMix Support Application License Agreement.

About

JBL ArrayLink

This app facilitates the real-time transfer of audio system design data from desktop software to a mobile device. It provides an easy-to-understand interface for deploying audio systems, including rigging and location details, without requiring an internet connection.

Highlights
  • QR code data transfer
  • Real-time offline data sync
  • Array mechanical information display
  • Built-in inclinometer
  • Built-in noise generator
  • Project library
  • Share groups and arrays
Features
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ArrayLink is the mobile companion app for JBL Venue Synthesis, giving system technicians instant access to the mechanical information needed to safely and accurately deploy JBL VTX, VRX, and SRX900 Audio systems in the field. Open Venue Synthesis project files directly or import projects by scanning QR codes generated from Venue Synthesis. ArrayLink organizes every System Group, array, and deployment detail into an intuitive interface designed for real-world deployment workflows. Key Features: • Open Venue Synthesis project files directly on your mobile device • Share complete projects using the new .al project format • Import deployment data by scanning QR codes, even without an internet connection • View rigging, positioning, spacing, and deployment information for every array • Organize projects with folders and built-in project management tools • Built-in inclinometer and tone generator for system verification • Supports JBL VTX, VRX, and SRX900 Audio systems Designed for system engineers, technicians, and production crews, ArrayLink brings critical deployment information from Venue Synthesis directly to the worksite, helping crews deploy JBL Tour Audio systems faster and with greater confidence.

Screenshots

TouchMix1 screens
JBL ArrayLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: JBL ArrayLink at 4.3 against TouchMix's 2.8. TouchMix's advantage is review sentiment (30% vs 20%) and ratings volume (64 vs 13). On price, update cadence, 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

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

JBL ArrayLink holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 64 and 13 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 30% of TouchMix's written reviews are positive against 20% of JBL ArrayLink's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TouchMix ships an update every 3 months, JBL ArrayLink every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TouchMix versus JBL ArrayLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTouchMixJBL ArrayLink
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (64 ratings)4.3 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.1% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings64 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB57 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperQSC Audio Products, LLC.Harman Professional, Inc.

Customer experience

TouchMix

All ratings64 ratings
Positive39.1%
Neutral9.4%
Negative51.6%
Written reviews83 reviews
Positive30.1%
Neutral20.5%
Negative49.4%

JBL ArrayLink

All ratings13 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral7.7%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

Bugs and requests

TouchMix

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • iPad/iPhone not connecting
  • Mute buttons grayed out
  • Cannot click OK on pop-ups
  • YES button missing on pop-ups
  • App crashes on exit/re-entry
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  • Controls disabled after iOS 17 update
  • Faders grayed out/unmovable
  • Lost control of aux master
  • App crashes on load
  • MP3 playback issue (single mode)
  • Incorrect language in help menu

Requested features

10 requests
  • Layer 3 connectivity (hostname/IP)
  • Make iPhone app more useful
  • Split View on iPad
  • Control AUX sends
  • Channel color and icons
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  • Android app improvements
  • Aux mute button
  • Scaled-back version for musicians
  • Italian language support
  • Dark mode option

JBL ArrayLink

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

TouchMix

No in-app purchases

None

JBL ArrayLink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TouchMix free?
TouchMix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JBL ArrayLink free?
JBL ArrayLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TouchMix or JBL ArrayLink?
JBL ArrayLink is rated higher. TouchMix averages 2.8 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while JBL ArrayLink averages 4.3 from 13 ratings.
Do TouchMix or JBL ArrayLink have ads?
Neither TouchMix nor JBL ArrayLink shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TouchMix or JBL ArrayLink?
TouchMix ships an update every 3 months, and JBL ArrayLink every 5 months. Most recently, TouchMix was updated on September 1, 2026 and JBL ArrayLink on September 10, 2026.

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