DR CONTROL vs Tablo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DR CONTROL
Control TASCAM DR-22WL/DR-44WL recorders remotely via Wi-Fi. Adjust recording levels, filters, and manage files from your smartphone or tablet without being tied to a computer.
- Remote Wi-Fi control
- Adjust recording levels
- Manage filter settings
- File organizing
- File transfer
- Two connection modes (Via Router, To Device)
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TASCAM DR CONTROL is an app that allows you to control the DR-22WL/DR-44WL Linear PCM Recorders remotely via Wi-fi. Enjoy handy recording on the DR-22WL/DR-44WL with a smartphone or tablet without the location restictions of a computer. TASCAM DR CONTROL allows you to remotely control recording levels, filter settings, file organizing and file transfer from DR-22WL/DR-44WL to your smartphone or tablet device. Also you can choose the connection from two different type: - “VIA ROUTER” mode enables the wireless remote control operation by connecting your smartphone or tablet device to a Wi-Fi router installed in a studio or at home. Remote control is operable with email, map, or other apps and online services at the same time - “TO DEVICE” mode allows direct, one-to-one connection with the DR-22WL/DR-44WL, and so the remote control function works in the outdoor environment where Wi-Fi router is not available The Version 2.0 firmware can be freely downloaded on the TASCAM’s website or on the App, letting the users to update their DR-22WL/DR-44WL on their own. The TASCAM DR CONTROL app can also be installed or updated for free. *Firmware version below does not support updates through this App. DR-44WL System F/W： 1.2.0、1.2.1 DR-22WL System F/W： 1.2.0、1.2.1、1.2.2 For customers using these versions, please update the firmware using the main unit. Instructions are available at tascam.com Please carefully read the license agreement below before using this application. http://tascam.jp/content/downloads/products/862/license_e_app_license.pdf You can see details at TASCAM's website. http://tascam.com/product/dr_control/
Tablo
Record and watch live TV from your antenna and streaming channels without a subscription. Access broadcast content and local news on any device in your home, including smartphones and tablets.
- Record live TV
- Watch streaming channels
- No subscription required
- Access on all home devices
- Includes local news and sports
- Works with TV antennas
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Tablo is a device that lets you watch and record live TV, with no subscription. Just one Tablo delivers antenna TV and streaming channels to every screen in your home, including your iPhone or iPad. Simply connect your TV antenna to Tablo, connect your Tablo to your home network, and you can enjoy live sports, local news, and favorite broadcast TV shows, and even ad-supported streaming channels on any iOS-enabled device via the Tablo app. Tablo also works with your smart TV and streaming media devices so you can catch up on your favorite shows.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: DR CONTROL at none against Tablo's shown. DR CONTROL also leads on rating (2.3 vs 1.9) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
DR CONTROL holds the better App Store score, 2.3 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 25 and 57 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of DR CONTROL's written reviews are positive against 20% of Tablo's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DR CONTROL | Tablo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (25 ratings) — better | 1.9 (57 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 21.9% of reviews — better | 20.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 25 | 57 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 152 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | TEAC CORP. | Nuvyyo Inc. |
Customer experience
DR CONTROL
Tablo
Bugs and requests
DR CONTROL
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Tablo
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to watch recordings in progress
- Unreliable channel scanning and guide data
- Connectivity issues with certain network setups
- Compatibility problems with newer devices
Requested features
4 requests- Picture-in-picture mode
- Remote access to recordings
- Improved channel guide and DVR management
- Seamless integration with smart home devices
In-app purchases
DR CONTROL
No in-app purchases
Tablo
No in-app purchases
