# SonoSequencr vs Lyd

The clearest difference is price: Lyd at Free against SonoSequencr's $2.99. Lyd also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (355 vs 116). SonoSequencr's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and chart position (#35 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Lyd is free to download; SonoSequencr costs $2.99 up front. SonoSequencr sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and Lyd sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SonoSequencr holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 116 and 355 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 86% and 86% positive.

SonoSequencr ships an update every 3 weeks, Lyd every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SonoSequencr | Lyd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (116 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonosequencr/id967043604/reviews)** | [4.4 (355 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lyd-sonos-control-and-widgets/id1451243766/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 116 | **355** |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | **85.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#35** | — |
| Size | 16 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marcus Pleintinger](https://appshunter.io/developer/938374594) | [App Lane OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671488060) |

## What reviewers say

### SonoSequencr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonosequencr/id967043604)

**Currently charting:** #35 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

Automate recurring tasks on your Sonos system with custom sequences. Control multiple devices, set volumes, and play music with a single tap. Run sequences from widgets, Apple Watch, or even Flic buttons.

**Highlights:** Create custom sequences for recurring tasks, Control multiple Sonos devices simultaneously, Start sequences from widgets and Apple Watch, Background operation supported, Restricted mode for specific device control, Timed sequences via in-app purchase

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 1 month | $0.49 | per month |
| Premium 6 months | $2.49 | per 6 months |
| Premium 12 months | $4.49 | per year |
| Small donation | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mid donation | $5.99 | one-time |
| Big donation | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Adds advanced Sonos capabilities
- 💡 Enables features not in official app
- 🔊 Enhances home theater soundstage
- 🎧 Allows pairing of different speaker models
- 🔧 Developer provides excellent support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Can be complex/not intuitive
- 🐛 Some users report system issues
- ⚠️ Experimental features may vary
- 📈 Subscription model introduced
- ❓ Lack of clear guides/tutorials for some

**Reported bugs**

- Widget no longer available with iOS 18
- System messed up after installation, subs not working
- Phantom speakers created and cannot be removed
- Prevents Trueplay optimization
- Premium features (timed sequences) not working

**Requested features**

- Add Siri Shortcuts integration
- Improve UI aesthetics and user-friendliness
- Add widget support for quick actions
- Enable more drivers on Era 300 as front speakers
- Add Alexa integration


### Lyd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lyd-sonos-control-and-widgets/id1451243766)

Control your Sonos system directly from your iPhone's Home Screen, Lock Screen, or Apple Watch. Enjoy instant playback control, volume adjustments, and speaker management without needing to open the main app or unlock your device.

**Highlights:** Home Screen widgets, Lock Screen widgets, Dynamic Island Live Activities, Apple Watch remote, Group/ungroup speakers, Sleep timers, Shortcuts and automation

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly tip | $2.99 | per year |
| One-time tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| One-time support | $1.99 | one-time |
| One-time Support | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Unlock | $8.99 | one-time |
| One-time Support | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless Sonos control
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🔒 Reliable and stable
- 💡 Convenient Apple Watch integration
- 🚀 Fast and responsive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔋 Drains Apple Watch battery
- 🔒 Requires Sonos account login

**Reported bugs**

- App sometimes loses connection to Sonos
- Complication disappears after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to control volume directly from the app
- Support for more Sonos features like creating playlists
- Interactive widgets for iPhone


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SonoSequencr free?

SonoSequencr costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Lyd free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SonoSequencr or Lyd?

SonoSequencr is rated higher. SonoSequencr averages 4.7 out of 5 from 116 ratings, while Lyd averages 4.4 from 355 ratings.

### Do SonoSequencr or Lyd have ads?

Neither SonoSequencr nor Lyd shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SonoSequencr or Lyd?

SonoSequencr ships an update every 3 weeks, and Lyd every 10 days. Most recently, SonoSequencr was updated on November 6, 2026 and Lyd on November 2, 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.*