Comparison

NAD Media Tuner vs MOON MiND Controller

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

Head to head
About

NAD Media Tuner

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Upgrade any Hi-Fi Stereo or Home Theater system to include Wireless Network Audio Streaming. The NAD Media Tuner (MT) connects between your Hi-Fi and the Internet via your local Wi-Fi network, and provides access to internet music without the need for a computer. With the NAD MT, you gain access to all of Spotify’s music using their Spotify Connect app with Premium service subscription. And VTuner™ provides organized access to thousands of internet radio stations from around the world. The MT is also a UPnP Client and can stream up to 24/96 High Res Audio streams from a UPnP Server (NAS or Computer). This App provides the Control Panel for the MT. It also includes a guide for network setup of the Media Tuner. Multiple MT’s can be used to link stereo devices together, forming a simple Whole House Audio solution all controlled from the App.

About

MOON MiND Controller

Control your entire home audio system with this app. Organize and play music from your computer, NAS, or internet streams. Enjoy multi-zone audio and create custom playlists for an effortless music experience.

Highlights
  • Stream music from computer, NAS, or internet
  • Organize music library
  • Create playlists
  • Multi-zone audio control
  • Full home audio control
Features
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On the MiND (MOON intelligent Network Device) technology, your library can consist of music stored on your computer, on a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, or you can simply stream music from a variety of internet sources. Once your music is organized to your liking, you can play tracks, entire albums, or create playlists. MiND even allows for the use of multiple zones in your home, expanding the enjoyment of this system throughout your home. With MOON systems, you get full control of your home audio. The concept of MiND is simple: the future of music playback lies in the intuitive organization of a library, allowing for uncomplicated access to large collections of music that are managed with incredible ease-of-use and efficiency. Sophisticated technology is required to achieve such simplicity and enjoyment. Other music streaming devices exist in the marketplace, but none currently encompass all of the features, the simple operation, nor the uncompromised sonic performance of MiND technology. Note : A MiND unit is required for use with the MiND Controller.

Screenshots

NAD Media Tuner4 screens
MOON MiND Controller2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MOON MiND Controller at weekly against NAD Media Tuner's every 3 weeks. NAD Media Tuner's advantage is iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NAD Media Tuner ships an update every 3 weeks, MOON MiND Controller weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NAD Media Tuner versus MOON MiND Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNAD Media TunerMOON MiND Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.7 (33 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—36.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—33 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS6.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNAD ElectronicsSimaudio Ltee

Bugs and requests

NAD Media Tuner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

MOON MiND Controller

Reported bugs

43 issues
  • Connection not working after update 3.0.6
  • App crashes on open
  • Keeps crashing, requires reboot/Wi-Fi mess
  • Cannot get songs to play audibly
  • App crashes when saving playlist
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  • New version erased all existing playlists
  • Slow to update 'now playing' album cover
  • Latest update is completely unusable, appallingly slow
  • iOS 16.2 causing MiND shutdowns
  • Frequent errors, complex Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Keeps not being found on network, report won't send
  • Remote control function does not work
  • App crashes continually on opening
  • Network Media servers no longer accessible
  • Unstable connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet)
  • Software disconnects
  • Struggles to connect with Ace
  • Browser errors, cannot reach server
  • Device sleep stops playback
  • Cannot stream radio from vtuner or tune In radio
  • App may lock up after updates
  • Minimserver not found
  • App freezes up
  • App does not like sleep mode
  • Over time starts to be slow
  • Front LEDs stop indicating info
  • Cannot go in standby via app
  • App won't be able to locate unit on network
  • Front button for standby stops working
  • App freezes on opening
  • Media servers no longer accessible
  • Always lost connect for 280d
  • Can no longer use app to control Moon Ace
  • Latest update is unusable garbage
  • App just completely stops working
  • Works poorly with Spotify
  • Loses connection with 280D everyday
  • Tidal library takes you back to the beginning
  • Queue cannot be turned off
  • App keeps defaulting to queue
  • Previous versions were unacceptably bad
  • iPad did not connect with streamer/DAC
  • Media server not displayed in the app

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add sorting options for playlists, albums, tracks
  • Add Amazon Music HD support
  • Add home and source buttons on all screens
  • Add software volume control
  • Add Tidal Track Radio feature
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  • Add sleep timer
  • Add option to keep phone awake
  • Add sorting by Genre, Date, Artist
  • Add ability to turn on/off and change inputs with Alexa

In-app purchases

None

NAD Media Tuner

No in-app purchases

None

MOON MiND Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NAD Media Tuner free?
NAD Media Tuner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MOON MiND Controller free?
MOON MiND Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NAD Media Tuner or MOON MiND Controller have ads?
Neither NAD Media Tuner nor MOON MiND Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NAD Media Tuner or MOON MiND Controller?
NAD Media Tuner ships an update every 3 weeks, and MOON MiND Controller weekly. Most recently, NAD Media Tuner was updated on October 1, 2026 and MOON MiND Controller on October 24, 2026.

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