Comparison

Denon AVR Remote vs JUKE AUDIO

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

Head to head
About

Denon AVR Remote

Control your compatible network-ready Denon AV Receiver from your iOS device. Manage basic functions, access network browsing, and adjust settings with an overhauled interface. Integrates with HEOS for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Basic function control (power, volume, input)
  • Network browsing and HEOS app integration
  • ECO Mode settings
  • Option settings (Sleep Tone, Channel Level)
  • View user manuals
  • Multi-language support
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This app for iPhone and iPad will give you an unprecedented level of command and control over your 2014 or later model year network ready Denon AV Receivers (due to hardware differences, older models are not supported with this app. Please check the model compatibility list below). Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have been completely overhauled. Control the basic functions of your Denon product with power, volume, input and settings. Network browsing is either done within the Denon AVR Remote app or depending on model by selecting HEOS network as input which opens the HEOS app automatically. With the Denon AVR Remote, your iOS device just became an integral part of your home entertainment experience. Compatible Denon Models (*1, *2) 2026 New Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-S980H, AVR-X2900H, AVR-X3900H 2024 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-A10H, AVR-X6800H 2023 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-X1800H, AVR-S770H, AVR-S670H, DRA-900H 2022 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-A1H, AVR-X4800H, AVR-X3800H, AVR-X2800H, AVR-S970H 2021 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-X8500HA, AVR-X1700H, AVR-S760H, AVR-S660H 2020 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-A110, AVR-X6700H, AVR-X4700H, AVR-X3700H, AVR-X2700H, AVR-S960H 2019 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-X3600H, AVR-X2600H, AVR-X1600H, AVR-S950H, AVR-S750H, AVR-S650H, DRA-800H 2018 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-X6500H, AVR-X4500H, AVR-X3500H, AVR-X2500H, AVR-X1500H, AVR-S940H, AVR-S740H, AVR-S640H 2017 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-X8500H, AVR-X6400H, AVR-X4400H, AVR-X3400H, AVR-X2400H, AVR-X1400H, AVR-S930H, AVR-S730H 2016 Models Network AV Receiver: AVR-X6300H, AVR-X4300H, AVR-X3300W, AVR-X2300W, AVR-X1300W, AVR-S920W, AVR-S720W 2015 Models: Network AV Receiver: AVR-X6200W, AVR-X4200W, AVR-X3200W, AVR-X2200W, AVR-X1200W, AVR-S910W, AVR-S710W 2014 Models: Network AV Receiver: AVR-X7200W, AVR-X7200WA *Not compatible with Denon models other than the above models. Main feature: •On the fly HEOS app switching for network browsing and control for HEOS built-in AVRs •ECO Mode setting •Option settings (Sleep Tone, Channel Level etc.) and Selected Setup Features •Viewing User manuals •Multi-Language Support (English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Italian, Swedish, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Russian and Polish.) (*3) Notes: *1: A firmware update for your Denon product is may be needed, please update the firmware via the system setup menu. (General > Firmware) If the App doesn't work well, please try to reboot your mobile device, unplug the power cord of the main unit and reinsert into the power outlet or check your home network. *2: Please set "Network Control" to "ON" in your product via the system setup menu to use this app. (Network > Network Control) *3: The OS language setting is automatically detected; when not available, English is selected.

About

JUKE AUDIO

Control and power architectural speakers throughout your home wirelessly. This app allows personalized device configuration, input selection, and zone grouping for a seamless multi-room audio experience. Stream music from various sources to different rooms simultaneously.

Highlights
  • Zone grouping and control
  • Multi-user simultaneous streaming
  • Wireless streaming via Wi-Fi/Ethernet
  • Individual volume control
  • Direct streaming from apps/library
Features
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Juke Audio is an all-in-one audio solution for powering and wirelessly controlling architectural speakers across an entire home or building. Accompanying our multi-room amplifiers is the official Juke Audio app for personalized device configuration, input control, and speaker selection. Features include: - Intuitive interface that allows you to group any combination of listening zones together - Multi-user streaming support allowing 4 devices to stream different audio to different rooms simultaneously - Excellent streaming range over the local wireless network via Ethernet or Wi-Fi - Digital control of volume levels for each independent room or speaker pairs - Direct streaming compatibility for seamless listening from your favorite streaming applications, music library, or wired analog input For more information please visit: www.jukeaudio.com

Screenshots

Denon AVR Remote4 screens
JUKE AUDIO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: JUKE AUDIO at 84% against Denon AVR Remote's 21%. JUKE AUDIO also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.0) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, 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

JUKE AUDIO holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.4K and 1.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Denon AVR Remote's written reviews are positive against 84% of JUKE AUDIO's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Denon AVR Remote ships an update every 2 months, JUKE AUDIO monthly. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Denon AVR Remote versus JUKE AUDIO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDenon AVR RemoteJUKE AUDIO
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1.4K ratings)4.9 (1.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.4% of reviews84.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.4K1.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperD&M HoldingsJUKEAUDIO

Customer experience

Denon AVR Remote

All ratings1,446 ratings
Positive21.6%
Neutral6.8%
Negative71.6%
Written reviews954 reviews
Positive21.4%
Neutral10.3%
Negative68.3%

JUKE AUDIO

All ratings1,489 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.5%
Negative0.5%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive84.4%
Neutral6.3%
Negative9.4%

User reviews

Denon AVR Remote

From 1.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Works as intended
  • 🚀 Flawless connectivity
  • 💡 Convenient remote control
  • 👍 Intuitive interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Unreliable connection
  • 🐛 Buggy after updates
  • 🔧 Outdated and clunky UI

JUKE AUDIO

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy setup and use
  • 👍 Great sound quality
  • 💡 Versatile multi-room capabilities
  • 🚀 Reliable performance
  • 👍 Affordable compared to alternatives

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with WiFi and Ethernet
  • 🐛 App bugs and compatibility problems
  • 🔒 Concerns about app requirement for full functionality

Bugs and requests

Denon AVR Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App unable to detect receiver on network
  • Volume controls not syncing with receiver
  • Certain settings not persisting across inputs
  • Frequent app crashes and hangs

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to manually enter receiver IP address
  • More customization options
  • Better integration with smart home platforms
  • Improved multi-zone control

JUKE AUDIO

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Random disconnections and system resets required
  • App not working on some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Higher power output options
  • More advanced EQ and audio controls
  • Improved iPad app support

In-app purchases

None

Denon AVR Remote

No in-app purchases

None

JUKE AUDIO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Denon AVR Remote free?
Denon AVR Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JUKE AUDIO free?
JUKE AUDIO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Denon AVR Remote or JUKE AUDIO?
JUKE AUDIO is rated higher. Denon AVR Remote averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while JUKE AUDIO averages 4.9 from 1.5K ratings.
Do Denon AVR Remote or JUKE AUDIO have ads?
Neither Denon AVR Remote nor JUKE AUDIO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Denon AVR Remote or JUKE AUDIO?
Denon AVR Remote ships an update every 2 months, and JUKE AUDIO monthly. Most recently, Denon AVR Remote was updated on October 18, 2026 and JUKE AUDIO on October 18, 2026.

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