Denon AVR Remote vs JUKE AUDIO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
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.
- Zone grouping and control
- Multi-user simultaneous streaming
- Wireless streaming via Wi-Fi/Ethernet
- Individual volume control
- Direct streaming from apps/library
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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
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
Denon AVR Remote ships an update every 2 months, JUKE AUDIO monthly. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.
| Parameter | Denon AVR Remote | JUKE AUDIO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (1.4K ratings) | 4.9 (1.5K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 21.4% of reviews | 84.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.4K | 1.5K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 77 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | D&M Holdings | JUKEAUDIO |
Customer experience
Denon AVR Remote
JUKE AUDIO
User reviews
Denon AVR Remote
From 1.4K App Store ratingsWhat 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 ratingsWhat 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
Denon AVR Remote
No in-app purchases
JUKE AUDIO
No in-app purchases
Questions
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