Comparison

Denon AVR Remote vs Klipsch Connect Plus

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

Klipsch Connect Plus

This app allows users to control and personalize their compatible Klipsch audio products. Adjust EQ settings, manage speaker levels, and install feature updates for an enhanced listening experience. Access product manuals, troubleshooting guides, and direct support.

Highlights
  • Personalize EQ settings
  • Adjust subwoofer and surround levels
  • Install feature updates
  • Access product manuals and guides
  • Troubleshoot common issues
  • Contact product support
Features
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NOTE: This is the NEW Klipsch Connect Plus. Please check the compatibility list before installing. Klipsch Connect Plus™ works with: • Flexus 300 • Flexus 100 and 200 Dolby Atmos Soundbars • Cinema 800/1200 Soundbars • Music City Series: Austin, Nashville, Detroit • The One+ and The Three+ • Music City Party speakers (Vegas, Miami, New York) • Fives, Sevens, Nines • Fives II, Sevens II, Nines II NOTE: Klipsch Connect Plus is currently not compatible with other Klipsch products. Support for additional models will be added in future releases. The Klipsch Connect app(https://apps.apple.com/us/app/klipsch-connect/id1490524287) supports The Fives, Sevens, Nines, T5 Headphones, Cinema Soundbars, Music City Series and the One/Three Plus Need support or have a feature suggestion? Please reach out to our Product Support team: • https://support.klipsch.com or • +1-800-KLIPSCH You can easily personalize your experience by adjusting EQ, subwoofer, surround speaker levels, and more. You can install feature updates, troubleshoot common issues, and contact product support. Features (availability varies by product): • EQ Presets • Custom EQ Adjustments • Dolby Atmos (tm) Sound Mode Control • Input Selection • Night Mode and Dialog Mode Control • Channel-Specific Volume Control • Subwoofer Volume Control • Quick-Start Guides & Product Manuals • How-To Videos and FAQs • Product Firmware and Feature Updates • Product Registration • Easy Access to Product Support We’re here to help, feel free to contact us at https://support.klipsch.com or +1-800-KLIPSCH

Screenshots

Denon AVR Remote4 screens
Klipsch Connect Plus3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Klipsch Connect Plus at 4.3 against Denon AVR Remote's 2.0. Klipsch Connect Plus also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

Klipsch Connect Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.5K and 1.4K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 21% of Denon AVR Remote's written reviews are positive against 20% of Klipsch Connect Plus's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Denon AVR Remote ships an update every 2 months, Klipsch Connect Plus fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Denon AVR Remote versus Klipsch Connect Plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDenon AVR RemoteKlipsch Connect Plus
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1.5K ratings)4.3 (1.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.4% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.5K — better1.4K
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB241 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperD&M HoldingsKlipsch Group, Inc.

Customer experience

Denon AVR Remote

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

Klipsch Connect Plus

All ratings1,308 ratings
Positive81.5%
Neutral2.9%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews175 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative72.0%

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

Klipsch Connect Plus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Denon AVR Remote

No in-app purchases

None

Klipsch Connect Plus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Denon AVR Remote free?
Denon AVR Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Klipsch Connect Plus free?
Klipsch Connect Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Denon AVR Remote or Klipsch Connect Plus?
Klipsch Connect Plus is rated higher. Denon AVR Remote averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Klipsch Connect Plus averages 4.3 from 1.4K ratings.
Do Denon AVR Remote or Klipsch Connect Plus have ads?
Neither Denon AVR Remote nor Klipsch Connect Plus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Denon AVR Remote or Klipsch Connect Plus?
Denon AVR Remote ships an update every 2 months, and Klipsch Connect Plus fortnightly. Most recently, Denon AVR Remote was updated on October 24, 2026 and Klipsch Connect Plus on October 25, 2026.

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