Comparison

Marantz AVR Remote vs Lovesac StealthTech

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

Head to head
About

Marantz AVR Remote

Control your compatible Marantz AV receiver with your iOS device. Manage power, volume, inputs, and settings. Seamlessly integrate with HEOS for network browsing and control.

Highlights
  • Control power, volume, and inputs
  • Access Smart Select and Surround Modes
  • Network browsing with HEOS integration
  • ECO Mode settings
  • Option settings (Sleep Tone, Channel Level)
  • Marantz CD Player control
  • View user manuals
Features
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The “Marantz AVR Remote” app for iPhone and iPad will give you an unprecedented level of command and control over the latest generation of Marantz AV Receivers (due to hardware differences, older models are not supported with this app. Please check the model compatibility list below). A wide portfolio of useful features, nicely designed graphics and easy to operate user interface do make the app a useful tool to control your AVR. Control the basic functions of your Marantz product with power, volume, input and settings. Have direct access to Smart Select and Surround Modes. Network browsing is either done within the Marantz AVR Remote app or depending on model by selecting HEOS network as input which opens the HEOS app automatically. With the new Marantz AVR Remote, your iOS device just became an integral part of your home entertainment experience. "Because Music Matters" Compatible Marantz Models (*1, *2) 2026 New Models Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV 30 Network AV Receiver: CINEMA 50 SERIES 2, CINEMA 60 SERIES 2, CINEMA 70s SERIES 2 2025 Model Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV 20 2024 Model Network AV Receiver: CINEMA 30 2023 Model Network AV Receiver: STEREO 70s 2022 Models Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV 10 Network AV Receiver: CINEMA 40, CINEMA 50, CINEMA 60, CINEMA 70s 2021 Model Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV8805A 2020 Models Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV7706 Network AV Receiver: SR8015, SR7015, SR6015, SR5015, NR1711 2019 Models Network AV Receiver: SR6014, SR5014, NR1710, NR1510, NR1200 2018 Models Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV7705 Network AV Receiver: SR7013, SR6013, SR5013, NR1609, NR1509 2017 Models Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV8805, AV7704 Network AV Receiver: SR8012, SR7012, SR6012, SR5012, NR1608, NR1508 2016 Models Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV7703 Network AV Receiver: SR7011, SR6011, SR5011, NR1607 2015 Models Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV7702mkII Network AV Receiver: SR7010, SR6010, SR5010, NR1606, NR1506 2014 Models Network AV Pre-Amplifier: AV8802, AV8802A *Not compatible with Marantz models other than the above models. Main feature: •On the fly HEOS app switching for network browsing and control for HEOS built-in AVR and AVP •ECO Mode setting •Option settings (Sleep Tone, Channel Level etc.) and Selected Setup Features •Marantz CD Control when your Marantz AVR is connected to Marantz CD Player with a remote cable •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 Marantz 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

Lovesac StealthTech

Control and customize your Sactionals StealthTech Sound + Charge system. Optimize audio based on your furniture's configuration and cover material for an immersive sound experience. Adjust bass, treble, volume, and save custom presets.

Highlights
  • Optimize sound based on configuration
  • Tune audio to Sactionals covers
  • Adjust bass, treble, and volume
  • Create and save custom presets
  • Enable/disable Quiet Couch Mode
Features
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The official app to control, customize, and personalize Sactionals StealthTech Sound + Charge. StealthTech Sound + Charge is comprised of premium surround sound audio by Harman Kardon and integrated wireless charging, all completely hidden from view inside Lovesac products. The unique proximity and placement of the speakers and subwoofer, combined with the patented technology of sound frequency traveling through the fabric, delivers an unparalleled, immersive audio experience. Optimize Based on Configuration Shape. Patented, enhanced tuning technology adjusts and calibrates the sound properties to the layout of your Sactionals setup, providing immersive surround sound from every seat. Tune to Your Specific Sactionals Covers. This patented technology adjusts audio frequencies based on the precise characteristics, density, and color of your specific Sactionals Covers for the superior sound quality and immaculate clarity only the Sound + Charge System with sound by Harman Kardon can provide. Adjust Sound Properties. Use the app interface to control bass, treble, volume, and speaker balance via smartphone or tablet. Select, Create, and Save Tuning Presets. Choose from Harman Kardon defined tuning presets to pair with Movie, Music, TV, or News. Plus, adjust sound properties on your own to create and save custom presets. Enable/Disable Quiet Couch Mode. Use this mode to limit the sound and bass coming from your couch, for those moments that don’t call for immersive surround sound.

Screenshots

Marantz AVR Remote4 screens
Lovesac StealthTech4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Lovesac StealthTech at 3.0 against Marantz AVR Remote's 2.0. On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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

Lovesac StealthTech holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 627 and 294 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Marantz AVR Remote's written reviews are positive against 25% of Lovesac StealthTech's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Marantz AVR Remote ships an update every 3 months, Lovesac StealthTech every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Marantz AVR Remote versus Lovesac StealthTech: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarantz AVR RemoteLovesac StealthTech
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (627 ratings)3.0 (294 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.9% of reviews25.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings627 — better294
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperD&M HoldingsThe Lovesac Company

Customer experience

Marantz AVR Remote

All ratings625 ratings
Positive21.4%
Neutral7.0%
Negative71.5%
Written reviews613 reviews
Positive20.9%
Neutral9.5%
Negative69.7%

Lovesac StealthTech

All ratings287 ratings
Positive48.4%
Neutral3.1%
Negative48.4%
Written reviews111 reviews
Positive25.2%
Neutral6.3%
Negative68.5%

User reviews

Marantz AVR Remote

From 627 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient remote control
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 💡 Comprehensive functionality
  • 🚀 Quick response
  • 👍 Works well with latest iOS

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes
  • 🐛 Unreliable connectivity
  • 🐛 Slow and unresponsive
  • 👎 Outdated design
  • 🐛 Buggy after updates

Lovesac StealthTech

From 294 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great sound quality
  • 🔒 Customizable sound settings
  • 👍 Easy to use app
  • 🚀 Immersive surround sound experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnection issues
  • 🐛 App not working consistently
  • 🐛 Difficult to update firmware
  • 🐛 Limited functionality without app

Bugs and requests

Marantz AVR Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to detect receiver
  • Crashing on certain functions
  • Inconsistent volume and power controls
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved media server integration
  • Better Audyssey settings control
  • Faster navigation and UI responsiveness

Lovesac StealthTech

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App unable to detect or connect to sound system
  • Sound system losing connection randomly
  • Inability to save custom sound settings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to control individual speakers
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Improved app reliability and connectivity
  • More sound profile customization options

In-app purchases

None

Marantz AVR Remote

No in-app purchases

None

Lovesac StealthTech

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Marantz AVR Remote free?
Marantz AVR Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lovesac StealthTech free?
Lovesac StealthTech is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Marantz AVR Remote or Lovesac StealthTech?
Lovesac StealthTech is rated higher. Marantz AVR Remote averages 2.0 out of 5 from 627 ratings, while Lovesac StealthTech averages 3.0 from 294 ratings.
Do Marantz AVR Remote or Lovesac StealthTech have ads?
Neither Marantz AVR Remote nor Lovesac StealthTech shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Marantz AVR Remote or Lovesac StealthTech?
Marantz AVR Remote ships an update every 3 months, and Lovesac StealthTech every 4 months. Most recently, Marantz AVR Remote was updated on October 24, 2026 and Lovesac StealthTech on October 24, 2026.

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