Best Apple Music Remote Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating

19 free apps

Updated August 2026

Out of 249+ apple music remote apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Apple Music Remote Apps (August 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	iTunes Remote	Free	4.6★ (39K)	No	No	Sep 2026
2	Apple Music	Free	4.9★ (3.1M)	No	No	Sep 2026
3	Remote, Mouse and Keyboard	Free	4.5★ (14K)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
4	Apple TV	Free	4.8★ (1.9M)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
5	Audirvāna Remote	Free	4.6★ (848)	No	No	Sep 2026
6	Apple Research	Free	4.2★ (1.5K)	No	No	Sep 2026
7	Logic Remote	Free	4.6★ (7K)	No	No	Sep 2026
8	AM-Connect	Free	—	No	No	May 2026

Top Picks for Apple Music Remote

iTunes Remote by Apple

Editor's Choice

🎬 Entertainment

4.6😐(39K ratings)

Free

Control your Apple Music, iTunes, or Apple TV app library from your iPhone or iPad. Browse content, manage playlists, and stream audio to AirPlay speakers throughout your home.

What We Love

🚀 Excellent for controlling music on Mac and AirPlay devices
👍 Convenient remote control for Apple TV
💡 Allows remote access to iTunes library

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent disconnects and stability issues
🔍 Lacks integration with Apple Music
📺 No longer supports Apple Watch
🔍 Limited functionality compared to previous versions

Apple Music by Apple

Over 100 million songs.

Strong Contender

🎵 Music

4.9😐(3.1M ratings)

Free

Access over 100 million songs with high-quality audio and exclusive content. Enjoy personalized playlists, lyrics with translations, and features like AutoMix and Spatial Audio. Sing along with Apple Music Sing and share music with friends.

What We Love

🎧 Excellent sound quality
🎨 Visually appealing interface
📚 Vast music library
🔍 Effective music discovery
🎁 Seamless integration with Apple ecosystem

Room to Improve

🐛 Buggy and unreliable performance
🔀 Inconsistent shuffle and queue functionality
📥 Issues with downloading and accessing offline music
🔍 Subpar music recommendations
🔒 Limitations with managing personal music library

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard by Remote Sunrise LTD

for Apple TV, Mac, PC and iPad

Worth Considering

🔧 Utilities

4.5😊(14K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote, wireless mouse, and keyboard. Control Apple TV, Mac, Windows PCs, and other iPads seamlessly over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for streaming, work, or presentations.

What We Love

👍 Easy to set up and use
🚀 Smooth and responsive
💡 Versatile remote control features
🔒 Secure connection
🎨 Customizable interface
⌨️ Convenient keyboard and mouse control

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional connection issues
🔋 Drains device battery
💰 Subscription model can be expensive
🔍 Difficult to find free version
🤖 Intrusive ads in free version

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Apple TV

Originals, Sports & More

Free

This app is a central hub for exclusive original series, movies, and live sports like Formula 1 and MLB. It also aggregates content from your favorite streaming services, allowing you to buy or rent titles and discover new shows.

Exclusive Apple OriginalsLive Formula 1 & MLBBuy or rent movies

🎬 Entertainment

(1.9M)

free with in-app purchases

Audirvāna Remote

Audirvāna remote control

Free

Control your music playback on your computer from your mobile device. Access your entire music library, create playlists, and adjust audio settings remotely for a seamless high-fidelity listening experience at home.

Browse music librariesCreate and manage playlistsSelect audio output device

Contribute to groundbreaking health research by participating in studies using your Apple Watch and iPhone. Gain insights into your health and help advance medical science and Apple's health technologies. Choose which data to share and manage your contributions.

Join health research studiesLearn about research partners and goalsUnderstand study expectations

This app extends the creative capabilities of Logic Pro and GarageBand on your Mac. It transforms your iPad or iPhone into a versatile controller for recording, mixing, and performing instruments remotely.

Remote instrument performanceMulti-Touch mixer controlsTransport control

Player for Apple Music: Meows

discover songs from Spotify

Free

Discover new music and manage your library with this app. It allows you to play Spotify playlists, copy them to your library, and filter music by years and genres. Features include a recommendation system, tracking new releases, and automatic song liking/disliking.

Play Spotify playlistsCopy playlists to libraryFilter by years and genres

Streamline the onboarding of iOS devices and Macs into your organization's management system. Easily add devices to Apple School Manager, Apple Business Manager, or Apple Business Essentials for automated enrollment. Configure network settings and assign devices to MDM servers.

Add iOS devices and Macs to organizationAutomated Device Enrollment setupProvide network configuration

Local music, beautifully

Free

🎵 Music

(0)

Airnest: Remote for Mac

Control Trackpad & Keyboard

Discover hidden features and helpful hints for your Apple devices and built-in apps. Explore curated collections of tips, search for specific topics, and access detailed user guides. New suggestions are added regularly to keep you informed.

Learn about devices and built-in appsCollections of tips by topicDetailed user guides

TV Remote: Custom Control

Universal TV Remote

Free

Control your smart TV and streaming devices directly from your iPhone or iPad. This universal remote app offers a clean interface, fast device discovery, and customizable layouts for a seamless viewing experience. It's a convenient backup or replacement for your physical remote.

Control smart TVs and streaming devicesFast Wi-Fi device discoveryClean touch remote interface

by 11 Trading Company LLC

Free

Control compatible Onkyo network products from your iPhone or iPod touch. Stream audio, manage playback, and adjust settings with a streamlined interface. Enjoy enhanced home entertainment convenience.

Audio streaming service operationDLNA server audio controlGeneral remote control

🎬 Entertainment

(384)

free

Remote Music Controller on Web

Play friend’s music library

$0.99

Control your music library remotely over the internet using your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Share control with friends and manage music playback across devices.

Remote music library controlCross-device control (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch)Friend's device control

by 11 Trading Company LLC

Free

Control your Onkyo network A/V products intuitively from your iPhone or iPod touch. Manage internet radio, stream music from DLNA servers or your device, and perform general playback and volume functions. Enjoy advanced features like Spotify and high-resolution audio playback on compatible models.

Internet radio operationDLNA streaming controlGeneral remote and playback functions

Experience high-quality audio playback and control your Sony audio devices. Stream music from various sources, including Hi-Res files, and optimize sound settings for an immersive listening experience at home or on the go.

Play Hi-Res audio tracksConnect to Sony audio devicesOptimize sound settings

🎵 Music

(82K)

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Apple Music Remote

What are the best apple music remote apps for iPhone?

iTunes Remote tops our apple music remote apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 39K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free apple music remote apps for iPhone?

Yes — 19 of the top apple music remote apps we rank are free to download, including iTunes Remote and Apple Music.

Does iTunes Remote have ads or in-app purchases?

iTunes Remote has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.

How many apple music remote apps are on the App Store?

We track 249+ apple music remote apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What does the iTunes Remote app do?

This app allows you to control your Apple Music, iTunes, or Apple TV app libraries from your iPhone or iPad. You can browse your content, manage playlists, search your library, and even send music to AirPlay speakers.

What are the key features of iTunes Remote?

Key features include accessing and browsing your music, movies, TV shows, and podcasts. You can also create and edit playlists, see upcoming songs, search your entire library, and control AirPlay speakers for multi-room audio.

Best Apple Music Remote Apps

Compare top Apple Music Remote Apps (August 2026)

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