Best Apple Music Remote Apps

4.6😐(40K 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

4.9😐(3.3M 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

Music Remote Control Companion by Jiali Cai

Worth Considering

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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More Apple Music Remote apps to explore

For Apple TV, Mac and PC

Universal remote for TVs and streaming devicesWireless mouse and keyboard for Mac/PCLive screen viewing for computers

Transform your iPhone, iPad, or Mac into a versatile remote for TVs, streaming devices, computers, and other iPads. Control media, navigate interfaces, type with a keyboard, and automate tasks with custom panels. Offers a seamless experience across your Apple ecosystem.

🔧 Utilities

(14K)

free with in-app purchases

This app acts as a smart media player for your favorite TV channels, movies, and series. It supports various playlist formats and offers features like a touch-friendly EPG, offline viewing, and casting to larger screens. It also includes a built-in VPN for secure streaming and allows for local TV recording.

Supports M3U8, Xtream, Plex, Jellyfin, Emby playlistsTouchscreen-optimized EPGOffline playback via downloads

Your PC’s music, in your hand.

(3.1K)

freemium

RemoTune: Music Remote

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

(7K)

IPTV Smarters・Smart TV Player

IPTV Xtream, Watch Live Stream

Personalized content librariesAdvanced M3U file playerWide format support (mp4, m3u, mov, etc.)

This app allows users to create personalized content libraries and playlists from legal sources. It features an advanced M3U file player with extensive format support and seamless live IPTV streaming. Enjoy your favorite content anytime, anywhere with a user-friendly interface.

MonkeyMote Music Remote Lite

(1.8K)

subscription

Take control of your music

Wireless playback controlDisplay song information and cover artView and control playlists

Control your music playback wirelessly from your iPhone or iPod touch. This app connects to your PC via WiFi, allowing you to manage playback, view song details, and control playlists for popular media players.

Audirvāna remote control

Browse music librariesCreate and manage playlistsSelect audio output device

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.

Originals, Sports & More

Exclusive Apple OriginalsLive Formula 1 & MLBBuy or rent movies

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.

free with in-app purchases

(1.9M)

Sony | Music Center

by Sony Corporation

Play Hi-Res music from smartphonePlayback from CD, USB, and SmartphoneNetwork music browsing (DLNA)

This app allows music lovers to enjoy Hi-Res sound sources with excellent audio quality. Connect to compatible Sony audio devices to optimize playback and settings for the best possible sound experience.

(85K)

Take control of your music

MonkeyMote Music Remote

$1.99

Control your music playback wirelessly from your iPhone or iPod touch. This app connects to your Windows PC via WiFi, allowing you to manage playback, view track details, and organize your media library. It supports popular players like Winamp and MediaMonkey.

Wireless playback controlDisplay song info, lyrics, cover artPlaylist management

🔧 Utilities

(144)

paid

TouchTunes: Jukebox Music

Playlists & Tunes for Bars

Browse nearby jukebox locationsQueue songs in real-timeCreate and save custom playlists

Control the music at your favorite bars and restaurants directly from your phone. Browse nearby venues, queue songs, and create playlists to personalize your night out. Earn perks and discover new music with this interactive jukebox experience.

(1.1M)

Player for Apple Music: Meows

discover songs from Spotify

Play Spotify playlistsCopy playlists to libraryFilter by years and genres

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.

Control Trackpad & Keyboard

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ad-supported

Airnest: Remote for Mac

Wireless trackpad with multi-touch gesturesFull wireless keyboard with shortcutsMedia playback and volume control

Transform your iPhone into a wireless trackpad, keyboard, and media controller for your Mac. Enjoy seamless control over your computer from anywhere in your home without cables or complex pairing.

🔧 Utilities

(1)

free with in-app purchases

Onkyo Remote 2

by 11 Trading Company LLC

Internet radio operationDLNA streaming controlGeneral remote and playback functions

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.

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