# Shure PLAY

> Personalized AONIC Listening

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1326288926](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1326288926)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1326288926`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Shure
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (1,189 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-08-01
- **First published:** 2019-01-08
- **Size:** 71 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/shure-play/id1326288926)
- **Website:** [https://www.shure.com/play](https://www.shure.com/play)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.shure.com/en-US/legal/privacy](https://www.shure.com/en-US/legal/privacy)

## Description

Shure PLAY lets you personalize and update Shure AONIC products, as well as play high-res audio files. Enjoy an advanced parametric EQ in the app or save EQ settings directly to supported devices for a customized listening experience wherever you go.

Key features include button customization, prompts and tones, Environment Mode, adjustable Active Noise Cancellation, an interactive user guide, and a Hi-Res Music Player for importing and playing your own files. Note: ANC, button customization, and hardware EQ are available on select products.

## Rankings

- #51,757 — Overall

## Review summary

Shure PLAY is praised for its clean UI, model-aware behavior, deep EQ/tuning options, battery tracking, and the PausePlus feature. However, multiple reviews flag reliability problems: inconsistent Bluetooth connectivity, slow app performance, limited service integration (Apple Music only, no Find My), PausePlus not reacting to system-wide pauses, and several bugs/limitations in firmware management and settings.

### Pros

- Streamlined UI for the TW2/215 combo that feels practical and easy to use
- App is model-aware and detects which Shure headphones you’re using (SE215/SE535, etc.)
- Powerful audio controls including a strong parametric EQ and fine-tuning options
- Battery life/status monitoring helps you track how long you can use the headphones
- PausePlus concept (Environment Mode enabled on pause) is a standout feature when working
- Overall feature-rich app that provides extensive control over the earphones

### Cons

- Inconsistent Bluetooth connectivity and device recognition; headphones sometimes won’t pair or are not seen by the app, requiring reboots
- Slow performance and lag; changes can take a long time to apply or respond
- Apple Music integration only (no Spotify/other services) and lack of Find My compatibility
- PausePlus only responds to TW2 button presses, not system-wide pause events or in-app controls (limiting usability when hardware buttons aren’t accessible)
- Reliability issues and some usability bugs (e.g., occasional EQ save/input bugs, firmware management limitations)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1326288926)