# RUMlogNG2Go vs Controller for HomeKit

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RUMlogNG2Go at 74% against Controller for HomeKit's 27%. RUMlogNG2Go also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). Controller for HomeKit's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 weeks). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Controller for HomeKit is free to download; RUMlogNG2Go costs $4.99 up front. Controller for HomeKit sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. RUMlogNG2Go asks for nothing beyond the download.

RUMlogNG2Go holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Controller for HomeKit has 2.7K ratings behind it against 251, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of RUMlogNG2Go's written reviews are positive against 27% of Controller for HomeKit's.

RUMlogNG2Go ships an update every 4 weeks, Controller for HomeKit every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RUMlogNG2Go | Controller for HomeKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (251 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rumlogng2go/id1005575164/reviews)** | [4.1 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controller-for-homekit/id1198176727/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 251 | **2.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **73.5% of reviews** | 26.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 15 MB | 210 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thomas Lindner, DL2RUM](https://appshunter.io/developer/531394808) | [acasa Software GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/974663980) |

## What reviewers say

### RUMlogNG2Go

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rumlogng2go/id1005575164)

This application serves as a contact logging tool for amateur radio enthusiasts. It allows users to manage their QSO logs, import and export data in ADIF format, and integrate with various online services for QSL confirmation and log uploads. Features include DXCC tracking, sunrise/sunset calculations, and DX cluster integration.

**Highlights:** Contact logging for amateur radio, ADIF file import and export, DXCC, heading, and distance calculations, eQSL and LoTW user identification, Integrated telnet DX cluster, Real-time Grayline Map, Transceiver data exchange

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Controller for HomeKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controller-for-homekit/id1198176727)

Enhance your smart home experience with advanced control and automation. Visualize your home with floor plans, track device performance with charts, and create complex automations tailored to your needs. Organize devices, store setup codes, and monitor your entire smart home ecosystem.

**Highlights:** Floor plan visualization with LiDAR, Device performance charts, Complex automations and workflows, Custom notifications, Smart folders and filters, Setup code storage, Device maintenance and logs

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Controller Essentials | $4.99 | per month |
| Essentials Lifetime - Plus Addon | $4.99 | per month |
| Controller Plus | $8.99 | per month |
| Essentials Lifetime - Plus Addon | $39.99 | per year |
| Controller Essentials | $39.99 | per year |
| Controller Plus | $79.99 | per year |
| Controller Essentials Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |
| Controller Essentials Lifetime | $139.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful automation features
- 📚 Helpful backup and restore functionality
- 🔍 Detailed logging and troubleshooting
- 🧠 Advanced HomeKit control and customization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and crash-prone
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤖 Poor customer support
- 🤔 Confusing and unintuitive UI

**Reported bugs**

- Backup and restore issues
- Disappearing automations and accessories
- Compatibility problems with iOS 16.2
- Slow performance and unresponsiveness

**Requested features**

- Improved documentation and tutorials
- Better integration with Apple Home app
- Support for more HomeKit device types
- Ability to customize automation triggers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RUMlogNG2Go free?

RUMlogNG2Go costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Controller for HomeKit free?

Controller for HomeKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RUMlogNG2Go or Controller for HomeKit?

RUMlogNG2Go is rated higher. RUMlogNG2Go averages 4.7 out of 5 from 251 ratings, while Controller for HomeKit averages 4.1 from 2.7K ratings.

### Do RUMlogNG2Go or Controller for HomeKit have ads?

Neither RUMlogNG2Go nor Controller for HomeKit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RUMlogNG2Go or Controller for HomeKit?

RUMlogNG2Go ships an update every 4 weeks, and Controller for HomeKit every 10 days. Most recently, RUMlogNG2Go was updated on October 12, 2026 and Controller for HomeKit on October 15, 2026.

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