Comparison

MX HomePro vs Crestron Home

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

Head to head
About

MX HomePro

Control your smart home devices and entertainment systems from a single app. Seamlessly integrate security, lighting, audio, and video for a more enjoyable living experience. Launch other favorite apps directly from the control ribbon.

Highlights
  • Unified control of smart home devices
  • Entertainment system integration
  • Security system monitoring
  • Customizable app launching ribbon
  • Unlimited device installations
  • Works with MX HomePro Smart Hub
Features
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The MX HomePro™ mobile app sets MX HomePro™ apart from other home control systems. The MX HomePro™ mobile app for iOS devices sets URC® MX HomePro apart from other home control systems. One touch of an icon on your smartphone or tablet enables control of your entertainment plus smart home devices. Check your security system, turn on pre-set lights, start the music and settle into movie night in a way you never thought possible. The MX HomePro app works with the URC MX HomePro system. The app requires the MX HomePro Smart Hub for operation. MX HomePro systems are installed and maintained by a network of trained systems integration professionals. A unique “app launching” feature lets you launch any of eight other apps from a scrolling ribbon. Incorporate almost any app – including the native app for smart devices. You can even incorporate your favorite social media apps onto the scrolling ribbon for quick access. For example, if you already have a security app to control your home security system, you can add that native app to the ribbon. This allows you to retain the exact user experience that the device manufacturer intended. The MX HomePro app is virtually limitless. Just about any new compatible product that comes along can be added and controlled within the app. The app can be installed on an unlimited number of smart devices, so every family member has access without additional expense. The MX HomePro mobile app devices works with the MX HomePro Smart Hub for easy, handheld control of electronic components in your home (audio/video and home entertainment plus devices such as lights, thermostats, security systems and more) to make life more enjoyable. This app is installed as part of a MX HomePro system by your smart home professional.

About

Crestron Home

Control your entire smart home from your mobile device. Manage lighting, climate, audio, video, shades, and security with intuitive controls and voice commands. Personalize your living spaces and create custom scenes for effortless automation.

Highlights
  • Remote smart home control
  • Lighting and climate management
  • Audio and video control
  • Shade and security integration
  • Customizable scenes
  • Voice command support
  • Personalized room settings
Features
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The Crestron Home™ app makes it easy to access and control every aspect of your Crestron smart home with the tap of a button on your iPhone® or iPad®, or with the sound of your voice. Lighting, climate, audio, video, shades, security, and more are at your command, from wherever you happen to be. Experience rooms that awaken with a single touch and environments that adjust to your every mood. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your home is safe and sound, whether you’re home or away. Crestron Home elevates your living experience, transforming your everyday commands into instantaneous delight. Designed for you Personalize your experience for every room and space in your home. Create scenes to activate multiple smart home features with one tap. Easily personalize your room images and screen savers. Seamless, simple control Easily manage one or multiple homes, remotely or on the premises. Responsive and intuitive Access all your home’s information via smooth animations and easy-to-navigate, responsive icons. Organize your favorites, navigate your rooms, and personalize each destination with your image of choice. Easy accessibility Instantly activate any level of control you require. Dynamic performance Commands are displayed dynamically, from home screen actions to climate control. Set your preferred temperature and see the transition occur right before your eyes. Connected entertainment Enjoy what matters, including a rich multimedia experience that features your preferred entertainment services, all easy to access and control. NOTE: Use of the Crestron Home app requires a Crestron smart home system that has been installed and licensed by a Crestron Authorized Dealer. Visit our Dealer Locator page to find one near you: https://www.crestron.com/en-US/How-To-Buy/find-a-dealer-or-partner/Elite-Platinum-Residential-Dealers

Screenshots

MX HomePro4 screens
Crestron Home4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Crestron Home at 3.7 against MX HomePro's 2.2. Crestron Home also leads on review sentiment (43% vs 14%) and ratings volume (108 vs 13). MX HomePro's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Crestron Home holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Crestron Home has 108 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of MX HomePro's written reviews are positive against 43% of Crestron Home's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MX HomePro ships an update every 3 months, Crestron Home every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MX HomePro versus Crestron Home: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMX HomeProCrestron Home
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (13 ratings)3.7 (108 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews42.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13108 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUniversal Remote ControlCrestron Electronics, Inc.

Customer experience

MX HomePro

All ratings12 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

Crestron Home

All ratings108 ratings
Positive63.0%
Neutral6.5%
Negative30.6%
Written reviews47 reviews
Positive42.6%
Neutral10.6%
Negative46.8%

Bugs and requests

MX HomePro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Crestron Home

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • App does not connect to home on iPad
  • Scenes not appearing in the app
  • Bug where app doesn't scroll (music zones)
  • iPhone won't rotate from portrait to landscape
  • MacBook version doesn't connect
Show 14 more
  • App cannot locate homes on network
  • iOS shortcut feature broken
  • Thermostat control resets after changing
  • Air conditioning never shows correct setting or responds
  • AC units misbehaving after update
  • Desired temperature setting resets
  • Cannot see desired temperature
  • Alerts not visible
  • Latencies at app launch due to websockets
  • Basic gestures like edge swipe mishandled
  • Climates (VRV) and STB selection issues
  • STB remotes disappear
  • Blackout shade no longer responds to app
  • Adding lights to a custom scene freezes app

Requested features

10 requests
  • Allow iPad app to run on Vision Pro
  • Add in-app help for users
  • Fix master volume to change zones proportionally
  • Support Dynamic Type for iOS text size
  • Add Favourites for FTA, Foxtel, Fetch TV
Show 5 more
  • Default to Remote Tab if no favourites
  • Allow user to add customized web view
  • Add pool controls (Pentair)
  • Add garage door controls (Liftmaster)
  • Integrate with 4K security camera NVRs (Lorex)

In-app purchases

None

MX HomePro

No in-app purchases

None

Crestron Home

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MX HomePro free?
MX HomePro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Crestron Home free?
Crestron Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MX HomePro or Crestron Home?
Crestron Home is rated higher. MX HomePro averages 2.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Crestron Home averages 3.7 from 108 ratings.
Do MX HomePro or Crestron Home have ads?
Neither MX HomePro nor Crestron Home shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MX HomePro or Crestron Home?
MX HomePro ships an update every 3 months, and Crestron Home every 2 months. Most recently, MX HomePro was updated on October 24, 2026 and Crestron Home on October 24, 2026.

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