Comparison

uControl 2016 vs CoParent Sync

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

Head to head
About

uControl 2016

Control your home entertainment system with a single mobile device. This app acts as a universal remote for centralized AV multiroom systems, allowing you to manage sources and TVs over WiFi. Enjoy intuitive operation, personalized themes, and gesture control for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Universal IR remote control
  • Control AV multiroom systems
  • WiFi connectivity
  • Intuitive setup and operation
  • Personalized themes and backgrounds
  • Gesture control
Features
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uControl is HDANYWHERE’s universal IR remote companion app for controlling MHUB centralised AV multiroom systems and all the connected sources and TVs, over WiFi with a single mobile device instead of multiple remotes. It is programming-free and super simple to setup. It offers all the controllability required for operating your home entertainment system in the majority of AV scenarios. Use your phone or tablet as a universal remote, allowing you to choose which source you want to watch and where, with all the various functions for each device shown on screen, with familiar button layouts and gesture control. uControl can be personalised with by setting background images for each zone/room (such as a photo of your living room) and you can choose a light or dark theme to your preference. The β€˜U’ in uControl stands for a lot of things; β€˜Unintimidating’ in that it’s easy to set up and simply intuitive to operate for the end-user. β€˜Universal’ in that it works with any IR device and β€˜U’ as in its designed and bespoke for each MHUB installation. For more information visit: www.hdanywhere.com/ucontrol-app

About

CoParent Sync

Features
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CoParent Sync is the calm, all-in-one app for families sharing the care of children β€” whether you're co-parents, grandparents or carers. Keep everyone on the same page, reduce misunderstandings, and focus on what matters most: the children you love. ONE PLACE FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILY Invite parents, grandparents and carers into a private, secure family circle. Everyone sees what they need β€” parents get full access, while carers get a simple, read-only view of routines, the diary and photos. WHAT YOU CAN DO β€’ Shared diary & calendar β€” events, milestones and reminders, so nothing is missed β€’ Secure family chat β€” message privately, share photos and celebrate moments β€’ Child profiles β€” routines, allergies, medical and emergency contacts in one place β€’ Parenting plan & handovers β€” agree arrangements and log every handover β€’ Expenses & settle-up β€” track shared costs and see who owes who β€’ To-do lists β€” shared and private tasks β€’ Documents β€” safely store medical, school, legal and financial files β€’ Goals β€” set and track 12-month goals for each child β€’ Contacts β€” a shared list of GPs, schools, dentists and babysitters β€’ Holidays & special days β€” plan and alternate special dates fairly β€’ Court-ready PDF export β€” a tamper-evident record when you need it A CALMER WAY TO COMMUNICATE An optional message assistant gently flags when a message might read as tense and suggests a calmer rewrite β€” helping conversations stay constructive. PRIVATE & SECURE Your family's information stays within your family circle. Files are stored securely and shared only with the members you invite. TRY IT FREE Start with a 14-day free trial. Subscribe any time β€” one plan covers your whole family. Monthly Β£7.99 or Annual Β£79. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel any time in your App Store settings. Privacy Policy and Terms of Service are available in the app and on our website. Terms of Use: https://coparentsync.github.io/coparent-legal/CoParent%20Legal/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://coparentsync.github.io/coparent-legal/CoParent%20Legal/privacy.html

Screenshots

uControl 20164 screens
CoParent Sync4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: uControl 2016 at none against CoParent Sync's 2. uControl 2016 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). CoParent Sync's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. CoParent Sync sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. uControl 2016 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

uControl 2016 ships an update every 2 months, CoParent Sync weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 5 level
uControl 2016 versus CoParent Sync: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteruControl 2016CoParent Sync
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews46.2% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
MonetizationFreeβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch β€” betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 β€” better15.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size45 MB45 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHDConnectivitySamantha Frey

In-app purchases

None

uControl 2016

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

CoParent Sync

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Pro Annual$79.991 Year

Questions

Is uControl 2016 free?
uControl 2016 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CoParent Sync free?
CoParent Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do uControl 2016 or CoParent Sync have ads?
Neither uControl 2016 nor CoParent Sync shows ads.
Which is updated more often, uControl 2016 or CoParent Sync?
uControl 2016 ships an update every 2 months, and CoParent Sync weekly. Most recently, uControl 2016 was updated on October 6, 2026 and CoParent Sync on October 9, 2026.

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