iPort Connect vs Control4
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPort Connect
Easily configure and pair a dedicated audio keypad with your Sonos system. Control scenes, favorites, and more in under two minutes. This accessory is an official "Works with Sonos" product.
- Configure iPort xPRESS Audio Keypad
- Pair with Sonos devices
- Control Scenes
- Control Favorites
- Quick setup (under 2 minutes)
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The iPort App allows you to configure and pair an iPort xPRESS Audio Keypad with any Sonos device. xPRESS is an official "Works with Sonos" accessory. In under 2 minutes, you can add a keypad to any Sonos system to control Scenes, Favorites and more! Learn more about xPRESS at iportproducts.com/xpress
Control4
Manage your smart home devices like lighting, music, and security from a single, intuitive interface. Customize your home screen and create automated routines for seamless control. Integrates with Apple HomeKit for Siri voice commands.
- All-in-one home screen control
- Customizable favorites and widgets
- Automated routines and scenes
- Multiroom entertainment management
- Live camera views and security alerts
- Apple HomeKit and Siri integration
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Easily manage your smart home with a sleek, intuitive interface. Control lighting, shades, music, security, and more—all from one place. Customize your home screen and create personalized routines for quick, seamless access. Now with enhanced features, including Siri voice control through Apple HomeKit. Contact a Control4 integrator to experience Control4 X4 today. NOTE: Prior to using this app, your Control4 system must be updated to Control4 X4 or later. If you are unsure of the software version of our system, check with your Control4 Integrator or log into your Control4 account at control4.com. A Smarter, More Personalized Experience • All-in-One Home Screen – Your central hub for controlling your favorite devices. Manage lighting, motorized shades, music, video, thermostats, security, cameras, door locks, garage doors, and more. See real-time status updates, access favorite devices, and control everything with ease. • Customizable Favorites – Pin the devices and controls you use most for instant access. • Quick Actions & Widgets – Resize, reorder, and organize widgets for seamless control over lighting, security cameras, and more. Personalized to You • Routines & Scenes – Save time by automating your day with pre-set routines for the morning, evening, or any moment in between. • Timers & Schedules – Set outdoor lights to turn on at sunset, TVs to turn off at bedtime, or security to arm at a set time. • Multiroom Entertainment – Control music and video in every room from one app. Play your favorite streaming services or set TVs to turn on when you walk in. Easy Control, Inside and Out • Live Camera Views – Monitor security cameras in real time and receive instant alerts. • Apple HomeKit Integration – Control your space with Siri, Apple Widgets, and CarPlay.* apple store only • Smart Notifications – Stay informed with alerts for doorbell rings, motion sensors, or security events. With the Control4 App, your space works the way you want it to — simplifying your life with effortless control. Download today and experience personalized automation like never before! *HomeKit, Siri, CarPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Control4 at 3.6 against iPort Connect's 1.7. Control4 also leads on review sentiment (39% vs 13%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). iPort Connect's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Control4 holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 54 and 70 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of iPort Connect's written reviews are positive against 39% of Control4's.
iPort Connect ships an update every 2 months, Control4 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iPort Connect | Control4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (54 ratings) | 3.6 (70 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 13.0% of reviews | 39.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 54 | 70 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 253 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dana Innovations | Snap One, LLC |
Customer experience
iPort Connect
Control4
Bugs and requests
iPort Connect
Reported bugs
23 issues- Buttons at the top of the screen are blocked by the front facing camera
- App crashes on load
- App crashes when trying to set up
- App crashes when trying to edit remote
- App crashes when opening
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- App crashes when adding a remote
- App crashes when trying to configure
- App crashes when trying to open a device/room
- App crashes when selecting a remote
- App crashes when trying to pair
- App crashes during pairing
- App crashes immediately after iOS14
- App flashes briefly then crashes
- App quits on selecting iPort
- Cannot connect keypad to network
- App cannot see network connection
- Firmware will not upgrade
- Device doesn't talk to the app
- Constantly needs to be reconfigured
- Cannot find wireless network
- Cannot pair with Sonos 10.1 firmware
- Firmware needs to be fixed for grouped zones
- Battery life is extremely poor
Requested features
6 requests- Needs an update for iPhone X and up
- Fix compatibility with iOS 14
- Fix app crashes
- Needs multi-room controls
- Allow control of grouped Sonos zones
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- Replicate physical Sonos button functionality
Control4
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iPort Connect
No in-app purchases
Control4
No in-app purchases









