Comparison

GX CONTROL vs myGrenton

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

Head to head
About

GX CONTROL

Remotely manage SATEL communication modules with this functional tool. Monitor module status, check inputs/outputs, view event logs, and control connected devices. Configuration is simplified via SMS or QR code scanning.

Highlights
  • Module status evaluation
  • Input and output status verification
  • Event information browsing
  • Remote output control
  • SMS-based configuration
  • QR code configuration
Features
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GX CONTROL is an application designed for remote control of SATEL communication modules: GSM-X, GSM-X LTE, GRPS-A, GPRS-A LTE and ETHM-A. With this convenient and functional tool, you can: β€’ evaluation of module status β€’ verification of inputs and outputs statuses (connected devices) β€’ browsing information about events β€’ remote control of outputs (connected devices). Its configuration is simple and takes only a text message (SMS) β€” sent from the application to the module (GSM-X, GSM-X LTE, GRPS-A or GPRS-A LTE) β€” to receive configuration data. Another convenient way is to scan a QR code, generated in the GX Soft program. It takes only a few minutes to connect GX CONTROL with the module. Comfortable use of all app features is possible thanks to the SATEL connection setup service. Exchanged data are encrypted with a complex algorithm, increasing transmission security.

About

myGrenton

Control and automate your smart home devices remotely. Manage lighting, temperature, security, and more from a single, personalized interface. Even without a system installed, explore its capabilities and experience seamless home management.

Highlights
  • Remote control of lighting, temperature, and blinds
  • Home automation and scene scheduling
  • Integration with various devices and sensors
  • Personalized user interface
  • Real-time device status and notifications
  • Voice control capabilities
Features
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Manage your home from your phone or tablet, wherever you are. Control every part of it β€” lighting, temperature, blinds, gates, energy and security. Use an interface tailored to you and to every household member. You don’t even need to own the system to try the app β€” install the version with a demo interface and see how easily you can manage a whole home. ONE APP FOR THE WHOLE HOME Manage all your systems from a single place, without switching between apps: β€’ Lighting, including LED colour and brightness. β€’ Temperature, heating, HVAC and heat-recovery ventilation. β€’ Roller shutters and blinds, with precise slat-angle control. β€’ Gates, wickets and Smart Lock. β€’ Energy β€” current usage, production and electric-car charging. β€’ Alarm, security and live camera preview. β€’ Multimedia (TV and audio remote), garden, pool and jacuzzi. MORE THAN CONTROL β€’ Run scenes and set schedules. β€’ Read sensor data (including humidity, COβ‚‚ and noise level). β€’ Receive push notifications for important events β€” e.g. flooding detection or excessive carbon-monoxide concentration. β€’ Control by voice through integration with iOS Shortcuts. TAILORED TO EACH USER β€’ You get an interface tailored to your home, which you can also fine-tune yourself. β€’ Create your own Favourites page with the functions you use most. β€’ Each household member can have their own profile and interface β€” e.g. owner, child or guest. The app can work locally or communicate with your home over an encrypted cloud connection. GRENTON SMART HOME SYSTEM myGrenton is the mobile app of the Grenton Smart Home System β€” a professional building-automation system that delivers: β€’ Convenient, intuitive control of your whole home. β€’ Integrations and innovative automations. β€’ Top-quality installation carried out by certified installers. Learn more about the app: https://grenton.com/system/control/mygrenton-app/ Learn more about the system: https://www.grenton.com/ Important: We recommend that installation of the Grenton Smart Home System, as well as configuration of the system and the app, be carried out by an Authorised Grenton Dealer or a certified Installer.

Screenshots

GX CONTROL4 screens
myGrenton4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: myGrenton at every 4 months against GX CONTROL's every 10 months. GX CONTROL's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GX CONTROL ships an update every 10 months, myGrenton every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
GX CONTROL versus myGrenton: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGX CONTROLmyGrenton
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews β€” better41.7% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 4 months β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 β€” better16.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size19 MB200 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSatel sp. z o.o.Grenton sp. z o.o.

Customer experience

GX CONTROL

Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%

myGrenton

Written reviews12 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral41.7%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

None

GX CONTROL

No in-app purchases

None

myGrenton

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GX CONTROL free?
GX CONTROL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is myGrenton free?
myGrenton is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GX CONTROL or myGrenton have ads?
Neither GX CONTROL nor myGrenton shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GX CONTROL or myGrenton?
GX CONTROL ships an update every 10 months, and myGrenton every 4 months. Most recently, GX CONTROL was updated on October 24, 2026 and myGrenton on October 24, 2026.

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