Comparison

SmartScan Control vs sCS Remote

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

Head to head
About

SmartScan Control

Features
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Control Thorlux SmartScan luminaires at the touch of a button. For use with Thorlux SmartScan Dongle or Scene Plate. Connect to any Thorlux SmartScan Dongle from any iOS device using iOS 8.0 and above. Unlimited Control Groups Luminaires can be linked together wirelessly enabling group control for dimming or scene setting. Multiple control groups can be configured within the app for flexibility. Scene names can be changed for easy reference. Instant Response Lumianires respond instantly to commands. New Colour Active technology It is possible to change the colour temperature of Thorlux Colour Active luminaires using the app. Colour temperatures between 3000K and 6500K can be selected using the colour temperature wheel.

About

sCS Remote

Features
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The sceneCOM S Remote app provides simple and intuitive Bluetooth control of sceneCOM S lighting installations. Connect to compatible luminaires, adjust direct and indirect light levels, select predefined lighting scenes, and create the right lighting atmosphere for any room. Flexible colour settings and time-based Human Centric Lighting support comfortable, adaptable lighting throughout the day. Designed for both private and shared spaces, the app also includes access management features that help control who can interact with the lighting system. Key features: • Control sceneCOM S lighting installations via Bluetooth • Discover and control compatible luminaires • Adjust direct and indirect light levels • Select predefined lighting scenes • Configure flexible colour settings • Use time-based Human Centric Lighting • Simple lighting control for everyday use.

Screenshots

SmartScan Control4 screens
sCS Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: sCS Remote at every 3 months against SmartScan Control's every 17 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartScan Control ships an update every 17 months, sCS Remote every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and July 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
SmartScan Control versus sCS Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartScan ControlsCS Remote
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 17 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThorluxTridonic GmbH & Co KG

In-app purchases

None

SmartScan Control

No in-app purchases

None

sCS Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartScan Control free?
SmartScan Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is sCS Remote free?
sCS Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SmartScan Control or sCS Remote have ads?
Neither SmartScan Control nor sCS Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartScan Control or sCS Remote?
SmartScan Control ships an update every 17 months, and sCS Remote every 3 months. Most recently, SmartScan Control was updated on September 18, 2026 and sCS Remote on July 8, 2026.

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