IoT RTU vs ControlFreqUK
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
IoT RTU
This app provides remote monitoring and control for industrial M2M and IoT devices. It utilizes cellular networks like GSM, GPRS, 3G, 4G, and NB-IoT for seamless communication.
- Remote monitoring
- Industrial M2M control
- IoT device management
- Cellular network support
- GSM, GPRS, 3G, 4G, NB-IoT compatibility
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A Remote Monitoring & Control solution for Industrial M2M, IoT, RTU over GSM GPRS 3G 4G NB-IoT cellular network.
ControlFreqUK
This utility app allows remote management of Control Freq GSM systems. It enables control over gates, doors, and intercoms, including user and PIN code management for multi-occupancy entrances. Requires a stable internet connection for proper functionality.
- Remote user management
- Control gates and barriers
- PIN code management
- Intercom system management
- Wiegand unit operation
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CONTROLFREQUK is configuration utility for managing Control Freq GSM systems. Practical usage examples: > Managing users of door entry systems remotely > Remote control of gates, barriers, door locks, parking garages, etc. > PIN code management of multi-occupancy entrances > Managing intercom systems located in global locations > Managing Wiegand operated units (intercoms, keypads, prox, receivers, etc.) Notes: > Phone handset must be connected to the internet (WiFi, 3G, 4G). > Decent internet connection is required for this application to work properly. > Direct controls are not supported on iPad devices because of the required SMS functionality. Technical Support: support@controlfreq.uk // +44(0)20 3478 0786
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: IoT RTU at 33% against ControlFreqUK's 0%. IoT RTU also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 10.3.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
IoT RTU ships an update monthly, ControlFreqUK every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | IoT RTU | ControlFreqUK |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews โ better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Monthly โ better | Every 8 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 โ better | 10.3.4 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | ๆๅฑฑ ้ฉฌ | CONTROL FREQ LIMITED |
Customer experience
IoT RTU
ControlFreqUK
In-app purchases
IoT RTU
No in-app purchases
ControlFreqUK
No in-app purchases
