iN·Command vs Garmin RV Controls
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iN·Command
Control and monitor your RV remotely with this app. Manage water systems, lighting, generators, and climate control from your smartphone or tablet. Local control is also available for slides, awnings, and stabilizer jacks.
- Remote RV monitoring and control
- Climate/HVAC control
- Generator control and monitoring
- Water heater and pump control
- Tank level monitoring
- Lighting control
- Slide room and awning control
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The iN-Command App with Global Connect functionality is specifically for use with our 3rd generation RV Control and Monitoring product which is identified by the Global Connect logo on the Display Commander (LCD touch controller). We have updated the App graphics, added control functionality (including Climate control for compatible HVAC systems) as well as the ability to monitor and control your RV remotely through the Cloud (internet connection required). By connecting your smart-phone or tablet to the system’s LCD touch controller and registering your cloud account, iN-Command now puts you “In Command” of your RV from any location. Local (Bluetooth) and Remote (Cloud) Functions • Water Heater Control: On/Off (gas & electric) • Water pump Control: On/Off • Tank Monitoring: Fresh, Black, and Gray • Lighting Control: Interior, exterior, security, awning and custom 1, 2, 3 • Generator Control/Monitoring: Prime/Start/Stop control, Voltage, Fuel, Hours, Scheduling and Diagnostics (low oil, over crank, service) • Climate/HVAC Control: Thermostat functions including Cool, Heat, Auto, Off, Vent Fan, Temp Set and Scheduling for select Dometic and Coleman products Local Control Functions (over Bluetooth only, not accessible remotely by cloud) • Slide Room Control (Up to 5 Slides) • Awning control (Up to 2 Awnings) • Stabilizer Jacks (Front & Rear)
Garmin RV Controls
Connect your mobile device to your RV's onboard system to control and monitor various functions. Mimics your RV's display for an intuitive user experience. Designed for Empirbus, a Garmin brand, controlling and monitoring systems.
- Control lighting and blinds
- Manage slide-outs and awnings
- Adjust climate control
- Monitor power management
- Check tank levels
- View temperatures and pressures
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The free Garmin RV Controls app creates a powerful connection between your RV’s on-board system and compatible mobile device. Simply connect your mobile to your RV network to control and monitor your on-board systems. You can experience the power and convenience of advanced home and luxury car automation in your RV by controlling and monitoring all onboard electronic systems. The Garmin RV Controls app will mimic the display screens you have in your RV – for a user-friendly experience. Please note that this app is intended for Empirbus, a Garmin brand, controlling and monitoring system. Depending on your RV setup, you can Control: • Lighting and Blinds • Slide-Outs and Awnings • Climate Control • Entertainment • Security Systems • Leveling Systems Monitor: • Power Management • Tanks • Temperatures and Pressures • Temperatures
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Garmin RV Controls at 2.2 against iN·Command's 1.9. Garmin RV Controls also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). iN·Command's advantage is ratings volume (210 vs 5) and review sentiment (10% vs 0%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
Garmin RV Controls holds the better App Store score, 2.2 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iN·Command has 210 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 10% of iN·Command's written reviews are positive against 0% of Garmin RV Controls's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
iN·Command ships an update every 7 months, Garmin RV Controls every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iN·Command | Garmin RV Controls |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (210 ratings) | 2.2 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 9.6% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 210 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASA Electronics, LLC | Garmin |
Customer experience
iN·Command
Garmin RV Controls
Bugs and requests
iN·Command
Reported bugs
4 issues- App freezes during floor plan synchronization
- Inconsistent device state reporting
- Bluetooth disconnections and reconnection issues
- Compatibility problems with newer phones
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to connect multiple devices
- Improved temperature slider controls
- Scheduled HVAC and water heater settings
- Customizable dashboard and alerts
Garmin RV Controls
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iN·Command
No in-app purchases
Garmin RV Controls
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is iN·Command free?
Is Garmin RV Controls free?
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