Comparison

iN·Command vs Metar Echo

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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)

About

Metar Echo

Features
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real-time aviation weather that doesn't require a PhD in atmospheric science to understand. instant METAR/TAF decoding, hazard detection, and AI-powered analysis—because decoding cryptic weather abbreviations? we're over it. METAR CONFUSION? IT'S A HEADACHE raw METAR and TAF data is literally hieroglyphics. weather briefings take forever. hazards are buried in walls of text and abbreviations that nobody's reading. metar echo instantly decodes aviation weather and highlights what actually matters—turning 5 minutes of squinting at another abbreviation into instant clarity. check it out: METAR DECODING: instant translation of raw METAR into actual human language—wind, visibility, clouds, temp, altimeter. no more googling "what does VCSH mean" for the 47th time (we've all been there). TAF FORECASTS: terminal forecasts that don't look like your keyboard had a stroke. clean formatting, broken down by time. weather that makes sense? revolutionary. HAZARD DETECTION: auto-identifies icing, turbulence, IFR conditions, convection, mountain obscuration—all the stuff that matters, right there. no hunting through paragraphs like it's a scavenger hunt. EXPERT WEATHER ANALYSIS (plus): plain english weather insights from AI that actually gets aviation. not just "it's cloudy"—real context about what conditions mean for your flight. game-changing. NEARBY PIREPs: real pilot reports from actual pilots who just flew through your area. because firsthand intel >>> everything else. DENSITY ALTITUDE (plus): auto-calculated for your performance planning. especially for hot and high-altitude ops. DESIGNED FOR PILOTS (BY PEOPLE WHO GET IT) home screen widgets - weather always visible, no app opening required flight category badges (VFR/MVFR/IFR/LIFR) - color-coded so you know the vibe instantly smart auto-refresh - updates as conditions change, not on some random schedule nearby airports within 50nm (plus) - see what's happening around you unlimited favorites (plus) - track all your airports, not just one temp & pressure units you actually prefer dark mode - because night flying (and aesthetics) zero ads - just weather, that's all upgrade to unlock: unlimited favorite airports nearby airports (within 50nm) weather analysis and briefings ACTUALLY LEGIT DATA weather from NOAA's aviation weather center—the same source pro pilots use. no sketchy third-party data, no weird delays. just official weather, decoded properly. we're not playing around. MADE FOR PILOTS (ALL OF THEM) student pilot grinding through training? private pilot planning weekend flights? CFI checking conditions for lessons? aviation enthusiast who just loves weather? this app is for you. whether you're planning a cross-country or just checking if you can fly today, metar echo gives you the weather intel you need without the headache. real talk: you're PIC. per 14 CFR § 91.3, you're responsible for your aircraft and all decisions. metar echo provides info and analysis—you make the calls. always verify with official sources before flight. we're here to help, not replace your judgment. download metar echo and finally understand aviation weather without needing a decoder ring. it's giving clarity, and we're here for it. privacy: https://www.metarecho.com/privacy-policy terms: https://metarecho.com/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

iN·Command4 screens
Metar Echo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iN·Command at none against Metar Echo's 2. iN·Command also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). Metar Echo's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Metar Echo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. iN·Command asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iN·Command ships an update every 7 months, Metar Echo every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iN·Command versus Metar Echo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriN·CommandMetar Echo
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (210 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews9.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings210 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperASA Electronics, LLCZachary Graves

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

Metar Echo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iN·Command

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Metar Echo

Subscriptions2
  • Metar Echo Plus$4.991 Month
  • Metar Echo Plus$49.991 Year

Questions

Is iN·Command free?
iN·Command is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Metar Echo free?
Metar Echo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iN·Command or Metar Echo have ads?
Neither iN·Command nor Metar Echo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iN·Command or Metar Echo?
iN·Command ships an update every 7 months, and Metar Echo every 2 months. Most recently, iN·Command was updated on September 26, 2026 and Metar Echo on September 19, 2026.

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