Comparison

Control4 for OS 3 vs Mayacama

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

Head to head
About

Control4 for OS 3

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a personal interface for your smart home. Control all connected devices, including lights, thermostats, security, and media, with a redesigned, personalized experience. Requires a Control4 Smart Home OS 3 system.

Highlights
  • Personalized user interface
  • Control lights, thermostats, security
  • Manage music and video
  • Access favorites and room-specific settings
  • Intuitive volume control
  • Customizable room wallpapers
Features
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This Control4 app is specifically designed to be used with Control4 Smart Homes running OS 3. It turns your iPhone or iPad into your personal user interface to control all your smart home devices. ------------ NOTE: Prior to using this app, your Control4 system must be updated to Control4 Smart Home OS 3 or later. If you are unsure of the software version on your system, check with your Control4 Dealer or login to your Control4 account at control4.com. ------------ Smart Home OS 3 was thoughtfully redesigned to make it more personal and the smart home OS of choice for families. It enables you to check on the status and control your entire smart home including music, video, lights, thermostats, security system, cameras, door locks, garage doors, pools, and much more. New features in OS 3 • Favorites give you fast access to the devices and sources that you use most • Quickly personalize the interface right from the app • Each room can have its own favorites for fast access to the things you use most • Hide icons that are less important, but easily access them through the room menu • Swipe between favorite rooms to quickly navigate around the home • Filtering lets you see all lights, locks and shades, or just those that are on, unlocked or open • All-new Active Media Bar shows what’s currently playing and gives you fast control of media • Easily adjust volume through a new, intuitive volume slider control • Background wallpapers for each room can now be easily changed right from the app Visit Control4.com to learn more, find a showroom near you, or find a independent professional integrator.

About

Mayacama

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The Mayacama app provides Members with the ability to view & register for Club Events, Golf Tournaments & Championships, book Tee Times, make Dining Reservations, refer to Club Customs and Membership Information, and view their Member Account & Statement by way of mobile app.

Screenshots

Control4 for OS 34 screens
Mayacama3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Control4 for OS 3 at fortnightly against Mayacama's every 4 months. Mayacama's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Control4 for OS 3 ships an update fortnightly, Mayacama every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Control4 for OS 3 versus Mayacama: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControl4 for OS 3Mayacama
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (577 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews21.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings577 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size207 MB4 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSnap One, LLCMayacama Golf Club, LLC

Bugs and requests

Control4 for OS 3

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Intercom and doorbell issues
  • Thermostat controls not working as expected
  • Inability to connect to the system remotely
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
  • Unexpected app crashes and freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Apple Watch app support
  • Better integration with Apple ecosystem
  • Improved voice control and Alexa integration
  • More customization options for users
  • Faster and more responsive app performance

Mayacama

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Control4 for OS 3

No in-app purchases

None

Mayacama

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Control4 for OS 3 free?
Control4 for OS 3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mayacama free?
Mayacama is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Control4 for OS 3 or Mayacama have ads?
Neither Control4 for OS 3 nor Mayacama shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Control4 for OS 3 or Mayacama?
Control4 for OS 3 ships an update fortnightly, and Mayacama every 4 months. Most recently, Control4 for OS 3 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Mayacama on October 26, 2026.

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