Comparison

Control4 for OS 3 vs GetPhotoSphere

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

GetPhotoSphere

This app automates photo and video backup, storage, and management, working with a dedicated device. It allows remote access, sharing, and supports multiple users with independent accounts. Features include duplicate photo removal and file encryption for enhanced security.

Highlights
  • Automated photo and video backup
  • Remote access to stored data
  • Effortless sharing of files and albums
  • Multi-user support with independent accounts
  • Automatic duplicate photo removal
  • File and folder encryption
Features
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PhotoSphere is the next generation of photo stick with automated backup, storage, and management. Our iOS app is designed to work seamlessly with the PhotoSphere device, offering you an unparalleled experience in safeguarding your most precious memories and important files. Automated Backup – Automatically back up your photos and videos, from anywhere. Also backs up your contacts. Access from Any Location- Despite being a localized storage device, PhotoSphere offers remarkable flexibility through its remote access capabilities. Whether you are in the confines of your home or on a remote expedition, you can access your stored data as long as an internet connection is available. Share Your Photos, Albums, or Files with Others - PhotoSphere allows users to effortlessly share individual files, folders, or customized albums. Multi-user Support - PhotoSphere provides an option to invite other individuals to create their own account on your PhotoSphere device. Each invited user can back up their devices, manage their digital assets, and utilize the entire array of features independently, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of their data. Duplicate Photo Removal - Redundant photos often clutter storage spaces without the user being aware of them. The application is designed to automatically identify and remove exact duplicate photos across all device backups, optimizing storage use. File and Folder Encryption -PhotoSphere offers the option to encrypt specific files or entire folders.

Screenshots

Control4 for OS 34 screens
GetPhotoSphere4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GetPhotoSphere at 4.6 against Control4 for OS 3's 3.0. GetPhotoSphere also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.0). Control4 for OS 3's advantage is review sentiment (22% vs 0%) and ratings volume (578 vs 25). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GetPhotoSphere holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Control4 for OS 3 has 578 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 22% of Control4 for OS 3's written reviews are positive against 0% of GetPhotoSphere's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Control4 for OS 3 ships an update fortnightly, GetPhotoSphere daily. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Control4 for OS 3 versus GetPhotoSphere: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControl4 for OS 3GetPhotoSphere
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (578 ratings)4.6 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.8% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings578 — better25
Update frequencyFortnightlyDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size212 MB375 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSnap One, LLCRaWerks, Inc.

Customer experience

Control4 for OS 3

All ratings577 ratings
Positive46.3%
Neutral7.6%
Negative46.1%
Written reviews275 reviews
Positive21.8%
Neutral7.6%
Negative70.5%

GetPhotoSphere

All ratings19 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

GetPhotoSphere

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Control4 for OS 3

No in-app purchases

None

GetPhotoSphere

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 GetPhotoSphere free?
GetPhotoSphere is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Control4 for OS 3 or GetPhotoSphere?
GetPhotoSphere is rated higher. Control4 for OS 3 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 578 ratings, while GetPhotoSphere averages 4.6 from 25 ratings.
Do Control4 for OS 3 or GetPhotoSphere have ads?
Neither Control4 for OS 3 nor GetPhotoSphere shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Control4 for OS 3 or GetPhotoSphere?
Control4 for OS 3 ships an update fortnightly, and GetPhotoSphere daily. Most recently, Control4 for OS 3 was updated on November 11, 2026 and GetPhotoSphere on November 3, 2026.

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