Control4 for OS 3 vs EspressoMyTini
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Personalized user interface
- Control lights, thermostats, security
- Manage music and video
- Access favorites and room-specific settings
- Intuitive volume control
- Customizable room wallpapers
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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.
EspressoMyTini
Discover nearby bars and restaurants serving espresso martinis, rate your drinks on a coffee bean scale, and share your experiences with friends. Track your progress, earn achievements, and explore new places with this social discovery app.
- Discover nearby espresso martini spots
- Rate drinks on a 1-5 coffee bean scale
- Add tasting notes and photos
- Social feed for friend activity
- Browse spots by city or map
- Track ratings and achievements
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EspressoMyTini is the ultimate app for espresso martini lovers. Discover great spots near you, rate every espresso martini you try, and see what your friends are drinking — all in one beautifully designed app. What you can do: • Discover nearby bars and restaurants serving espresso martinis • Rate drinks using a fun 1–5 coffee bean scale • Add tasting notes and photos • See friend activity, likes, and comments in a social feed • Browse spots by city or explore on the map • Track your ratings, streaks, and achievements • Earn points and unlock milestones as you explore new places Designed for going out EspressoMyTini uses your location to help you find nearby spots and can remind you when you’re at a new place that serves espresso martinis. Private by default Your account is yours. Control profile visibility, post anonymously if you want, and manage notifications at any time. Whether you’re chasing the perfect espresso martini or just want to see where your friends are sipping, EspressoMyTini makes every night out more fun.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: EspressoMyTini at 100% against Control4 for OS 3's 22%. EspressoMyTini also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.0). Control4 for OS 3's advantage is ratings volume (577 vs 15). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
EspressoMyTini holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Control4 for OS 3 has 577 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Control4 for OS 3's written reviews are positive against 100% of EspressoMyTini's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Control4 for OS 3 | EspressoMyTini |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (577 ratings) | 5.0 (15 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 21.8% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 577 — better | 15 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 207 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Snap One, LLC | WADE MICHAEL HUNTER |
Customer experience
Control4 for OS 3
EspressoMyTini
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
EspressoMyTini
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Control4 for OS 3
No in-app purchases
EspressoMyTini
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Control4 for OS 3 free?
Is EspressoMyTini free?
Which has better reviews, Control4 for OS 3 or EspressoMyTini?
Do Control4 for OS 3 or EspressoMyTini have ads?
Which is updated more often, Control4 for OS 3 or EspressoMyTini?
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