Control4 for OS 3 vs Batmandir
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.
Batmandir
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Batmandir is the iOS app for members of the Batmandir Theatre — a private cinema and villa programme in La Romana, Dominican Republic. Inside the app, members: • Reserve a Sunday screening at the Mini-Mandir cinema (opening Q4 2027) • Book a stay at one of three villas inside Casa de Campo • Order food, water, coffee, and housekeeping during their stay • Schedule airport pickups and other concierge requests • Get push notifications when an order is on its way or a reservation is confirmed • Track every order through Requested → In progress → Done Membership is by invitation or application. The app is free for members. There is no in-app purchasing — billing for stays and on-property charges flows through your concierge. Privacy is structural. Batmandir does not collect precise location, contacts, microphone, camera (beyond your chosen profile photo), or third-party advertising identifiers. Your information is stored on Google Cloud / Firebase, accessible only to you and the staff whose role requires it. Read more at https://batmandir.com.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Control4 for OS 3 at 3 against Batmandir's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.
| Parameter | Control4 for OS 3 | Batmandir |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (577 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 21.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 577 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 207 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Snap One, LLC | USATimes Publishing And Tech 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
Batmandir
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Control4 for OS 3
No in-app purchases
Batmandir
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Control4 for OS 3 free?
Is Batmandir free?
Do Control4 for OS 3 or Batmandir have ads?
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