# Control4 for OS 3 vs OurSharedPlace

The clearest difference is rating: OurSharedPlace at 5.0 against Control4 for OS 3's 3.0. Control4 for OS 3's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (573 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OurSharedPlace sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Control4 for OS 3 asks for nothing beyond the download.

OurSharedPlace 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 573 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Control4 for OS 3 ships an update fortnightly, OurSharedPlace weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Control4 for OS 3 | OurSharedPlace |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (573 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/control4-for-os-3/id1320153814/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oursharedplace/id6768829444/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **573** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 21.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 207 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Snap One, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/417819127) | [Steve Murch](https://appshunter.io/developer/918755179) |

## What reviewers say

### Control4 for OS 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/control4-for-os-3/id1320153814)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 🌟 Elegant and modern UI
- 🔒 Robust security features
- 👍 Customizable and personalized
- 🎨 Improved visual design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⏱️ Slow load times and reconnections
- 🔌 Unreliable connectivity
- 🤖 Lacking integration with smart home platforms
- 💰 Expensive and costly to maintain

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### OurSharedPlace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oursharedplace/id6768829444)

Manage shared properties like vacation homes or family cabins with a shared calendar, expense tracking, photo gallery, and important document storage. Coordinate with co-owners and guests, ensuring everyone stays informed and expenses are split fairly.

**Highlights:** Shared calendar for trip planning, Expense tracking and automatic splitting, Collaborative photo gallery, Centralized document storage, Contact directory, House blog for updates, Guest access codes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $129.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Control4 for OS 3 free?

Control4 for OS 3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is OurSharedPlace free?

OurSharedPlace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Control4 for OS 3 or OurSharedPlace?

OurSharedPlace is rated higher. Control4 for OS 3 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 573 ratings, while OurSharedPlace averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Control4 for OS 3 or OurSharedPlace have ads?

Neither Control4 for OS 3 nor OurSharedPlace shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Control4 for OS 3 or OurSharedPlace?

Control4 for OS 3 ships an update fortnightly, and OurSharedPlace weekly. Most recently, Control4 for OS 3 was updated on October 15, 2026 and OurSharedPlace on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*