Comparison

Connector+ vs Control4

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

Head to head
About

Connector+

Control motorized window coverings like blinds and draperies from your smartphone. Manage up to 30 devices across 20 rooms, set scenes, and schedule timers. Voice control is available through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant integration.

Highlights
  • Control up to 30 motorized window coverings
  • Manage up to 20 rooms
  • Create and control up to 20 scenes
  • Set up to 20 timers
  • Voice control via Alexa and Google Assistant
  • RS485 interface for home automation integration
Features
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'Connector' app allow you to control your motorized window coverings more freely on smartphone. Please configure your 'Connector' APP account, Bridge and motorized window coverings on 'Connector' APP before use. With 'Connector' App, you can: - Control up to 30 motorized window coverings - Control up to 20 rooms - Control up to 20 scenes - Control up to 20 timers After linking up your 'Connector' APP account with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, you can directly open, close or percentage control by voice commands on all the motorized window coverings such as roller blinds, draperies, venetians..etc. You can activate independent shades or the scenes created in the 'Connector' App which has been synchronized with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant flexibly and conveniently to reach sunlight control and room management. 'Connector Bridge' is a WiFi to RF bi-directional controller with integrated RS485 interface. It builds a connection via user's WiFi router at home and enable user to control motorized window covering and sunshading products with designated smartphone applications and interaction with ecosystem such as Alexa Echo, Google Assistant via cloud API. The RS485 interface offers additional integration option into a third party home automation systems.

About

Control4

Manage your smart home devices like lighting, music, and security from a single, intuitive interface. Customize your home screen and create automated routines for seamless control. Integrates with Apple HomeKit for Siri voice commands.

Highlights
  • All-in-one home screen control
  • Customizable favorites and widgets
  • Automated routines and scenes
  • Multiroom entertainment management
  • Live camera views and security alerts
  • Apple HomeKit and Siri integration
Features
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Easily manage your smart home with a sleek, intuitive interface. Control lighting, shades, music, security, and more—all from one place. Customize your home screen and create personalized routines for quick, seamless access. Now with enhanced features, including Siri voice control through Apple HomeKit. Contact a Control4 integrator to experience Control4 X4 today. NOTE: Prior to using this app, your Control4 system must be updated to Control4 X4 or later. If you are unsure of the software version of our system, check with your Control4 Integrator or log into your Control4 account at control4.com. A Smarter, More Personalized Experience • All-in-One Home Screen – Your central hub for controlling your favorite devices. Manage lighting, motorized shades, music, video, thermostats, security, cameras, door locks, garage doors, and more. See real-time status updates, access favorite devices, and control everything with ease. • Customizable Favorites – Pin the devices and controls you use most for instant access. • Quick Actions & Widgets – Resize, reorder, and organize widgets for seamless control over lighting, security cameras, and more. Personalized to You • Routines & Scenes – Save time by automating your day with pre-set routines for the morning, evening, or any moment in between. • Timers & Schedules – Set outdoor lights to turn on at sunset, TVs to turn off at bedtime, or security to arm at a set time. • Multiroom Entertainment – Control music and video in every room from one app. Play your favorite streaming services or set TVs to turn on when you walk in. Easy Control, Inside and Out • Live Camera Views – Monitor security cameras in real time and receive instant alerts. • Apple HomeKit Integration – Control your space with Siri, Apple Widgets, and CarPlay.* apple store only • Smart Notifications – Stay informed with alerts for doorbell rings, motion sensors, or security events. With the Control4 App, your space works the way you want it to — simplifying your life with effortless control. Download today and experience personalized automation like never before! *HomeKit, Siri, CarPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

Screenshots

Connector+4 screens
Control44 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Control4 at 3.6 against Connector+'s 2.4. Control4 also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Connector+'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.1 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

Control4 holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 45 and 70 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Connector+'s written reviews are positive against 39% of Control4's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Connector+ ships an update every 2 months, Control4 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Connector+ versus Control4: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConnector+Control4
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (45 ratings)3.6 (70 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.6% of reviews39.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4570 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB252 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNingbo Dooya Mechanic & Electronic Technology Co., LtdSnap One, LLC

Customer experience

Connector+

All ratings45 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral2.2%
Negative64.4%
Written reviews143 reviews
Positive33.6%
Neutral13.3%
Negative53.1%

Control4

All ratings70 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral7.1%
Negative32.9%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive39.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative54.5%

In-app purchases

None

Connector+

No in-app purchases

None

Control4

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Connector+ free?
Connector+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Control4 free?
Control4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Connector+ or Control4?
Control4 is rated higher. Connector+ averages 2.4 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while Control4 averages 3.6 from 70 ratings.
Do Connector+ or Control4 have ads?
Neither Connector+ nor Control4 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Connector+ or Control4?
Connector+ ships an update every 2 months, and Control4 fortnightly. Most recently, Connector+ was updated on September 19, 2026 and Control4 on September 25, 2026.

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