Comparison

ControlFreqUK vs Paxton Entry

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

Head to head
About

ControlFreqUK

This utility app allows remote management of Control Freq GSM systems. It enables control over gates, doors, and intercoms, including user and PIN code management for multi-occupancy entrances. Requires a stable internet connection for proper functionality.

Highlights
  • Remote user management
  • Control gates and barriers
  • PIN code management
  • Intercom system management
  • Wiegand unit operation
Features
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CONTROLFREQUK is configuration utility for managing Control Freq GSM systems. Practical usage examples: > Managing users of door entry systems remotely > Remote control of gates, barriers, door locks, parking garages, etc. > PIN code management of multi-occupancy entrances > Managing intercom systems located in global locations > Managing Wiegand operated units (intercoms, keypads, prox, receivers, etc.) Notes: > Phone handset must be connected to the internet (WiFi, 3G, 4G). > Decent internet connection is required for this application to work properly. > Direct controls are not supported on iPad devices because of the required SMS functionality. Technical Support: support@controlfreq.uk // +44(0)20 3478 0786

About

Paxton Entry

This application allows you to answer your door and grant entry remotely from your smartphone or tablet. See and speak with visitors face-to-face before deciding to unlock the door, all from anywhere with an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Answer calls from anywhere
  • See visitors before opening
  • Two-way video and audio communication
  • Remote door unlocking
  • Pair device with site administrator
  • Receive calls on multiple devices simultaneously
Features
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Paxton is a market leader in Access Control and building security solutions. The Paxton Entry app allows you to answer your door from your mobile phone or tablet from anywhere in the world! Greet your visitor from your mobile device and open the door via the app or ask them to pop back later. To use the app, you will be invited to pair your device by your site administrator. Once setup you'll be able to both receive calls from your visitors and grant them entry. Calls made from your Entry panel(s) will connect to your mobile device, as well as to any Entry monitors installed within your building. The system allows for up to 6 mobile devices to be called at the same time, allowing multiple users to receive the same call. Here are some the benefits of Paxton Entry: Answer calls from anywhere in the world (Internet connection required) See who's calling before you answer Have a face to face conversation with both video and audio Remote door unlocking from where you are Simple to use

Screenshots

ControlFreqUK1 screens
Paxton Entry4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Paxton Entry at every 2 months against ControlFreqUK's every 8 months. ControlFreqUK's advantage is iOS requirement (10.3.4 vs 18.6). On price, review sentiment, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ControlFreqUK ships an update every 8 months, Paxton Entry every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ControlFreqUK versus Paxton Entry: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControlFreqUKPaxton Entry
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS10.3.4 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB32 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperCONTROL FREQ LIMITEDPaxton Access Ltd

Customer experience

ControlFreqUK

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Paxton Entry

All ratings8 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative62.5%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

ControlFreqUK

No in-app purchases

None

Paxton Entry

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ControlFreqUK free?
ControlFreqUK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Paxton Entry free?
Paxton Entry is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ControlFreqUK or Paxton Entry have ads?
Neither ControlFreqUK nor Paxton Entry shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ControlFreqUK or Paxton Entry?
ControlFreqUK ships an update every 8 months, and Paxton Entry every 2 months. Most recently, ControlFreqUK was updated on June 1, 2026 and Paxton Entry on September 8, 2026.

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