Comparison

Z vs Control4

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

Head to head
About

Z

Features
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Z-Net is a free iPad app that enables touch control and live previews for Zenty’s: ZT-IP200, ZT-IP300, and ZT-IP800 series of products. Efficiently control your video distribution, by just dragging and dropping your source to any display or video wall. Control video walls as a whole or as individual screens, with pre-configured scenes and layouts. Built in CEC power control lets you turn ON or OFF all of your displays, with the press of a button.

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

Control44 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Control4 at fortnightly against Z's every 8 months. Control4 also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Z's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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

Z ships an update every 8 months, Control4 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Z versus Control4: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZControl4
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.6 (70 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—39.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—70 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB252 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJ-Tech Digital, IncSnap One, LLC

In-app purchases

None

Z

No in-app purchases

None

Control4

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Z free?
Z is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Control4 free?
Control4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Z or Control4 have ads?
Neither Z nor Control4 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Z or Control4?
Z ships an update every 8 months, and Control4 fortnightly. Most recently, Z was updated on September 15, 2026 and Control4 on September 24, 2026.

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