Comparison

BaseBuild vs Commission by zencontrol

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

Head to head
About

BaseBuild

Configure and manage wireless lighting systems, including DALI2 compliant switches and sensors. Easily locate devices, set lux levels for daylight harvesting, and control motion sensor functionality. Integrate with building control systems for comprehensive smart lighting management.

Highlights
  • Configure DALI2 switches and sensors
  • Locate smart devices wirelessly
  • Set lux levels for daylight harvesting
  • Enable/disable motion sensor functionality
  • Assign lights to groups and zones
  • Integrate with building control systems
Features
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The Syncromesh BaseBuild app is required to set up and configure Syncromesh wireless lighting systems. Basebuild supports the wireless configuration of Schneider Clipsal DALIControl switches and sensors, all DALI2 compliant lux and motion sensors, tested with the most popular brands.ย  Syncromesh also enables the integration of the wireless components with Building control systems, such as the Schneider C-Bus NAC or SHAC, BACnet and KNX control systems. Use the Basebuild app to easily locate smart devices in the ceiling. The app filters out devices based on the distance of the app to connected lights. Simply stand near lights to easily find and configure them. The Basebuild app enables easy setting of lux levels on sensors for daylight harvesting. Simply stand under a light, dim it up or down to the desired lux level, and then save a measured level to the sensor all from the one screen. Enable or disable motion sensor functionality including presence, absence, and the timings of sensors. Wirelessly connect to and configure DALI2 or back lit Clipsal DALIControl switches. Wirelessly configure and set which lights are connected to what assigned groups. Setup and change lighting zones and groups containing either standard LEDs or dimmable DALI controlled lighting. Setup group names and custom tags, and have those tags automatically update connected Clipsal NAC and SHAC devices.

About

Commission by zencontrol

Features
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Streamline your lighting control installations with the zencontrol mobile application. Designed for modern workflows, this tool puts total control in your hands using the latest DALI+ and Thread technology. Commission Anywhere: work seamlessly with both offline and online modes, syncing data to the cloud when you are ready. Multi-site Cloud: Manage multiple projects and sites effortlessly through the zencontrol cloud. Upgrade your zencontrol Ektor products with a Thread and DALI+ interface today for a robust, future-proof connection.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Commission by zencontrol at every 6 weeks against BaseBuild's every 10 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BaseBuild ships an update every 10 months, Commission by zencontrol every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 21, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 7 level
BaseBuild versus Commission by zencontrol: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBaseBuildCommission by zencontrol
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 6 weeks โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeโ€”
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad โ€” better
Requires iOS17.6 โ€” better18.1
Further details โ€” not scored
Size22 MB113 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIndrasync Limitedzencontrol

In-app purchases

None

BaseBuild

No in-app purchases

None

Commission by zencontrol

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BaseBuild free?
BaseBuild is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Commission by zencontrol free?
Commission by zencontrol is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BaseBuild or Commission by zencontrol have ads?
Neither BaseBuild nor Commission by zencontrol shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BaseBuild or Commission by zencontrol?
BaseBuild ships an update every 10 months, and Commission by zencontrol every 6 weeks. Most recently, BaseBuild was updated on July 21, 2026 and Commission by zencontrol on September 9, 2026.

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