Comparison

Control NOVA II vs U

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

Head to head
About

Control NOVA II

This app provides comprehensive remote access to your security system. Arm or disarm your system, monitor zone status, control automated devices like heating and lighting, and receive instant PUSH notifications for events. It also allows viewing live camera streams and managing system users.

Highlights
  • Remote arming/disarming
  • Zone status monitoring
  • Control of automatics (heating, lighting)
  • Event log viewing
  • User management
  • PUSH notifications
  • Security camera stream viewing
Features
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Wherever you are, all you need to do is connect your smartphone to the Internet. Control NOVA II gives complete remote access to your security system: - Arming/disarming of the security system. - View the status of zones. - Control of automatics - heating, lighting, water supply and more. - View the event log with detailed event information. - View ahd configure system users by the Administrator. - Instant reception of information from the security system in the form of PUSH messages (alarms, faults, arming/disarming, etc.). - View streams from security cameras (RTSP connection). - View information about the status of remote monitoring of the object. Each session of communication with your security system is protected by an access code or a fingerprint (3D face) scan. The exchange of information takes place in an encrypted form. The application supports simultaneous operation with different objects. This may be your apartment, house, office, garage, etc.

About

U

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U-PROX United puts your home security in your pocket. It’s a control center that keeps you instantly informed about any intrusion into your home. Arm the system if you forgot to do so before leaving. Set up home automation and control it remotely. The U-PROX security system is designed for easy at-home installation — without the need for technical specialists. The U-PROX United app allows you to install and configure U-PROX solutions quickly and correctly, providing all the necessary guidance on optimal sensor placement and fine-tuning. Among the features available to users: • full system control — arming and disarming, automation control, and more • event log viewing to understand the full timeline of an incident • complete visibility into the status of any system component — power, connectivity, battery level, and more • adding and configuring sensors as well as automation devices • organizing security groups or areas • full access control management — users, key fobs, and access rights • selecting and connecting to a security company’s services U-PROX United supports a wide range of security sensors and equipment: • perimeter breach and tilt sensors (WDC Plus, WDC Long, WDC Mini, WDC Uni, WDC Outdoor) • motion sensors with photo capture capability (PIR VB, PIR Cam, PIR Outdoor, PIR Cam Outdoor) • glass break and shock sensors (PIR Combi, WDC Uni) • smoke and flood sensors (SMOKE, WATER) • sirens, keypads, and key fobs (SIREN, SIREN Outdoor, KEYPAD G1, KEYPAD G4, BUTTON, KEYFOB 3B, KEYFOB 4B) • automation and integration equipment (VALVE, RELAY AC, RELAY DC, MULTIPLEXER, WIREPORT) • hubs and expanders (MP, MPX G, MPX L, MPX LE, EXTENDER) The U-PROX United combines the capabilities of U-PROX Home and U-PROX Installer apps, allowing technical specialists to use it as a comprehensive tool for installing, configuring, and maintaining U-PROX security solutions. Among the features available to security company technicians: • engineer’s dashboard — monitoring and locating devices with operational issues • configuration and connection to security company servers (e.g., U-PROX Console) • special and advanced settings for sensors and other equipment Contact us if you have any questions: support@u-prox.systems Visit our website: https://u-prox.systems/en Follow us on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/company/u-prox

Screenshots

Control NOVA II4 screens
U4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: U at every 3 weeks against Control NOVA II's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Control NOVA II ships an update every 2 months, U every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Control NOVA II versus U: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControl NOVA IIU
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB113 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTIRAS-12, TOVa2softin

In-app purchases

None

Control NOVA II

No in-app purchases

None

U

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Control NOVA II free?
Control NOVA II is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is U free?
U is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Control NOVA II or U have ads?
Neither Control NOVA II nor U shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Control NOVA II or U?
Control NOVA II ships an update every 2 months, and U every 3 weeks. Most recently, Control NOVA II was updated on October 24, 2026 and U on October 25, 2026.

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