Comparison

METechs SWCtrl vs Fencive VanGuard

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

Head to head
About

METechs SWCtrl

Control motorized curtains, lights, and other automation devices remotely or with voice commands. Schedule actions for energy efficiency and convenience, and monitor device activity.

Highlights
  • Direct smartphone control, no hub needed
  • Voice control with Alexa and Google Assistant
  • Local and remote control
  • Timing and scheduling functions
  • Inter-device logic control
  • Operation logs
  • Wi-Fi hotspot sharing
Features
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With this app and METechs SWCtrl control switch, relay, smart plug, light..., you can control motorized curtain rods, motorized roller shade systems, tubular roller motors, electric locks, lights, appliances, and other automation devices from your device, anywhere Increase energy efficiency and personal security by automatically opening or closing curtains with timer functions or home automation. If you are enthusiastic about automation or lazy lifestyle, control them by a simple touch or voice command. It works with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant voice control; if you prefer, you still can control these devices with physical touch switches. Either way, METechs provides a truly Automation Lifestyle for everyone! [Key Features] •Directly controlled by a smartphone, no hub required •Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or voice control •Work independently with or without Wi-Fi •Can be controlled in local and remote modes •Timing control devices any time in any day, weekday, or weekend •Multiple devices control by each other with IF…THEN… logic •Look up log for who, when, and where the devices were operated •Easily shares with others via the built-in Wi-Fi hotspot Our app may not be perfect yet and still under development. Our teams are working hard and smart to continually improve the app. Email Support@METechs.com with questions and comments. Visit www.METechs.com to find it out more.

About

Fencive VanGuard

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The Vanguard Alarm System is a state-of-the-art security solution for recreational vehicles (RVs). The app seamlessly integrates with our Vanguard Tracker and the included motion detector, offering features such as real-time alerts, intrusion detection, GPS tracking, environmental monitoring, and much more.

Screenshots

METechs SWCtrl4 screens
Fencive VanGuard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: METechs SWCtrl at 8.0 against Fencive VanGuard's 14.0.0. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
METechs SWCtrl versus Fencive VanGuard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMETechs SWCtrlFencive VanGuard
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better14.0.0
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB59 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMETECHS GLOBAL INC.Fencive

In-app purchases

None

METechs SWCtrl

No in-app purchases

None

Fencive VanGuard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is METechs SWCtrl free?
METechs SWCtrl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Fencive VanGuard free?
Fencive VanGuard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do METechs SWCtrl or Fencive VanGuard have ads?
Neither METechs SWCtrl nor Fencive VanGuard shows ads.

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