Comparison

Mycube Safe vs Control4

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

Head to head
About

Mycube Safe

Control your smart safe remotely with this app. Lock and unlock, manage inventory, grant access to family, and receive security alerts for peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Remote lock/unlock
  • Inventory cataloging
  • Family access sharing
  • Activity audit trail
  • Tamper notifications
  • Face/Touch ID login
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iCube safe, by Mycube, is the world's best smart safe. The Mycube Safe iOS app puts your iCube safe in the palm of your hand. With our end-to-end cloud security platform, your safe has never been more secure. Lock and unlock your iCube anywhere in the world, catalog your inventory, share access with your family, review your activity, and receive notifications if someone tampers with your safe. The iCube is like having a personal security guard for your safe 24/7. iCube uses encrypted IoT technology to make sure that the network between you and your safe is always secure. iCube connects over cellular allowing for seamless set up and reliable connectivity. Leave your safe open by mistake? The iCube app will remind and allow you to lock your safe from anywhere. Afraid of someone moving your safe? iCube will notify you if your safe moves. iCube safe requires a power outlet and offers a rechargeable battery backup lasting for several days. Having an iCube smart safe allows you to monitor your safe whether you're at home or away. - Encrypted internet of things cloud security - Face/Touch ID login with backup access code - Uses your cellular network; no need for WiFi or Bluetooth setup - Times out when senses inactivity - Lock/unlock your safe anywhere using your iPhone - Add a family member to give them access - See the state that your safe is in - Choose from a list of popular inventory to catalog the contents of your safe and keep track of your valuables - Review safe activity in an audit trail log - Receive notifications if your safe is left open, your safe is moved, or someone tries to open your safe - Never need to remember a passcode again

About

Control4

Manage your smart home devices, including lighting, security, and entertainment, from a single, intuitive interface. Customize your home screen and create personalized routines for seamless automation. Integrates with Apple HomeKit for Siri voice control.

Highlights
  • All-in-one home screen control
  • Customizable favorites and widgets
  • Personalized routines and scenes
  • Multiroom entertainment management
  • Live camera views
  • Apple HomeKit integration
  • Smart notifications
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

Mycube Safe4 screens
Control44 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mycube Safe at 100% against Control4's 39%. Mycube Safe also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.5) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). Control4's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (75 vs 5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mycube Safe holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Control4 has 75 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Mycube Safe's written reviews are positive against 39% of Control4's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mycube Safe ships an update every 5 months, Control4 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Mycube Safe versus Control4: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMycube SafeControl4
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better3.5 (75 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better39.5% of reviews
Number of ratings575 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB258 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperParsed, LLCSnap One, LLC

Customer experience

Mycube Safe

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Control4

All ratings75 ratings
Positive57.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative36.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive39.5%
Neutral5.3%
Negative55.3%

In-app purchases

None

Mycube Safe

No in-app purchases

None

Control4

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mycube Safe free?
Mycube Safe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Control4 free?
Control4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Mycube Safe or Control4?
Mycube Safe is rated higher. Mycube Safe averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Control4 averages 3.5 from 75 ratings.
Do Mycube Safe or Control4 have ads?
Neither Mycube Safe nor Control4 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mycube Safe or Control4?
Mycube Safe ships an update every 5 months, and Control4 fortnightly. Most recently, Mycube Safe was updated on November 3, 2026 and Control4 on November 8, 2026.

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