Comparison

Computrols vs Control

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

Head to head
About

Computrols

This app simplifies building automation tasks. It allows users to configure, commission, and test hardware with an easy-to-use interface. It's designed for professionals in the building automation industry.

Highlights
  • Configure hardware
  • Commission hardware
  • Test hardware
  • Building automation industry focus
  • Simple and easy-to-use design
Features
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Computrols has and continues to revolutionize the way in which things are done in the building automation industry. The Computrols mobile application is our most recent innovation in our quest to bring simplicity to the building automation industry. As with all Computrols products, the Computrols’ app design emphasizes simplicity and ease-of-use. A powerful tool in your pocket, the app helps you configure, commission, and test Computrols hardware.

About

Control

Transform your mobile device into a versatile network command center. Control smart home devices, send custom commands, and manage your network with a single tap. Features include HTTP server, MIDI control, and collaborative grids.

Highlights
  • HTTP Server capabilities
  • Bluetooth MIDI control
  • Multi-protocol command sending
  • Customizable grid layouts
  • Action chaining
  • Real-time collaboration
Features
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Control-It turns your iPhone or iPad into a pocket-sized command center for everything on your network. Toggle your lights, open your garage, send HTTP requests, or dispatch MIDI messages—all with a single tap and zero extra hardware. Now with HTTP Server capabilities, MIDI sessions and MIDI input and a Bluetooth MIDI Bridge, Control-It is more powerful than ever. What You Can Do - NEW: HTTP Server: Turn your device into a powerful server to trigger actions remotely via simple HTTP requests. - NEW: MIDI Engine: Seamlessly connect and control Bluetooth MIDI devices without cables. - NEW: Bluetooth Bridge: Not on the same WIFI network as your other devices? Setup a Bluetooth Bridge and control devices without WIFI. - Collaborative Grids: Sync grids instantly with your team. Real-time collaboration is now faster and more reliable. - Multi-Protocol Control: Fire commands over HTTP, TCP, UDP, OSC, and MIDI. - Grid Builder: Create custom layouts for fast, organized control. - Chain Actions: Trigger entire sequences of commands with a single button press. - Smart Responses: Parse & display HTTP responses using JSONPath rules. Why You’ll Love It - Fresh New Look: A modernized, sleek user interface designed for clarity and ease of use. - 100% Free: No subscriptions, no paywalls, and no "Pro" tiers. Every feature is yours, forever. - Instant: Commands leave the phone the moment you tap. - Adaptable: Mix protocols, layouts, and workflows to fit shows, studios, and living rooms alike. - Mobile-First: Built for dark stages, full hands, and those who need reliable tools on the go. - Community-Driven: Upload your grids and actions to the "Shop" or find new ones made by others in the community. Grow with Us Control-It was born backstage, between camera cuts, lighting cues, and last-minute changes. It’s created by a Production Director and made for anyone who needs tools that simply work. Have an idea? Email the Developer with your requests. Privacy Policy: https://micah1crandell.github.io/control_it/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://micah1crandell.github.io/control_it/terms.html

Screenshots

Computrols4 screens
Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Control at every 6 weeks against Computrols's every 3 months. Computrols's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Computrols against 5.0 for Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Computrols ships an update every 3 months, Control every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Computrols versus Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterComputrolsControl
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings23 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.4 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperComputrolsMicah Crandell

Customer experience

Computrols

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Control

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Computrols

No in-app purchases

None

Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Computrols free?
Computrols is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Control free?
Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Computrols or Control?
Computrols and Control are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do Computrols or Control have ads?
Neither Computrols nor Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Computrols or Control?
Computrols ships an update every 3 months, and Control every 6 weeks. Most recently, Computrols was updated on October 13, 2026 and Control on October 6, 2026.

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