Comparison

VAULTEK 2.0 vs Control4

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

Head to head
About

VAULTEK 2.0

Monitor and manage your smart safe remotely with a redesigned interface. View tamper alerts, safe status, and battery life. Open your safe with a simple swipe and manage compatible accessories.

Highlights
  • Redesigned user interface
  • Tamper information display
  • Safe status monitoring
  • Battery level indicator
  • One-swipe safe opening
  • Smart Key Nano 2.0 management
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Reimagine the smart safe experience. Introducing Vaultek Bluetooth 2.0. The all new redesigned UI displays detailed tamper information, safe status, battery, and more. Conveniently monitor and manage your safe from the palm of your hand, and open your safe with one simple swipe. Vaultek Bluetooth 2.0 safes are compatible with Smart Key Nano 2.0, featuring a new management tab to view Smart Key settings and battery. Stay informed and in control. This is Defense on Lock. Only compatible with Bluetooth 2.0 Vaultek safes. Not sure if your safe is Bluetooth 2.0? Look for the Bluetooth 2.0 icon mark on the outside of the packaging or on the the safe.

About

Control4

Manage your smart home devices like lighting, music, and security from a single, intuitive interface. Customize your home screen and create automated routines for seamless control. Integrates with Apple HomeKit for Siri voice commands.

Highlights
  • All-in-one home screen control
  • Customizable favorites and widgets
  • Automated routines and scenes
  • Multiroom entertainment management
  • Live camera views and security alerts
  • Apple HomeKit and Siri integration
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

VAULTEK 2.04 screens
Control44 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Control4 at 3.6 against VAULTEK 2.0's 2.0. Control4 also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 8%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). VAULTEK 2.0's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Control4 holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 71 and 70 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of VAULTEK 2.0's written reviews are positive against 38% of Control4's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VAULTEK 2.0 ships an update every 5 months, Control4 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
VAULTEK 2.0 versus Control4: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVAULTEK 2.0Control4
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (71 ratings)3.6 (70 ratings) — better
Positive reviews8.2% of reviews38.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings71 — better70
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB253 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVaultek Safe, Inc.Snap One, LLC

Customer experience

VAULTEK 2.0

All ratings71 ratings
Positive18.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative76.1%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive8.2%
Neutral6.1%
Negative85.7%

Control4

All ratings70 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral7.1%
Negative32.9%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive38.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative55.9%

Bugs and requests

VAULTEK 2.0

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • Display constantly changes
  • App won't connect to safe
  • Bluetooth connection issues
  • App crashes
  • Settings change randomly
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  • App not working
  • Connection timeouts
  • No notifications for tampering or opening
  • Bluetooth disables itself
  • App installation stalls
  • Stuck on pattern lock screen
  • Settings reset to default
  • Unlock feature resets
  • Sound resets to on
  • Light timer resets
  • Settings wiped out

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add 24-hour time option
  • Add sleep mode for display settings
  • Combine all apps into one
  • Fix software issues
  • Improve app design
Show 3 more
  • Add option for number combo passcode
  • Secure app with phone's biometrics
  • Add alarm clock functionality

Control4

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

VAULTEK 2.0

No in-app purchases

None

Control4

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VAULTEK 2.0 free?
VAULTEK 2.0 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, VAULTEK 2.0 or Control4?
Control4 is rated higher. VAULTEK 2.0 averages 2.0 out of 5 from 71 ratings, while Control4 averages 3.6 from 70 ratings.
Do VAULTEK 2.0 or Control4 have ads?
Neither VAULTEK 2.0 nor Control4 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VAULTEK 2.0 or Control4?
VAULTEK 2.0 ships an update every 5 months, and Control4 fortnightly. Most recently, VAULTEK 2.0 was updated on October 13, 2026 and Control4 on October 16, 2026.

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