Comparison

HYGEAR vs Control4

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

Head to head
About

HYGEAR

This app provides interactive coaching and real-time performance tracking when connected to compatible fitness equipment. It offers personalized workout programs, on-demand training, and progress monitoring to help users achieve their fitness goals.

Highlights
  • Interactive coaching with real-time feedback
  • Performance tracking via Bluetooth sync
  • On-demand personal training videos
  • Personalized and adaptive workout programs
  • Progress monitoring and achievement unlocking
  • Community-based friendly competition
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YOUR FITNESS, CUSTOMIZED. The HYGEAR App connects right to your HYGEAR equipment for interactive coaching and performance tracking in real time. Whether you want to lose weight, get stronger, boost agility or just get healthier the HYGEAR home studio experience can get you there. Real time feedback, faster results Syncs with HYGEAR equipment via Bluetooth for fast and easy connected workouts. Built-in sensors track your workout performance ron the HYGEAR app On-demand personal training with onscreen feedback and audio coaching Unlimited video workouts to hit any goal: Tabata, Core, Strength, Cardio, HIIT, and more. Personalized workout programs that adapt to your performance. See your progress, earn points, unlock achievements. Stay motivated with friendly competition with the HYGEAR community Download the new app and experience this game changing fitness system for yourself. Apple’s Standard License Agreement can be found here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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

HYGEAR4 screens
Control44 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Control4 at none against HYGEAR's 10. Control4 also leads on rating (3.5 vs 3.0) and review sentiment (38% vs 13%). HYGEAR's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. HYGEAR sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Control4 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Control4 holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Control4 has 72 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of HYGEAR's written reviews are positive against 38% of Control4's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HYGEAR ships an update every 2 weeks, Control4 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
HYGEAR versus Control4: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHYGEARControl4
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (11 ratings)3.5 (72 ratings) — better
Positive reviews12.9% of reviews38.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1172 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB253 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHYGEAR Inc.Snap One, LLC

Customer experience

HYGEAR

All ratings11 ratings
Positive36.4%
Neutral18.2%
Negative45.5%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive12.9%
Neutral16.1%
Negative71.0%

Control4

All ratings72 ratings
Positive58.3%
Neutral6.9%
Negative34.7%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive38.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative55.9%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

HYGEAR

Subscriptions8
  • HYROPE Membership1 Month trial2 variants$4.991 Month
  • HYROPE Membership1 Year trial$4.991 Month
  • HYROPE Membership2 variants$4.991 Month
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  • Gear 1 Membership$9.991 Month
  • Gear 1 Membership1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Gear 1 Membership1 Year trial$9.991 Month
  • HYGEAR Membership$9.991 Month
  • HYGEAR Membership1 Month trial$9.991 Month
None

Control4

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HYGEAR free?
HYGEAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Control4 free?
Control4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HYGEAR or Control4?
Control4 is rated higher. HYGEAR averages 3.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Control4 averages 3.5 from 72 ratings.
Do HYGEAR or Control4 have ads?
Neither HYGEAR nor Control4 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HYGEAR or Control4?
HYGEAR ships an update every 2 weeks, and Control4 fortnightly. Most recently, HYGEAR was updated on October 17, 2026 and Control4 on October 21, 2026.

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