NETVIO GO vs uControl
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NETVIO GO
Control HDMI matrices and AVOIP systems with a drag-and-drop interface. Manage displays, sources, and amplifiers through various protocols like IR, RS232, CEC, or IP.
- Drag and drop interface
- Control HDMI matrices
- Control AVOIP systems
- Manage displays and sources
- Control amplifiers via IR, RS232, CEC, IP
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NETVIO GO is the end user control app for projects created with the NETVIO 360 software suite. Control NETVIO HDMI matrices and AVOIP systems with a drag and drop interface, and control displays, sources and amplifiers via IR, RS232, CEC or IP. More information at https://www.netvio.io
uControl
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Modern and simple, an uncomplicated and user-friendly universal control system with a selection of intuitively designed interfaces to put users confidently in control, free from the overwhelm of technology. uControl is the companion app for HDA devices that feature the uOS operating system, such as certain models of MHUB and Zone/Connect Processors (look out for the "uControl INSIDE" badge). uControl is compatible with virtually any AV device, offering versatile control options— including WiFi (IP), infrared (IR), and HDMI-CEC. It elevates your smart home experience by automating everyday tasks with "smart automations." These one-touch activities simplify routines, streamline device interactions, and eliminate repetitive or complex control functions.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: uControl at 13 against NETVIO GO's 15.1. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
NETVIO GO ships an update every 4 weeks, uControl fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on July 26, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NETVIO GO | uControl |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 144 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Demopad Software Ltd | HDConnectivity |
In-app purchases
NETVIO GO
No in-app purchases
uControl
No in-app purchases
