Comparison

Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY vs Control4

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

Head to head
About

Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY

This app allows users to control their home's lights, shades, and temperature remotely. It enables personalized settings, scheduled automations, and management of multiple Lutron systems. Note: This is a legacy app being replaced by Lutron Connect.

Highlights
  • Remote control of lights, shades, and temperature
  • Personalize keypad button settings
  • Schedule scenes for automation
  • Manage multiple Lutron systems
  • Control from anywhere in the world
Features
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In accordance with Lutron’s continued commitment to innovation, integration and security, Lutron is discontinuing the Home Control+ app and replacing it with the Lutron Connect app. The Lutron Connect app provides remote access without a yearly subscription fee and offers enhanced integrations with services like Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Sonos.  While this app will continue to receive legacy support, we want to make sure you continue to get the most out of your Lutron system. Please contact your professional installer or Lutron customer service about how to receive this upgrade. For more information, visit www.lutron.com/legacyhomeapp =============================== Control your home's lights, shades, temperature, keypads, and more with your iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. This app requires a Lutron total home control system (RadioRA® 2, HomeWorks® QS or HomeWorks® Illumination) programmed using the appropriate version of design and programming software.* Questions or issues? Contact our our 24/7 hotline (800.523.9466). Features: Control from anywhere** Control lights, shades, temperature, keypads, and more in the comfort of your home or from anywhere in the world** – the office, the airport, the beach – set your home to a comfortable temperature when returning from a trip, ensure lights aren't left on and shades aren't left open while you're away. Additionally manage multiple RadioRA 2, HomeWorks QS, and HomeWorks Illumination systems in the same app. Personalize your keypad buttons*** Add, edit, and remove button settings on your own. Make temporary adjustments for special occasions, or permanent changes to match your preferences. Right on schedule Schedule scenes to happen automatically at set times of day, or based on sunrise and sunset. Turn on your porch light at dusk, turn it off at dawn, or open your shades in the morning to wake up with the sun. World Class Support Lutron remains committed to providing you with world class quality and service. Contact us at our 24/7 hotline (800.523.9466). * Design and programming software is available only to qualified installers and is required for initial setup of this application. Contact your Lutron dealer for more information. ** All features included in this App are available using your home Wi-Fi network. Remote access of your system outside the home requires: - VPN setup by Lutron installer following app note #231 - Internet access *** Personalizing keypad buttons requires: - RadioRA 2 (8.0+) and HomeWorks QS (8.0+) systems only - Must be configured by the installer at install time

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

Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY1 screens
Control44 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Control4 at 3.5 against Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY's 2.4. Control4 also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 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, 3.5 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 49 and 74 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY's written reviews are positive against 38% of Control4's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY ships an update every 6 weeks, Control4 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY versus Control4: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLutron Home Control+ LEGACYControl4
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (49 ratings)3.5 (74 ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.2% of reviews38.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4974 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS8.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB253 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLutron Electronics co., Inc.Snap One, LLC

Customer experience

Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY

All ratings49 ratings
Positive30.6%
Neutral8.2%
Negative61.2%
Written reviews81 reviews
Positive27.2%
Neutral4.9%
Negative67.9%

Control4

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

Bugs and requests

Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY

Reported bugs

53 issues
  • App crashes after update
  • App no longer functions
  • Could not connect to the system
  • App crashes
  • Cannot control lights from anywhere
Show 48 more
  • Update made system unusable
  • Subscription expired, can't renew
  • App crashes
  • Can't find competent installers
  • Will not let me register
  • Losing support
  • Watch app removed
  • System consistency issues
  • Light status not working
  • App crashes when going back to prior screen
  • App is confusing and limited in settings
  • Lost all HVAC features
  • No rooms and no thermostats after upgrade
  • Thermostats are gone
  • Cannot see HVAC controls/status after upgrade
  • Lost thermostats
  • Broken since iOS update
  • App won't open
  • App dies whenever trying to start
  • App will not connect
  • App doesn't work after update
  • App seems to no longer connect to Lutron repeaters
  • Apple Watch app loads but cannot add Scenes
  • App keeps crashing as soon as you open app
  • Latest version won't run on iPhone 6
  • App doesn't connect to Lutron repeaters
  • HVAC is gone in new release
  • Non-intuitive, needs more flexibility and customization
  • Takes too many clicks to get to light
  • Can't make a custom list of favorite lights or scenes
  • No ability to customize which lights correspond to buttons
  • Scene editing only allows changing light level, not adding/removing loads
  • HVAC control seems to respond wonky
  • Temperature icons show up in areas without HVAC
  • All controlled devices use a lightbulb icon
  • Tedious to use, worse than old web server
  • Only one favorite plate/switch allowed
  • Terrible new look of the app
  • Edit functions have been deleted
  • None of the upgrade changes work
  • Other functions have been lost
  • Cannot edit schedules
  • Removes features for tweaking lighting levels
  • Unable to adjust lighting levels or enable 'away' mode
  • App doesn't work with systems not on standard ports
  • App is fraught with bugs
  • Works intermittently with WAN IP address
  • App doesn't work with iOS 8.3

Requested features

26 requests
  • Larger text size or adjustable text size
  • Restore Apple Watch app functionality
  • Restore HVAC features
  • Add HomeKit support
  • Reorganize and rewrite app for easier use
Show 21 more
  • Add dark mode option
  • Allow self-management of Radio RA 2
  • Make app free or use in-app purchase for editing
  • Add ability to favorite multiple buttons
  • Allow adding/removing lighting loads from scenes
  • Improve HVAC control response and feedback
  • Only show HVAC icon in rooms with thermostats
  • Differentiate icons for fans and relays
  • Add 'whole home' screen layout to iPhone version
  • Allow adding new and deleting events from iPad/iPhone
  • Implement a protocol for shared logins
  • Allow homeowners to manage network without dealer
  • Improve networking functionality, support IPSEC VPN
  • Remove unused HVAC and use for other things
  • Allow customization of app appearance
  • Restore edit functions
  • Allow end-users to tweak lighting levels
  • Enable 'away' mode for custom timers
  • Remove annual charge for remote access
  • Provide full feature interface for self-management
  • Update app to work on current iPhones

Control4

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY

No in-app purchases

None

Control4

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY free?
Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY 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, Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY or Control4?
Control4 is rated higher. Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY averages 2.4 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while Control4 averages 3.5 from 74 ratings.
Do Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY or Control4 have ads?
Neither Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY nor Control4 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY or Control4?
Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY ships an update every 6 weeks, and Control4 fortnightly. Most recently, Lutron Home Control+ LEGACY was updated on October 24, 2026 and Control4 on October 27, 2026.

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