Comparison

AVcontrol vs Custom Controller App

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

Head to head
About

AVcontrol

This app offers a next-generation touch interface for controlling audiovisual and home automation systems. It provides a fully customizable experience with native support for various Apple devices and screen sizes. Requires compatible hardware from specific brands to function.

Highlights
  • Audiovisual control hardware integration
  • Customizable user interface
  • Native iOS and iPadOS elements
  • Gesture support
  • Apple Watch support (Premium)
  • Wi-Fi or cellular connectivity
Features
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***Please note that this application requires audiovisual control hardware from brands such as Crestron, Extron and AMX to work*** A new generation of touch control for your audiovisual projects and home automation systems. AVcontrol is the most advanced user interface you can get. AVcontrol is built for iPad, iPhone and Apple Watch and features native support for all screen sizes. AVcontrol highlights: -Compatible with all modern ethernet enabled control systems. -Apple Watch support (requires Premium). -Connect via Wi-Fi or cellular networks. -Fully customizable interface. -Native iOS and iPadOS interface elements. -Gesture support. -Easy landscape & portrait support. -List view support (requires Premium). Your control systems program will need to be updated to communicate with this app.

About

Custom Controller App

Features
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One app. Total control. No central processor needed. Custom Controller lets you control Audio-Visual (AV), ELV, and IoT devices—all from your device. Whether you’re managing a home theater, lighting system, or enterprise-level AV setup, Custom Controller makes it simple, fast, and flexible. *Please Note: This app is for authorized users only. An account must be created and provided by Alter Electronics to access and use the system. KEY FEATURES: Easy Setup & Deployment -Sign in, download your custom design, and you’re ready to go. Use it on one or multiple devices—your control system travels with you. All-in-One Control -Forget switching between different apps for different devices. Control projectors, AV receivers, lighting, relays, and more—all in a single interface. Offline Support -Need to run in a secure, internet-free environment? No problem. Just sign in once and stay signed in—your design stays with the app.* (*Some systems may require local design distribution hardware.) Protocol Support -Supports TCP, UDP, WebSocket, and more coming soon (HTTP/REST API). Works with a wide range of IP-based AV and control devices. Interactive & Real-Time -Buttons, toggles, sliders—you name it. Custom Controller supports real-time feedback and interactive control elements tailored to your setup. Interested or want to learn more? Visit us www.alterelectronics.com or contact us sales@alterelectronics.com

Screenshots

AVcontrol4 screens
Custom Controller App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Custom Controller App at none against AVcontrol's 1. AVcontrol's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price 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. AVcontrol sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Custom Controller App asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
AVcontrol versus Custom Controller App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAVcontrolCustom Controller App
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndreas KaspersHong Way Khow

In-app purchases

1 purchases

AVcontrol

One-time1
  • AVcontrol Premium$31.99
None

Custom Controller App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AVcontrol free?
AVcontrol is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Custom Controller App free?
Custom Controller App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AVcontrol or Custom Controller App have ads?
Neither AVcontrol nor Custom Controller App shows ads.

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