Comparison

Control vs SavefromNet

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

Head to head
About

Control

Transform your mobile device into a versatile network command center. Control smart home devices, send custom commands, and manage your network with a single tap. Features include HTTP server, MIDI control, and collaborative grids.

Highlights
  • HTTP Server capabilities
  • Bluetooth MIDI control
  • Multi-protocol command sending
  • Customizable grid layouts
  • Action chaining
  • Real-time collaboration
Features
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Control-It turns your iPhone or iPad into a pocket-sized command center for everything on your network. Toggle your lights, open your garage, send HTTP requests, or dispatch MIDI messages—all with a single tap and zero extra hardware. Now with HTTP Server capabilities, MIDI sessions and MIDI input and a Bluetooth MIDI Bridge, Control-It is more powerful than ever. What You Can Do - NEW: HTTP Server: Turn your device into a powerful server to trigger actions remotely via simple HTTP requests. - NEW: MIDI Engine: Seamlessly connect and control Bluetooth MIDI devices without cables. - NEW: Bluetooth Bridge: Not on the same WIFI network as your other devices? Setup a Bluetooth Bridge and control devices without WIFI. - Collaborative Grids: Sync grids instantly with your team. Real-time collaboration is now faster and more reliable. - Multi-Protocol Control: Fire commands over HTTP, TCP, UDP, OSC, and MIDI. - Grid Builder: Create custom layouts for fast, organized control. - Chain Actions: Trigger entire sequences of commands with a single button press. - Smart Responses: Parse & display HTTP responses using JSONPath rules. Why You’ll Love It - Fresh New Look: A modernized, sleek user interface designed for clarity and ease of use. - 100% Free: No subscriptions, no paywalls, and no "Pro" tiers. Every feature is yours, forever. - Instant: Commands leave the phone the moment you tap. - Adaptable: Mix protocols, layouts, and workflows to fit shows, studios, and living rooms alike. - Mobile-First: Built for dark stages, full hands, and those who need reliable tools on the go. - Community-Driven: Upload your grids and actions to the "Shop" or find new ones made by others in the community. Grow with Us Control-It was born backstage, between camera cuts, lighting cues, and last-minute changes. It’s created by a Production Director and made for anyone who needs tools that simply work. Have an idea? Email the Developer with your requests. Privacy Policy: https://micah1crandell.github.io/control_it/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://micah1crandell.github.io/control_it/terms.html

About

SavefromNet

A private web browser that offers lightning-fast browsing, AI-powered summaries, and instant translation. It prioritizes user privacy by blocking trackers and not storing browsing history. Enjoy a clean, intuitive interface with a comfortable dark mode option.

Highlights
  • Lightning Fast Browsing
  • Privacy First (tracker blocking)
  • AI-Powered Webpage Summaries
  • Instant Webpage Translation
  • Optimized Dark Mode
  • No Account Required
  • Battery Efficient
Features
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Experience the Web, evolved. Savefromnet Saver is designed for those who value speed, privacy, and intelligence. Forget about cluttered interfaces and slow load times. Key Features: - Lightning Fast Browsing optimized proprietary engine ensures pages load instantly, saving you time and data. - Privacy First We believe your data belongs to you. FastNet Browser blocks trackers by default and never stores your history or search queries on our servers. All your data stays locally on your device. - AI-Powered Insights Stuck on a long article? Tap the "AI Info" button to get an instant, concise summary of any webpage. Understand complex topics in seconds. - Instant Translation Break down language barriers with our integrated auto-translate feature. browse the global web in your native language effortlessly. - Dark Mode Optimized A beautifully designed interface that respects your system settings, providing a comfortable reading experience day or night. Why Savefromnet Browser? No Account Required: Download and browse immediately. Battery Efficient: Optimized to consume less power than standard browsers. Intuitive Design: One-handed navigation and easy-to-use bookmarks. Download FastNet Browser today and upgrade your internet experience.

Screenshots

Control4 screens
SavefromNet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Control at 5.0 against SavefromNet's 4.3. Control also leads on ads (none vs shown). SavefromNet's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (36 vs 3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Control holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SavefromNet has 36 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Control ships an update every 6 weeks, SavefromNet every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Control versus SavefromNet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControlSavefromNet
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.3 (36 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings336 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS1716.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB91 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMicah CrandellKarim AIT EL KADI

Customer experience

Control

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SavefromNet

All ratings36 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Control

No in-app purchases

None

SavefromNet

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Control free?
Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SavefromNet free?
SavefromNet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Control or SavefromNet?
Control is rated higher. Control averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while SavefromNet averages 4.3 from 36 ratings.
Do Control or SavefromNet have ads?
SavefromNet shows ads; Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Control or SavefromNet?
Control ships an update every 6 weeks, and SavefromNet every 10 days. Most recently, Control was updated on October 6, 2026 and SavefromNet on October 5, 2026.

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