Comparison

ScreenLogic Connect vs Control4

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

Head to head
About

ScreenLogic Connect

Control your pool and spa from your Apple devices or via Alexa. Manage your pool and spa system locally or remotely over the internet. Features a live demo to explore its capabilities.

Highlights
  • Pool and spa control
  • Remote internet access
  • Local Wi-Fi network control
  • Alexa voice control
  • Live demo available
Features
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Pentair's ScreenLogic Connect is a convenient interface for your pool and spa, designed specifically for the iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Apple Watch. You can now also use our Alexa Skill to control your EasyTouch or IntelliTouch system. Control your pool and spa from a local Wi-Fi network, or control remotely over the Internet. Download this free app and check out the new interface on our live demo! Pentair customers with IntelliTouch, EasyTouch, and EasyTouch PL4/PSL4 pool/spa control systems that want to use their iPhone/iPad/iPod touch or Echo devices must purchase the ScreenLogic interface kit (PN 522104) available from your local pool equipment retailer. Please make sure to download and apply the latest protocol adapter firmware (version 736). Please visit www.pentairpool.com and navigate to Support \ Tools \ Software to download the update utility.

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

ScreenLogic Connect4 screens
Control44 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Control4 at 3.5 against ScreenLogic Connect's 2.1. Control4 also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 21%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). ScreenLogic Connect's advantage is ratings volume (360 vs 74) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 360 and 74 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of ScreenLogic Connect's written reviews are positive against 38% of Control4's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScreenLogic Connect ships an update every 6 weeks, Control4 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ScreenLogic Connect versus Control4: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreenLogic ConnectControl4
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (360 ratings)3.5 (74 ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.3% of reviews38.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings360 — better74
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB253 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPentair Water Pool and Spa, IncSnap One, LLC

Customer experience

ScreenLogic Connect

All ratings234 ratings
Positive24.8%
Neutral7.3%
Negative67.9%
Written reviews320 reviews
Positive21.3%
Neutral7.8%
Negative70.9%

Control4

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

Bugs and requests

ScreenLogic Connect

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unreliable local and remote connections
  • Temperature and heating controls not functioning properly
  • Schedules not executing as programmed
  • Lighting controls not responding as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable lighting options
  • Improved scheduling flexibility
  • Seamless integration with smart home platforms
  • Detailed usage history and analytics

Control4

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ScreenLogic Connect

No in-app purchases

None

Control4

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScreenLogic Connect free?
ScreenLogic Connect 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, ScreenLogic Connect or Control4?
Control4 is rated higher. ScreenLogic Connect averages 2.1 out of 5 from 360 ratings, while Control4 averages 3.5 from 74 ratings.
Do ScreenLogic Connect or Control4 have ads?
Neither ScreenLogic Connect nor Control4 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScreenLogic Connect or Control4?
ScreenLogic Connect ships an update every 6 weeks, and Control4 fortnightly. Most recently, ScreenLogic Connect was updated on November 1, 2026 and Control4 on October 30, 2026.

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