Comparison

Control4 vs Stroma

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

Head to head
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.

About

Stroma

Features
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Keep your plants happy and healthy—without the stress. Free to download. No subscriptions. No ads. Plant care should be simple. But between busy schedules and information overload, it's easy to lose track of which plant needs water and when. Stroma is your plant care companion that keeps everything organized, so your plant family can thrive. NEVER FORGET WHEN TO WATER - Smart reminders tailored to each plant's schedule - See what needs attention today, this week, and beyond - Check your plant family's status at a glance - Get notified at your preferred time every day BEAUTIFULLY SIMPLE No overwhelming spreadsheets. No confusing plant science. Just an easy way to stay on top of care. - Choose from popular houseplants (pothos, snake plant, monstera, and more) - Give each plant a custom name and room location - Note when you last watered, and Stroma handles the scheduling - Clear visual indicators show what needs attention PERSONALIZED FOR YOUR HOME Every plant is unique. Every home is different. Stroma adapts to your space. - Organize plants by room (living room, bedroom, kitchen) - Watering schedules adjust based on plant type - Set your daily reminder time to match your routine - Track each plant's care history BUILT FOR REAL LIFE Whether you have one plant or twenty, Stroma makes care feel manageable—not like another chore. - Clean, intuitive interface - Quick setup (add a plant in seconds) - Reliable reminders (stay consistent without thinking about it) - Zero learning curve (simple enough for anyone)

Screenshots

Control44 screens
Stroma3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Stroma at 15.1 against Control4's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Control4 versus Stroma: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControl4Stroma
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (70 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews39.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings70 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size253 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSnap One, LLCVentureSpring Media

In-app purchases

None

Control4

No in-app purchases

None

Stroma

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Control4 free?
Control4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stroma free?
Stroma is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Control4 or Stroma have ads?
Neither Control4 nor Stroma shows ads.

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