Comparison

uControl vs GatEvo

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

Head to head
About

uControl

Features
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Modern and simple, an uncomplicated and user-friendly universal control system with a selection of intuitively designed interfaces to put users confidently in control, free from the overwhelm of technology. uControl is the companion app for HDA devices that feature the uOS operating system, such as certain models of MHUB and Zone/Connect Processors (look out for the "uControl INSIDE" badge). uControl is compatible with virtually any AV device, offering versatile control optionsβ€” including WiFi (IP), infrared (IR), and HDMI-CEC. It elevates your smart home experience by automating everyday tasks with "smart automations." These one-touch activities simplify routines, streamline device interactions, and eliminate repetitive or complex control functions.

About

GatEvo

Features
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GatEvo: AI-Powered Access Control GatEvo is a smart access control system that lets you control gates, garages and doors from anywhere. Designed for homeowners, installers and commercial sites, it combines reliable hardware with an easy-to-use app and AI-powered control. Smarter access with AI β€’ AI voice assistant control via phone calls β€’ Intelligent responses based on the live status of your system β€’ Helpful diagnostics to assist with faults and configuration Key features β€’ Remote control: open, close or stop your gate from anywhere β€’ Geo opening: automatically opens when you arrive using GPS and Bluetooth β€’ Bluetooth local control: fast operation even without internet β€’ Real time monitoring: see gate position, inputs, relays and alerts β€’ Dual gate support: control two separate gates or devices from one controller β€’ Voice assistant support: works with Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant β€’ Event history: view recent activity and gate usage β€’ Installer mode: professional setup, diagnostics and multi site management β€’ Secure onboarding: QR or token based access for authorised users only Reliable and secure GatEvo is built for professional gate automation and access control. It supports Wi Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth, and can be used in cloud connected or local only mode. Security features include end to end encryption, secure tokens and protection against replay attacks, helping to keep your system and data safe. Experience the next generation of AI powered access control with GatEvo.

Screenshots

uControl4 screens
GatEvo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GatEvo at every 5 days against uControl's fortnightly. uControl's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13 vs 15.1). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

uControl ships an update fortnightly, GatEvo every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
uControl versus GatEvo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteruControlGatEvo
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 5 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13 β€” better15.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size43 MB108 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHDConnectivityGate Specialists Ltd

In-app purchases

None

uControl

No in-app purchases

None

GatEvo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is uControl free?
uControl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GatEvo free?
GatEvo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do uControl or GatEvo have ads?
Neither uControl nor GatEvo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, uControl or GatEvo?
uControl ships an update fortnightly, and GatEvo every 5 days. Most recently, uControl was updated on October 7, 2026 and GatEvo on October 7, 2026.

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