Comparison

uControl vs CoParent Sync

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

CoParent Sync

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CoParent Sync is the calm, all-in-one app for families sharing the care of children β€” whether you're co-parents, grandparents or carers. Keep everyone on the same page, reduce misunderstandings, and focus on what matters most: the children you love. ONE PLACE FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILY Invite parents, grandparents and carers into a private, secure family circle. Everyone sees what they need β€” parents get full access, while carers get a simple, read-only view of routines, the diary and photos. WHAT YOU CAN DO β€’ Shared diary & calendar β€” events, milestones and reminders, so nothing is missed β€’ Secure family chat β€” message privately, share photos and celebrate moments β€’ Child profiles β€” routines, allergies, medical and emergency contacts in one place β€’ Parenting plan & handovers β€” agree arrangements and log every handover β€’ Expenses & settle-up β€” track shared costs and see who owes who β€’ To-do lists β€” shared and private tasks β€’ Documents β€” safely store medical, school, legal and financial files β€’ Goals β€” set and track 12-month goals for each child β€’ Contacts β€” a shared list of GPs, schools, dentists and babysitters β€’ Holidays & special days β€” plan and alternate special dates fairly β€’ Court-ready PDF export β€” a tamper-evident record when you need it A CALMER WAY TO COMMUNICATE An optional message assistant gently flags when a message might read as tense and suggests a calmer rewrite β€” helping conversations stay constructive. PRIVATE & SECURE Your family's information stays within your family circle. Files are stored securely and shared only with the members you invite. TRY IT FREE Start with a 14-day free trial. Subscribe any time β€” one plan covers your whole family. Monthly Β£7.99 or Annual Β£79. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel any time in your App Store settings. Privacy Policy and Terms of Service are available in the app and on our website. Terms of Use: https://coparentsync.github.io/coparent-legal/CoParent%20Legal/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://coparentsync.github.io/coparent-legal/CoParent%20Legal/privacy.html

Screenshots

uControl4 screens
CoParent Sync4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: uControl at none against CoParent Sync's 2. uControl also leads on iOS requirement (13 vs 15.1). CoParent Sync's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, ads and device support 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. CoParent Sync sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. uControl asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

uControl ships an update fortnightly, CoParent Sync weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
uControl versus CoParent Sync: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteruControlCoParent Sync
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch β€” betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13 β€” better15.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size43 MB45 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHDConnectivitySamantha Frey

In-app purchases

None

uControl

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

CoParent Sync

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Pro Annual$79.991 Year

Questions

Is uControl free?
uControl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CoParent Sync free?
CoParent Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do uControl or CoParent Sync have ads?
Neither uControl nor CoParent Sync shows ads.
Which is updated more often, uControl or CoParent Sync?
uControl ships an update fortnightly, and CoParent Sync weekly. Most recently, uControl was updated on October 7, 2026 and CoParent Sync on October 9, 2026.

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