Comparison

IP vs pocket control HM Abo

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

Head to head
About

IP

Features
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IP-Symcon Mobile is the mobile visualisation for the IP-Symcon automation software. It offers you a fast and comfortable way to monitor and control all the devices and equipment of your building. With your user-defined WebFronts you can command your equipment in real time or control individual states. Access is quick due to low data transmission no matter if you use it via your local network or a 3G/LTE remote access. The authentication by user name/password and an optionally available SSL encryption further provides a secure connection. From a single interface, you can command all systems supported by IP-Symcon such as EIB/KNX, LCN, digitalSTROM, EnOcean, eq3 HomeMatic, Eaton Xcomfort, Z-Wave, M-Bus, ModBus (for instance WAGO SPS/Beckhoff SPS), Siemens OZW, Siemens Logo, different ALLNET devices and other systems. A complete list can be found here: http://www.ip-symcon.de/produkt/hardware/ For testing purposes this app has predefined configurations for our webfront.info demo. The german localization which is shown on the screenshots can be fully customized by your own configuration. The functions at a glance: - Fast access due to minimal data transmission - User-defined WebFronts for different servers/access levels - Three Skins (Light, Blue, Dark) - Authentication by user name and password - Secure connection using SSL encryption - All IP-Symcon compatible systems are supported - Special variables are supported (TextBox, HTMLBox, HexColor) - Display of media files configured with IP-Symcon (for instance webcam images, MJPEG streams) - Configuration of cyclic events (e.x. weekly timers) - Dynamic content for example creating, deleting or hiding of object will be updated in the app immediately - Send custom alarms/messages via Push Notifications (*) - Display mobile Charts of e.x. your consumption, temperature or presence - Add favorites which are accessible from the Home-Screen through Force-Touch - Add Shortcuts that can be used to active any action through Siri commands Important: This application requires installation of an IP-Symcon server system equipped with IP-Symcon Basic, IP-Symcon Professional or IP-Symcon Unlimited, version 4.0 or higher. Additionally, the corresponding hardware for your building automation has to be installed. All categories, variables and devices shown on the screenshots are examples taken from a sample project. You personal IP-Symcon Mobile App will be individually customized depending on the configuration of your IP-Symcon server system. Please also refer to the documentation concerning the IP-Symcon WebFront. (*) Sending Push Notifications requires an internet connection and a valid IP-Symcon subscription.

About

pocket control HM Abo

Control your smart home devices remotely with this app. Monitor your home's status, automate actions, and receive notifications about important events. Customize your setup with custom views and icons for easy management.

Highlights
  • House status overview
  • Customizable device views
  • Automated actions and scenes
  • Push notifications and alerts
  • Geofencing capabilities
  • Scheduled device automation
  • IP camera integration
Features
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Pocket control HM is the app for the Homematic system with CCU or RaspberryMatic. The Homematic IP Access Point and the Home Control Unit are not compatible. It supports both HomeMatic and Homematic IP devices. Features: - The house view gives you a quick overview of the status of your house and individual rooms. This way, you can easily see if, for example, windows are open or lights are on. Temperatures inside and outside, as well as alarm and service messages, are also displayed. You can quickly adjust rooms and trades using the app. - With custom views, which can also contain sub-views, you can arrange devices according to your needs. - With actions, you can change the state of multiple devices or system variables at once. For example, with one action, you can turn on or dim lights, close shutters, and increase the temperature. Actions can include delays, making it possible to switch devices on and later off. Actions can be saved as shortcuts in the Shortcuts app and used in widgets, as well as activated with Siri. - You can create and edit programs and system variables directly within the app. This allows you to adjust your home automation remotely. - Push notifications from the control center to your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch will keep you informed of important events in your home automation. You can specify who the recipient is in the notification. You can choose a sound or mute the notification. These notifications are listed within the app. - With the geofencing function, you can create up to 10 home zones. Leaving or reaching these home zones is reported to the control center and can be used for further tasks, such as controlling the heating or activating the alarm system. - You have the option to automate devices based on scheduled times. The control center will automatically execute the commands. - For many devices, you can create custom icons within the app, making it easier to recognize their status. Special states are made more visible through custom icons. - The system log of the CCU can be displayed. For selected devices, the system log can be shown as a graphical chart. - Multiple configurations can be created (both for a single system and for different systems). - Configuration sharing via iCloud, email, and AirDrop is supported. - Service messages are listed and can be acknowledged. - The app or just the settings can be protected with a PIN. - IP cameras (webcams) can be integrated. - The appโ€™s color scheme can be customized. A dark design is available. - Remote controls and wall switches are graphically reproduced for operation. - Communication takes place via WLAN (WiFi) at home and via a VPN connection (WireGuard or IPSec) on the move. - A connection to the Cloudmatic connect service is integrated. Subscription for all functions: This app has all the features only through a subscription. The time period of subscription is 1 year. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews by one year after expiration. The auto-renew can be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period in your Apple ID Account Settings. Your iTunes Account will be charged renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Without subscription, the devices are limited to 3 radiator thermostats / wall thermostats, 3 window contacts, 3 roller shutter actuators and 3 switch actuators. Some functions, e.g. Geofencing and push messages are then missing. Link to the privacy policy and terms of use https://penzler.de/privacy-conditions.html https://penzler.de/terms-conditions.html BATTERY USE Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

Screenshots

IP4 screens
pocket control HM Abo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IP at none against pocket control HM Abo's 1. IP also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.5). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. pocket control HM Abo sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per year. IP asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 5, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 6 level
IP versus pocket control HM Abo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPpocket control HM Abo
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsโ€”62.7% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
Monetizationโ€”Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better15.5
Further details โ€” not scored
Size12 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSymcon GmbHPENZLER GmbH

In-app purchases

None

IP

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

pocket control HM Abo

Subscriptions1
  • All functions$6.991 Year

Questions

Is IP free?
IP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is pocket control HM Abo free?
pocket control HM Abo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do IP or pocket control HM Abo have ads?
Neither IP nor pocket control HM Abo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IP or pocket control HM Abo?
IP ships an update every 3 months, and pocket control HM Abo every 3 months. Most recently, IP was updated on September 5, 2026 and pocket control HM Abo on September 23, 2026.

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