Comparison

Edmonton 311 vs SmartControls

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

Head to head
About

Edmonton 311

Easily report non-emergency issues within the city. Submit requests for potholes, damaged sidewalks, trees, litter, and graffiti directly to the city. Stay informed about city services and updates.

Highlights
  • Report potholes
  • Report damaged sidewalks
  • Report damaged trees
  • Report litter
  • Report graffiti
  • Submit service requests
Features
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With the 311 app, you can report: Potholes, Damaged sidewalks, Damaged trees, Litter, and Graffiti. By clicking "Install", you give your consent to all future updates and upgrades of this app. The City of Edmonton is asking for your consent in order to provide these future updates and upgrades to you if you download this app. The City of Edmonton can be found online at edmonton.ca. You can withdraw your consent at any time by removing the app from your device.

About

SmartControls

This app allows you to remotely control your vehicle's starter system, lock/unlock doors, and receive security alerts. It requires a specific hardware add-on and professional installation to function.

Highlights
  • Remote engine start/stop
  • Keyless entry and trunk release
  • Security system arming/disarming
  • Push notifications for alerts
  • Up to 1.5 miles operating range
  • Multi-vehicle operation
Features
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Connected SmartControl™ ------- HARDWARE PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR USAGE ------- Connected SmartControl™ is the fastest, easiest, most versatile and complete remote starter Add-on Smart Antenna and Remote Control system utilizing a smartphone solution to stay connected with your vehicle with up to 1.5 miles of operating range. Using the Connected SmartControl™ app, you can control your vehicle doors (Lock/Unlock), remote Start or Stop your engine and more. PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION REQUIRED In order to use Connected SmartControl™ on your vehicle, a Connected SmartControl™ device and compatible remote starter must be installed onto your vehicle. To find an authorized Connected SmartControl™ retailer, visit https://connectedremotestart.com/find-a-dealer.html KEY FEATURES • No monthly fees • Remote start engine • Remote shutdown engine • Keyless entry access • Trunk release • Open/Close motorized liftgate (if equipped) • Factory or Aftermarket Security system Arming/Disarming • Up to 4 Customizable auxiliary functions • Push notifications for security alerts • System Bluetooth connection status • Real-time smartphone interaction • Intuitive user display • Alarm notification with zones identification • True runtime display • Environment temperature • Vehicle and transmitter battery level indicator • Multi vehicle operation • True 2-way communication™ powered by LoRa technology™ • BLE Direct Connect pair up to 4 smartphones directly to the antenna REMOTE STARTER COMPATIBILITY Connected SmartControl™ is currently compatible with the following brands of remote starter and/or security systems: ADS • iDatastart HCx • iDatastart BMx • iDatastart BZx • iDatastart VWx ADS-AL-CA • AKX / OEM ASTROSTART • AF-D600 AUTOSTART • ASD200 • ASD600 COMPUSTAR • CM-7XXX • CM-6XXX • CM-900 • FT-xxx-DC • FT-DC2 • FT-DC3 CRIMESTOPPER • RS-00 • RSx-G5 • SP402 • SP502 DIRECTED • DBALL 2 • DB3 • 4X10 • 5X10 • DS4+ FORTIN • Evo-All • Evo-One MIDCITY ENGINEERING • All modules with Drone telematics port OMEGA • All modules with Blue telematics port VOXX • Flashlogic: All FLRS remote start modules • FLCAN • Prestige/Pursuit: All E model’s w/ telematics port (Except PRO9233E) • Code Alarm: CASECRS, CARS, CA4555, CA4055 & CA5055 NOTE: All Prestige/Pursuit/CodeAlarm systems must be updated to the latest firmware version (this will require the VOXX USB updating cable, Part# VEPROG) For more details on which product is compatible with Connected SmartControl™, visit https://connectedremotestart.com/find-a-dealer.html APP OWNER’S GUIDE Please consult the Help section of the App for detailed Owners Guide. KEYWORDS Connected, SmartControl, Car Starter, Remote Starter, Vehicle Control, Car Access, Automobility SUPPORT URL https://www.connectedremotestart.com/sc1/ © COPYRIGHT © Copyright Connected SmartControl™ 2019 Lightwave Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Screenshots

Edmonton 3114 screens
SmartControls4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Edmonton 311 at 5.0 against SmartControls's 2.6. SmartControls's advantage is review sentiment (43% vs 11%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Edmonton 311 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 11% of Edmonton 311's written reviews are positive against 43% of SmartControls's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Edmonton 311 ships an update every 2 months, SmartControls monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Edmonton 311 versus SmartControls: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEdmonton 311SmartControls
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better2.6 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews10.7% of reviews42.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB170 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCity of EdmontonLightwavetechnology

Customer experience

Edmonton 311

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews56 reviews
Positive10.7%
Neutral10.7%
Negative78.6%

SmartControls

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%

In-app purchases

None

Edmonton 311

No in-app purchases

None

SmartControls

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Edmonton 311 free?
Edmonton 311 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartControls free?
SmartControls is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Edmonton 311 or SmartControls?
Edmonton 311 is rated higher. Edmonton 311 averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while SmartControls averages 2.6 from 5 ratings.
Do Edmonton 311 or SmartControls have ads?
Neither Edmonton 311 nor SmartControls shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Edmonton 311 or SmartControls?
Edmonton 311 ships an update every 2 months, and SmartControls monthly. Most recently, Edmonton 311 was updated on September 25, 2026 and SmartControls on September 5, 2026.

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