GoGogate2 vs Control4
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GoGogate2
Control your garage door or gate remotely using your iPhone or iPad. This app connects to a separate hardware device to provide secure, real-time status updates and even allows for camera integration to monitor your garage.
- Open/close garage doors and gates
- Garage door status alerts
- Connect IP cameras for monitoring
- Remote access via Wi-Fi or internet
- Secure AES encryption
- IFTTT compatibility
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Open your garage door or gate from your iPhone! Download the GoGogate 2 app to open or close your garage door or gate with your iPhone or iPad. This App works with the GoGoGate 2 device that can be purchased separately at www.gogogate.com. The GoGogate app will connect your iPhone or iPad to the GoGogate device via your Wi-Fi home network or internet Product details: *This APP (when used in conjunction with the GoGoGate 2 device) will open up to 3 garage doors *Garage door status alert: Shows if your garage doors are Open or Closed *Clean, Intuitive and User Friendly Interface *Unlimited number of users can download the app and operate a single garage *100% Secure with AES encryption technology *Connect a IP camera to GogoGate2 to see what is happen in your garage (up to 3 cameras, one for each door) *Remote Access *Compatible with IFTTT. Compatible with all Garage door openers. Advanced Settings: The GoGogate device can also be configured via the APP to operate other relay based products such as electric blinds or sprinkler systems.
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Control4 at 3.6 against GoGogate2's 3.1. Control4 also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). GoGogate2's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Control4 holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 42 and 70 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 40% and 39% positive.
GoGogate2 ships an update every 2 months, Control4 fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 12, 2026.
| Parameter | GoGogate2 | Control4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (42 ratings) | 3.6 (70 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 40.3% of reviews — better | 39.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 42 | 70 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 253 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | V2FE | Snap One, LLC |
Customer experience
GoGogate2
Control4
In-app purchases
GoGogate2
No in-app purchases
Control4
No in-app purchases









