FM vs uControl 2016
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
FM
Control your garden's lighting, pumps, and other appliances remotely. This app allows you to manage multiple devices, set schedules, and monitor their status from anywhere in the world. Requires specific hardware to function.
- Control 3 switchable and 1 dimmable power outlet
- Integrate up to 10 additional remote-controlled devices
- Individually adjustable timer function for each outlet
- Remote monitoring via OASE Cloud
- Receive status reports via email
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Control the OASE InScenio FM Master WLAN, the heart of the OASE Easy Garden Control system (EGC), via the OASE Easy Control app. With EGC β the smart revolution, you can control all key functions in your pond and garden from within your home network. Using your connected mobile devices this system allows quick, easy, and comfortable control and regulation of your garden appliances. OASE Easy Control features: > 3 switchable and 1 dimmable power outlet for individual configurations > EGC connector to connect and control EGC-capable OASE terminal devices > Up to 10 additional remote-controlled OASE devices can be integrated and controlled via the app. This is possible with the InScenio FM-Master WLAN, which sends out a 433 MHz radio signal. > Individually adjustable timer function for each of the 4 outlets. Within a 24-hour cycle the timer can be programmed using a simple and intuitive graphical surface. Control following devices via OASE Easy Control: - AquaMax Eco Titanium 30.000 und 50.000 (EGC) - AquaMax Eco Expert 21.000/26.000/36.000/44.000 (EGC) - AquaMax Eco Expert 20000 12V EGC - Aquarius Eco Expert 22.000/28.000/36.000/44.000 EGC - ProfiLux Garden LED RGB (EGC) - ProfiClear Premium L EGC (Pumped / Gravity) - ProfiClear Premium Compact-M EGC (Pumped / Gravity) - ProfiClear Premium Compact-L EGC (Pumped / Gravity) - BioTec Premium 80.000 EGC Connect your InScenio FM-Master WLAN EGC with the OASE Cloud: From Cologne to Cape Town β go to work and on holiday with an easy mind. The OASE Cloud allows you to monitor your EGC-devices at anytime and from all over the world. E-mails with reports will inform you of the current status of your EGC garden technology. Note! The InScenio FM-Master WLAN by OASE is necessary to use the app. More information here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfTbGrVv_vU
uControl 2016
Control your home entertainment system with a single mobile device. This app acts as a universal remote for centralized AV multiroom systems, allowing you to manage sources and TVs over WiFi. Enjoy intuitive operation, personalized themes, and gesture control for a seamless experience.
- Universal IR remote control
- Control AV multiroom systems
- WiFi connectivity
- Intuitive setup and operation
- Personalized themes and backgrounds
- Gesture control
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uControl is HDANYWHEREβs universal IR remote companion app for controlling MHUB centralised AV multiroom systems and all the connected sources and TVs, over WiFi with a single mobile device instead of multiple remotes. It is programming-free and super simple to setup. It offers all the controllability required for operating your home entertainment system in the majority of AV scenarios. Use your phone or tablet as a universal remote, allowing you to choose which source you want to watch and where, with all the various functions for each device shown on screen, with familiar button layouts and gesture control. uControl can be personalised with by setting background images for each zone/room (such as a photo of your living room) and you can choose a light or dark theme to your preference. The βUβ in uControl stands for a lot of things; βUnintimidatingβ in that itβs easy to set up and simply intuitive to operate for the end-user. βUniversalβ in that it works with any IR device and βUβ as in its designed and bespoke for each MHUB installation. For more information visit: www.hdanywhere.com/ucontrol-app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: uControl 2016 at every 2 months against FM's every 4 months. FM's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 12.0). On price, review sentiment, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FM ships an update every 4 months, uControl 2016 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FM | uControl 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | 46.2% of reviews β better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch β better |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 β better | 12.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | OASE GmbH | HDConnectivity |
Customer experience
FM
uControl 2016
In-app purchases
FM
No in-app purchases
uControl 2016
No in-app purchases









