Is Control4 Any Good?

The most common Control4 remote control, the SR-260, is incredibly good in terms of functionality, easily on a par with the likes of the Logitech Harmony. I do everything TV-related with it. It’s replaced four remote controls in my living room: the TV remote, and those for Sky, Apple TV, and Fire TV.

Is Control4 worth the money?

So, that’s an approximate look at how much Control4 costs depending on your actual requirements, but is it worth it? If you ask us, the answer is simple: Yes, yes it is.Here are a few more reasons why we think a Control4 home automation system is worth the money.

Does Control4 have a monthly fee?

How Much Does it Cost? 4Sight is an annual paid subscription, set up by your trusted Control4 dealer at only $100/year, or just under $10 a month.

What operating system does Control4 use?

Smart Home OS 3
The company licenses the protocol to other vendors for their products, with more than 7,500 SDDP-embedded products as of June 2019. In May 2019, Control4 debuted a new version of its operating system, Smart Home OS 3.

How much does Control4 training cost?

About Control4 Training Center
The cost to attend Control4 Training Center ranges from $375 to $600 depending on the qualification, with a median cost of $500. When asked how they paid for their training, most reviewers responded, “My company paid for my training”.

What are the alternatives to Control4?

Control4 Alternatives

• 154. openHAB. Free • Open Source.
• Google Home. Free • Proprietary. Windows.
• ioBroker. Free • Open Source. Mac.
• Home. Free • Proprietary. iPhone.
• Android Things. Free • Proprietary. Android.
• CyBear Jinni. Free • Open Source. Linux.
• Gideon Smart Home. Free • Proprietary. Android.
• SmartThings. Free • Proprietary. Android.

Which smart home system is best?

Best smart home devices to buy in 2021

• Best smart speaker: Amazon Echo (4th gen) $60 at Crutchfield.
• The other best smart speaker: Google Nest Mini. $25 at Google.
• Best smart display for Google Assistant: Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)
• Best smart display for Alexa: Amazon Echo Show 8.
• Best mesh router: Google Nest Wifi.

Can I install Control4 myself?

Yes, the do-it-yourself “smart” devices available at your local home improvement store or online are tempting. The hardware itself is usually quite affordable, and since you’ll be installing the system yourself, you can eliminate the labor charges you would have incurred had you hired a pro.

What is 4 Sight subscription?

It’s called 4Sight—a service that allows your system to be securely cloud-connected which enables remote access, voice integration, When >> Then homeowner personalization, Intercom Anywhere, and much more.

What is Control4 OS3?

Control4’s new Smart Home OS3 is what’s called an open platform, and are the brains of Control4’s system.According to our Control4 installer, it’s a good entry level controller and perfect for our test house. It controls infrared devices, provides a nice on-screen interface and has built-in streaming services.

When did Control4 go public?

2013
Control4 was a publicly traded company from 2013 until 2019, when it merged with SnapAV. In 2021, the combined companies formed Snap One.

Is Control4 better than savant?

Control4 is much better at smaller 1 and 2 room solutions. If you want to control a home theater with 1 light and a thermostat, and you want a technician to be in and out in half an afternoon, Control4 is ideal. Savant has their eye on the entry-level market as well, but its a forte of Control4.

How do I set up Control4?

To set up your account:

1. You should have received an email from Control4 confirming your account creation.
2. Write down the account name, email address, and password (above) and refer to it (as needed) to log in to your Control4 account.
3. At control4.com, log in to your Control4 account.

What is a Control4 Platinum Dealer?

Control4 Retail Certified Dealers, for example, tend to do very small entertainment-related projects with little customization. Even those with Platinum certifications may be high volume rather than high-end.

How do you get Control4 certified?

Whether they have been in business for two years or ten, all Control4 dealerships are required to participate in an interactive six-part curriculum that combines hands-on training with online instructional courses. Upon completion, they must pass a proctored, online certification exam to ensure networking competency.

Is Control4 secure?

The secure storage and appropriate use of that collected data are of the utmost importance to Control4. We’re committed to strict and proactive standards for data privacy, because we believe trust must be earned. We respect your right to privacy and believe your data should be handled with integrity and confidence.

Why is Crestron so expensive?

Crestron is more expensive for 2 reasons:Crestron can control more brands, more simultaneous devices without issue, and its user interface can be customized for unusual and very specific needs. 2. Because of the programming capabilities, Crestron is substantially more difficult to program.

How much does Savant home automation cost?

Complete packages start at $1,599 US MSRP and include the new Smart Host ($799 US MSRP), remote and controller. Deployed over multiple rooms within the home, this brings the cost of a Savant solution as low as $1K per room.

Which home hub is best?

The best smart home hubs you can buy today

1. Amazon Echo (4th gen) Best smart home hub for Alexa users.
2. Samsung SmartThings Hub v3. The best pure smart home hub.
3. Apple HomePod mini. The best smart home hub for HomeKit.
4. Amazon Echo Dot.
5. Starling Home Hub.
6. Hubitat Elevation.
7. Amazon Echo Show 10.
8. Apple TV 4K.

Is smart home technology worth it?

Still, despite all the downsides, smart homes can provide convenience, solve problems you regularly encounter, and even save you money. If that sounds good to you, it’s worth the investment.

Is SmartThings dead?

Is SmartThings being discontinued? No, but there are some changes. SmartThings hardware, including Hub v3, will become Aeotec hardware – you can see the full product range here. The SmartThings platform, including the app, will continue to be developed by the team at SmartThings and branded SmartThings.