What is Control4?
Control4 is a home automation platform designed to control and integrate the technology in homes and businesses. It allows users to manage and automate lighting, climate control, entertainment systems, security systems, and more from a central hub, controller, or mobile device.
Some key features of Control4 include:
- Smart home control - Control4 can connect Z-Wave, Zigbee, IP, and Serial devices like lights, locks, thermostats, sensors etc. It supports over 11,000 devices from various brands.
- Multi-room audio and video - Distribute audio and video to every room. Control4 interfaces with speakers, TVs, receivers, and remotes from top brands.
- Custom smart home experiences - Control4 dealers can program custom experiences so events happen automatically based on triggers like time of day, sensors being tripped, or system events.
- Voice control - Control4 has native integration with Amazon Alexa as well as Google Assistant for voice control.
- Remote access - Monitor and control your Control4 system remotely from smartphones, tablets or computers.
Control4 requires professional installation and programming from an authorized Control4 dealer. This allows for deeper integration and customization tailored to the needs of each user. Regular software updates add new features and expand compatibility.
Competitors in the home automation space include Savant, Crestron, and Elan. But Control4 stands as one of the leaders with their large device support, customization options, attractive and easy-to-use interfaces, and focus on smart home convenience for end users.
Homebridge, Home Assistant, Google Home, Mi Home, openHAB, Domoticz, HomeGenie, ioBroker, ImperiHome, LinuxMCE, Scrypted, Apilio, DomotiGa, Freedomotic are some alternatives to Control4.