Three Things Control4 Does Better Than Other Home Smart Home Systems

If you’re the type of person that does their research when looking to make a major purchase, you know how difficult it can be to compare similar products. The marketing materials often check off all the boxes, and you may wonder what the difference is between products A and B. 

But products and solutions have differences, and sometimes you have to dig a little bit to unearth them. Take cars, for example. Maybe you’re comparing two SUVs, and they’re about the same size, inside and out, have 300 horsepower engines, and a 10-inch infotainment screen. They have the same options, checking all the boxes you want. So how do you compare them? It’s going to come down to the way they drive, how that infotainment works on the screen, how you like the seat comfort, and many other factors. 

When it comes to smart home automation, sometimes you can’t really test-drive before you buy. And most of these systems will have very similar features and do the same things. So how can you tell the difference? As a premier Control4 installer, we’re partial to Control4 and its approach to home automation. And we’re going to tell you about three things that make Control4 stand out from other solutions, so you can make an informed decision for your smart Watercolor, FL smart home. Ready? Stay with us. 

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A TV Interface

Control4 has long invested in providing smart homeowners with all the ways they might like to control their smart homes. They offer AV button remotes, dedicated touchscreens, wall-mounted keypads, and of course, app control. But there’s another interface they’ve offered for a long time, and now it’s more convenient than ever – the TV. When you are watching a show, you typically have your AV remote close at hand. What happens when the doorbell rings? With Control4, you can immediately grab the remote and pop the image from your video doorbell (like the Control4 Chime) right on your TV to see who it is. Plus, you can also control other features right from the TV. With a couple of clicks, if it’s your neighbor coming to watch the game with you, you can unlock the front door smart lock and let them in without missing a play. 

Compatibility

Control4 has long been known for its compatibility and interoperability with other solutions. You’re not stuck with a few offerings or only a Control4 branded device. Control4 works with many devices, from Nest thermostats to Yale smart locks to Lutron lighting control systems. They have purposely designed their system to make it easy to bring in other devices and solutions, while Control4 makes them all work together.

Remote Control Away from Home

Most smart systems have an app-based interface to manage your home when you’re away. You can close garage doors, lock smart locks, set alarms, and view security camera feeds. But Control4 adds another neat feature – an intercom. With the Control4 4Sight app, you can view your home through Control4 touchscreens, because they have camera and microphone capability. So you can keep an eye on your house, talk to the kids, check on the babysitter, and much more. 

Want to learn more about what Control4 offers for your Watercolor home? Reach out to us here or click the chat below to connect with us. We would love to show you!