The Control4 System is a high-end home automation service that you may have experienced but never heard of. The company does not keep its products on retail shelves next to other smart devices for home automation.

The Control4 System is not a do-it-yourself system. Instead, only authorized dealers can install the top-of-the-line system. You can discuss what features your home or business needs with a dealer for a customized system. Then, installers will mount hardware and configure your system’s software.

While this may be the best smart home system available, you will pay top dollar for it. Even simple systems can cost thousands.

However, you will have professionals to help you understand and operate the system, as well as be there for you should you have a problem later.  

Equally, making changes can require an installer to come back out to your home. In some cases, the dealer could fix problems remotely. 

Another major difference between this system and others is the remote controls. Nearly all DIY home automation systems have a mobile and/or website dashboard for you to control your smart devices. 

With the Control4 System, you select a separate remote control from a variety of options.

Likewise, you also get a touchscreen panel.