Control4 vs. Savant vs. Crestron in Texas (2026): Installed Costs, X4 Updates & How to Vet an Austin or Houston Dealer
03 November 2026
TL;DR — 2026 Platform Verdict for Austin & Houston Homes: All three platforms can run a whole luxury home well; the right choice depends on scope, budget, and who will support it. Control4 (running the X4 software experience on CORE controllers) is usually the most cost-effective path for single rooms up through large estates and has the deepest local dealer bench in Texas. Savant stands out for its app design, lighting visualization, and its Savant Power energy-management ecosystem. Cres…