When choosing a smart home control panel, consider these essential features:

1. Screen Size & Display Quality

• Smaller screens (4" - 5.5") like Portworld’s YC-SM41P are discreet yet powerful.
• Larger panels (7.6” - 11.6”) like Portworld’s YC-SM116P offer more control options and a better user experience.

2. Connectivity & Compatibility

• Look for WiFi, Ethernet (POE), Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Z-Wave for seamless integration.
• Portworld panels support multiple protocols, ensuring compatibility with major smart home ecosystems.

3. Operating System: Android vs. Linux

• Android-based panels (like YC-SM55P) offer Google Play Store access for running third-party apps.
• Linux (Debian) panels (like YC-SM116P) are ideal for custom industrial and business applications.

4. Power Options: POE vs. DC

• POE (Power Over Ethernet): Eliminates extra power cables, offering cleaner installations.
• DC Power: Offers flexibility but requires a power adapter.
• Portworld’s YC-SM55P & YC-SM41P Smart home control panel both support POE for easy installation.

5. Security Features

• Built-in encryption & secure access to prevent hacking.
• Fingerprint & facial recognition for high-end models.