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About this app

Locontrol turns your smartphone into a WIFI controller for the ESU ECoS.

+++ Simple and intuitive +++
Open the app - select a loco - drive off! Supported digital command stations are automatically discovered (no need to enter the IP address).

+++ Keep your layout in sight and mind +++
With the Gesture Control you can sensitively control your loco without looking at the display.

+++ Features +++
- Access to all locos of the command station. Naturally, the displayed data are always in sync across all your devices.
- Display and control of all available loco functions.
- Ability to connect to multiple command stations simultaneously.
- Available in English and German.

Compatible with:
- ESU ECoS *
- ESU Central Station Reloaded *
- ESU CabControl Box **
- Piko Smart Box (ESU version)**
* At least firmware version 4.1.0 is required. Version 4.1.2 or higher is recommended.
** The latest firmware version is recommended.

Locontrol lives on your support. Please send us a mail if something doesn't work as you expect it to.
Turn your smartphone into a WIFI controller for the ESU ECoS!
Updated on
Aug 30, 2026
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What’s new

- Separate STOP and GO buttons
- Speed displayed in mph or km/h (if enabled in the command station)
- Improved contextual notifications
- Dark-Mode support (follows the device setting)
- Interface for DIY projects improved
- Edge-to-edge design (Android 11+)
- Updated for Android 15 and 16
- Improved stability
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About the developer
Michael Zurell
locontrol@michael-zurell.de
Germany