# BRUNT - Easy Smart Home

> The service that controls and monitors IoT smart devices in smartphones.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/co.brunt.console.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/co.brunt.console.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `co.brunt.console.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** GOQUAL Inc.
- **Category:** LIFESTYLE
- **Downloads:** 34,390
- **Rating:** 2.52 / 5 (907 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.18
- **Last updated:** 2024-02-13
- **First published:** 2016-11-26
- **Publisher country:** KR
- **Size:** 4.60 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-08-03
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.brunt.console.android)
- **Website:** [http://www.brunt.co](http://www.brunt.co/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://brunt.co/appstore/privacyAgreement.php](https://brunt.co/appstore/privacyAgreement.php)

## Description

BRUNT is a smart home mobile application that acts as your personal secretary for managing IoT smart devices. It allows seamless remote control of connected devices from anywhere via your smartphone, with the ability to turn devices on or off individually or simultaneously. The app also features timer controls for scheduled operations and a real-time energy consumption monitoring chart to help users track usage efficiently.

Additional features include location-based device control, sharing permissions with others for collaborative management, and an integrated hardware operation guide. With BRUNT, users enjoy enhanced convenience and control for their smart home ecosystem, simplifying everyday interactions with connected devices.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `co.brunt.console.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users report the BRUNT app as difficult to set up and often unstable, with frequent crashes and lag. The sunrise/sunset scheduling feature, though liked, is unreliable or not working fully. Integration with voice assistants like Google Assistant has issues, and Alexa support is poor or missing. Many users experience poor or absent customer support. Some report problems connecting the app to devices, causing loss of functionality. A few praise the easy setup and useful features like the sleep timer plug. Overall, the app has significant usability and reliability challenges.

### Pros

- Easy to use and set up for some users.
- Integration with Google Assistant works okay when it works.
- Sunrise and sunset scheduling feature when functioning is appreciated.
- BRUNT Plug is praised for its sleep timer functionality.
- Good response and support reported by at least one user via Facebook Messenger.

### Cons

- App is frequently unresponsive, crashes often, and is laggy.
- Difficult initial setup requiring multiple attempts; poor instructions regarding WiFi and network settings.
- Sunrise and sunset timing features are unreliable or have stopped working.
- Lack of proper support and unresponsive customer service.
- Integration with Alexa is poor or non-functional.
- Issues with account management such as password resets and adding new accounts.
- Problems connecting the app to devices; frequent disconnections and difficulties in reconnecting.
- Google Home integration issues with commands triggering multiple devices or no commands working properly.
- Mechanical and hardware issues reported alongside app problems.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/co.brunt.console.android)