# HunterSMART™(SIMPLEconnect®)

> Hunter SIMPLEconnect® | Hunter incorporates smart home technology

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hunter.hunterWifiConnectAndroid](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hunter.hunterWifiConnectAndroid)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.hunter.hunterWifiConnectAndroid`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Hunter Fan Company
- **Category:** HOUSE\_AND\_HOME
- **Downloads:** 111,828
- **Rating:** 1.58 / 5 (1,818 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.472
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-14
- **First published:** 2019-12-13
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hunter.hunterWifiConnectAndroid)
- **Website:** [https://www.hunterfan.com/ceiling-fan-smart-home](https://www.hunterfan.com/ceiling-fan-smart-home)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.hunterfan.com/privacy-and-terms](https://www.hunterfan.com/privacy-and-terms)

## Description

HunterSMART™ SIMPLEconnect® brings smart home technology to your ceiling fans, offering modern design combined with convenience and comfort. The easy-to-use SIMPLEconnect® app allows you to control your Wi-Fi enabled Hunter ceiling fans directly from your smartphone or tablet. Experience seamless device pairing, intuitive navigation, and precise fan and light control all within a clean, modern interface.

Integrated with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, the extension enables hands-free voice commands after simple pairing through the SIMPLEconnect® app. Please note, Bluetooth technology is not supported. Enhance your home's comfort and convenience by downloading the SIMPLEconnect® app and connecting your HunterSMART™ fans today.

## Rankings

- #209,457 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.hunter.hunterWifiConnectAndroid.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Overall, HunterSMART's Android app is seen as unstable and unreliable. Recurrent issues include frequent disconnects requiring power cycles and re-pairing, poor smart‑home integration (Alexa/Google Home) that breaks control, and regressions after updates (non-intuitive UI, device info not loading, slow/erratic commands). Some users note the hardware is solid and that occasional updates improve things when a connection exists. The core takeaway is that the app often fails to deliver consistent smart features, even as the fan hardware remains liked by users.

### Pros

- Solid hardware quality of Hunter fans.
- Some reviews note improvements in the app after updates (e.g., comparisons to older versions or calling it 'god mode').
- When the connection is stable, some users report basic fan control is possible.

### Cons

- Frequent connectivity issues and unreliable pairing; requires power cycling and repeated re-pairing.
- Poor smart-home integration; Alexa/Google Home compatibility often broken.
- UI/UX regressions after updates (new GUI, device information page not loading, non-intuitive controls, slow/erratic commands).
- Devices frequently disappear from the app and must be re-added.
- Unreliable or unintended fan behavior (commands not consistently executed; fan can turn on by itself).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hunter.hunterWifiConnectAndroid)