# Kenmore Smart

> Connect Now for Smarter Living

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.searshc.kscontrol](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.searshc.kscontrol)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.searshc.kscontrol`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Transformco SR Brands Management LLC
- **Category:** HOUSE\_AND\_HOME
- **Downloads:** 131,127
- **Rating:** 1.76 / 5 (1,608 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.3.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-01
- **First published:** 2016-06-03
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 43 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.searshc.kscontrol)
- **Website:** [http://www.kenmore.com/smart](http://www.kenmore.com/smart)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.kenmore.com/privacy-policy](https://www.kenmore.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Kenmore Smart connectivity revolutionizes home management by allowing you to link, control, and monitor all your Kenmore Smart appliances through a single app. Whether it's your refrigerator, washer and dryer, dishwasher, water heater, or water softener, the app provides unparalleled convenience by adapting appliance operation to your daily routines.

With the Kenmore Smart Refrigerator, you can manage ice production or receive door alerts via your smartphone. The Smart Washer and Dryer let you schedule laundry remotely, ensuring your chores fit your lifestyle. Monitor dishwasher cycles and receive maintenance alerts effortlessly. Manage your water heater temperature and conserve energy when away, while the hybrid water softener keeps you informed on salt levels and water usage. A WiFi connection is required to manage devices remotely. Discover smarter living with Kenmore Smart appliances at www.kenmore.com/smart.

## Rankings

- #195,644 — Overall

## 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_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.aylanetworks.amca.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.aylanetworks.amca.permission.MAPS_RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.searshc.kscontrol.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User reviews of Kenmore Smart for Android are overwhelmingly negative. Repeated themes include persistent connectivity problems and setup failures, difficulty creating or signing into accounts, devices failing to appear or stay online in the app, frequent crashes and reliability issues, and a lack of essential smart features like timers and home integration. Many users report service errors, offline devices, and poor customer support, with some noting that updates have caused new regressions. Overall, reliability and support appear to be the main concerns, with only limited evidence of consistent functionality.

### Cons

- Chronic connectivity and setup failures: devices repeatedly fail to connect or stay online, and setup often never completes.
- Sign-in/account creation problems: users report being unable to create accounts, sign in, or complete email verifications.
- Device recognition issues: many devices (refrigerators, water heaters, washers/dryers, grills) do not show up or remain offline in the app.
- App instability and crashes: frequent crashes, force closes, and service errors during use.
- Missing core features: the app lacks essential smart features such as timers, smart home integration, and advanced settings.

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