fanSync WiFi

Name: fanSync WiFi
Rating: 1.4 (50 reviews)
Author: Fanimation, INC.

By: Fanimation, INC. App

fanSync WiFi by Fanimation.

Overview

Version:

3.1.21

Last updated: 2025-05-21

Ranking

#279,399 ▼ 6,145

Overall

Features & Capabilities

fanSync WiFi by Fanimation. Control your ceiling fan from anywhere using our WiFi receiver accessory sold separately. Control using the fanSync WiFi app as well as via voice activation with compatible devices such as Amazon Echo and Google Home. Also includes IFTTT and SmartThings, which will allow you to integrate with other smart home devices.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App

By:

Fanimation, INC.

Rating:

1.40

(50) 0.10

Version:

3.1.21 Last updated: 2025-05-21

Version code:

874885441

Creation date:

2018-11-13

Compatible devices:

Size:

28.96MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-15

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Ranking

# 279,399 ▼ 6,145

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Developed by:

Fanimation, INC.

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fansync-wifi/id1435773126

Website:

https://www.fanimation.com/fansync

User Reviews

The fanSync WiFi app has moments of solid local control and benefits from SmartThings integration, but is plagued by reliability issues. Recurrent login problems, unstable WiFi connections, and broad glitches hinder daily use. Compatibility with voice assistants and some fan models is inconsistent. While some users see improvements over time, the overall experience remains tedious and underperforms relative to expectations for a premium product. The strongest positives are SmartThings/setup ease and occasional stable local control for certain fans.

Pros

SmartThings integration enables one-click direct WiFi setup.
When the app works, it provides local control of fan and lights.
Some reviews note the app has improved and become more solid over time.
Local WiFi control works for certain fan models (e.g., TriAire) when connected.

Cons

Frequent login/authentication issues; users can’t sign in or stay signed in.
Frequent WiFi connectivity problems and de-synchronization requiring restarts or re-pairing.
Glitchy and unreliable performance with timeouts and vague error messages.
Poor compatibility with voice assistants and some fan models (Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit inconsistencies; some models unsupported).
Antiquated installation flow and ongoing reliability problems.

Recent reviews

Totally non-functional connectivity. The atrocious iconography on the physical remote should have clued me in. Completely broken network functionality. Look elsewhere if you want something that works.

by Ma*****, 2026-07-29

Almost every time I open the app it tells me it is taking a long time to connect and I should check my network, when I know the Wi-Fi in my house is working just fine, and other apps on my phone are working just fine. The slider used to control the fan speed will almost always bounce back to its original position while I am trying to adjust it, and it will take several tries to keep it at the percentage I want it to be set at. This app is frustrating to use.