# ARB Fridge Connect

> ARB Fridge/Freezer monitor

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1457794649](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1457794649)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1457794649`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ARB Corporation Ltd
- **Category:** Lifestyle
- **Rating:** 2.10 / 5 (26 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-18
- **First published:** 2019-03-29
- **Size:** 3.02 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/arb-fridge-connect/id1457794649)
- **Website:** [https://www.arb.com.au](https://www.arb.com.au/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.arb.com.au/privacy-legal/](https://www.arb.com.au/privacy-legal/)

## Description

ARB Fridge Connect can be used to monitor and control series 2 ARB Fridge/Freezers and also ARB Zero Fridge/Freezers.

-Connect to one or more ARB Fridges at a time.
-Monitor and adjust the fridge temperature
-Select from user defined temperature presets
-Turn the fridge on standby
-Monitor the fridge supply voltage
-Visual low battery voltage warning
-Monitor the fridge operating status
-Visual indicator if the fridges lid has been left open
-CarPlay support: Safely monitor and set the temperature of your ARB Fridge right from your vehicles display

Through the Apps settings screen you can

-Set the fridges temperature units (°C / °F)
-Set the fridges battery protection level
-Set the fridges display brightness
-Program up to three nameable preset temperatures per fridge

Series 1 ARB Fridge/Freezers manufactured post-2014 allow monitor feature only.

-Connect to one or more ARB Fridges at a time.
-Monitor the fridge temperature
-Check the fridge set temperature
-Monitor the fridge supply voltage
-Visual low battery voltage warning
-Monitor the fridge operating status

## Rankings

- #307,968 — Overall

## Review summary

The ARB Fridge Connect app shows potential for ARB fridge control and monitoring but is hampered by persistent connectivity/pairing issues, outdated software, and weak setup guidance. Many reviews call for improved features such as push notifications, energy usage graphs, and CarPlay compatibility, while data readings and monitoring data are frequently incomplete or inaccurate. Pros include basic remote control and monitoring when the device is connected. Overall, the app needs significant maintenance and feature enhancements to meet user expectations.

### Pros

- Remote control options: lock/unlock, set 3 temperature profiles, adjust temperature, and turn the fridge on/off.
- Fridge and battery monitoring via the app (status visibility) when the device is connected.
- Designed to be the control interface for ARB fridge hardware.

### Cons

- Frequent connectivity and pairing problems: cannot find the device, won’t connect, and Bluetooth visibility issues; PIN entry is unclear or missing.
- App is outdated and rarely updated (no updates in years).
- Inadequate setup instructions and outdated PIN guidance causing confusing pairing flow.
- Missing/desired features and unreliable data: no push notifications, no energy/voltage graphs, and monitoring data often missing or inaccurate (e.g., readings show zero C or compressor shows running when off).
- Users want CarPlay support but it’s not available yet.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1457794649)