# Venstar Skyport

> Lifestyle

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id520220656](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id520220656)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id520220656`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Venstar Inc
- **Category:** Lifestyle
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (4,095 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.4.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-13
- **First published:** 2012-05-15
- **Size:** 64 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/venstar-skyport/id520220656)
- **Website:** [http://www.venstar.com](http://www.venstar.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://venstar.skyportcloud.com/page/terms](https://venstar.skyportcloud.com/page/terms)

## Description

Venstar Skyport lets iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch users remotely monitor and control their Venstar WiFi thermostats. From the couch or across town, manage comfort with simple on-screen controls, location-based weather, and device runtimes.

Receive thermostat alerts, switch between home and away modes, and even send personal texts directly to the thermostat's display on compatible models. It is compatible with all Venstar WiFi thermostats, making it a versatile tool for home comfort and energy management.

## Rankings

- #28,817 — Overall

## Review summary

Venstar Skyport is praised for reliability and remote control via a feature-rich, user-friendly app with built-in Wi‑Fi. Reviewers cite long-term, trouble-free operation and useful geofencing/reminders. However, recurring connectivity problems and some setup/configuration friction are noted as the main drawbacks. Overall, reliability and remote access are the strengths, while connectivity and setup friction are the recurring negatives.

### Pros

- Long-term reliability: years of trouble-free operation with quick reconnections after outages
- Remote control and geofencing: control thermostat from phone, pre-cool/pre-heat, arrival automation
- Easy to use and setup: user-friendly interface and simple setup
- Built-in Wi-Fi with feature-rich monitoring: reminders, monitoring options, and remote access

### Cons

- Connectivity/offline issues: devices go offline or fail to connect repeatedly
- Setup and Wi‑Fi configuration can be confusing or not intuitive, sometimes requiring extra guidance

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