# Flir One

> Thermal Camera for Smartphones

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id875842742](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id875842742)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id875842742`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** FLIR Systems Aktiebolag
- **Category:** Photo & Video
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (7,616 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.4.14
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-18
- **First published:** 2014-08-04
- **Size:** 178 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/flir-one/id875842742)
- **Website:** [http://www.flir.com/flirone](http://www.flir.com/flirone)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.flir.com/corporate/privacy-policy/](https://www.flir.com/corporate/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Connect the FLIR ONE series thermal camera to your smartphone to capture and analyze thermal imagery for quick troubleshooting and inspections. Benefit from FLIR MSX and VividIR for enhanced detail, multiple color palettes, and precise temperature measurements.

Features include notes, cloud upload via FLIR Ignite, and access to inspection guides and apps for use cases such as electrical, HVAC, moisture, and insulation issues. Explore FLIR ONE's ecosystem to inspect hard-to-reach targets and share findings with colleagues and clients.

## Rankings

- #20,920 — Overall
- #6 — temperature

## Review summary

Users laud FLIR One for its core usefulness in heat-leak and temperature-difference detection and its role in home inspections, even for night-time tasks. However, multiple reviews highlight persistent connectivity problems, app instability, and concerns about extra accessory costs and potential obsolescence. Overall sentiment is mixed: strong practical value and affordability for some, but reliability and lifecycle issues hinder widespread satisfaction.

### Pros

- Strong utility for detecting heat loss, leaks, and energy inefficiencies, making it useful for home inspections.
- Thermal imaging is valuable for specific tasks like locating leaks, identifying temperature differences, and even spotting animals in dark environments.
- Perceived affordability and good value for the price in some reviews.

### Cons

- Frequent connectivity and pairing problems between the FLIR One and the iOS app (bluetooth/Wi-Fi) with devices often failing to connect or dropping connection.
- App stability issues including crashes and clunky updates that disrupt usage.
- Need for extra accessories or hidden costs, and concerns about planned obsolescence or forced upgrades that feel like revenue pressure.
- Compatibility and reliability problems with newer devices (e.g., newer iPhones or adapters) leading to poor overall experience.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id875842742)