# awnet

> Connects Ambient Weather Stations to WiFi for internet access. (iPhone/iPad app by Ambient,LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/awnet/id1341994564 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ambient,LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1166897467)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.70/5 from 336 App Store ratings · 109 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.1 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-02-01
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/awnet/id1341994564/reviews.md

## What is awnet?

The awnet app allows you to connect your Ambient Weather Station WS-2000, WS-2902A, WS-2902B, WS-2902C or WS-5000 console to your WiFi router and the internet. The WS-2902As were first sold in 06/2018.

## Key features

- Connects WS-2000, WS-2902A, WS-2902B, WS-2902C, WS-5000 consoles
- WiFi router integration
- Internet connectivity for weather data
- Remote data access

## What do users think of awnet?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Worked on first try
- ⚙️ Firmware updates available

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes during setup
- 🤯 Extremely difficult to connect to WiFi
- 🤖 App not compatible with iOS 14
- 🤷‍♀️ Unclear instructions
- 🤔 Requires disabling 5GHz network
- 🔌 Loses connection after power outage

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to enter WiFi password
- Device not showing up in app after successful connection
- Inconsistent behavior across iOS and Android devices

**Most requested features**

- Improve app stability and reliability
- Provide better documentation and support
- Add option to connect directly to weather station without app

## Recent user reviews (10 of 109)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/awnet/id1341994564/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Hardware good, software not so much

*2026-07-07*

To be fair, this review is being written by someone who uses Mac computers.  Maybe the software is better on the PC side, but I’m having a devil of a time getting the software to work properly between the AMBIENTCAM2 solar camera, my base station, my laptop and my smart devices.  For starters you have to know which software to use (NOT the Ambient VMS, but the AWN VMS), only it’s not included on the downloads page for the product on the Ambient website.  Once you do find the software, and if you get it to recognize your device, then the fun starts with trying to configure the device and/or to remove/change parameters as you work thru problems on connectivity.  
I am a seasoned tech person, and if I’m having trouble with this setup I’m guessing others will, too.  You have a good base to start from, Ambient … please do something about this awful software.  It will be your undoing if you can’t make this more user friendly.  For starters, hire someone who knows about UI consistency across platforms and devices, model out some use cases, and prove to yourself that your product is friendly to the common user.
Today it is not.

### 1/5 — WiFi issues

*2026-02-22, version 1.0.16*

Had a very hard time setting this up thru the app, took around 2 hours but I got it to work after tons of trials and errors.

### 3/5 — Difficult

*2026-02-05, version 1.0.16*

After trying about 1000 times, I finally connected to Wi-Fi. I disabled my 5 GHz network. Using an iPhone. I went to settings, tapped wifi, tapped the i on my 2.4 GHz, scrolled down, and turned off private wifi address. Then, I followed the set-up instructions on this app. Finally, success!

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work anymore

*2026-01-07, version 1.0.16*

I could not get this to work after multiple attempts using an iPhone 17 Pro and iOS 26 and the WS-2902B station.

Luckily, I had an old Android device laying around (Pixel 3 with Android 12), so I downloaded the app on that, and it worked on the first try.

### 3/5 — 192.168.4.0/24 Network Issues

*2025-12-30, version 1.0.16*

It is true, this app is not very good. However, I did eventually get it to work. I ran into a particularly challenging issue and I thought I would describe my findings here.

My home Wi-Fi network is broadcasting 192.168.4.0/23. The device’s Wi-Fi is also on 192.168.4.0. This causes a conflict so that, even after you correctly configure the device, it cannot then connect to your Wi-Fi.

The solution was to set up a separate Wi-Fi network with a different address space. I was then able to configure the device.

### 1/5 — GUI doesn’t work

*2025-11-17, version 1.0.16*

Got rude advice from AW staff on updating to a new router. I went a year without being able to connect. Finally ordered a new display unit because they said that must be the issue. NOPE. It was the GUI on the AWNET app. Finally was able to update on the web. Wasted $85 on an unnecessary display unit.

### 1/5 — Agree with most others

*2025-08-25, version 1.0.16*

This app is horrible. Updated my WiFi and have not been able to reconnect since.  Followed everything in manual. All troubleshooting suggestions.  Have switched off 5.0 over a dozen times, nothing.   Hours of frustration and still not back on line.

### 1/5 — Avoid This App

*2025-06-27, version 1.0.16*

Avoid using this app at all costs. I recommend the following if you have problems.
1) Put your weather station into wi-fi mode
2) Connect to the stations wifi
3) Type in the router address of the weather station (Mine: 192.168.4.1)
4) Click login, there is no password
5) Scan and connect to your wifi network
6) Done and you avoid the app

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work .

*2025-04-26, version 1.0.16*

Doesn’t work. I’ve tried multiple apps, devices. It keeps giving me failed password

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work.

*2025-02-27, version 1.0.16*

Used to update wifi firmware. Doesn’t work. Won’t connect to my WS-5000 console.  Multiple calls to customer service, waste of time.  Guess I’ll never update the wifi firmware…

## Frequently asked questions about awnet

### What does the awnet app do?

The awnet app allows you to connect your compatible Ambient Weather Station console to your WiFi router and the internet. This enables your weather station to send data online, making it accessible remotely.

### Which weather station models are compatible with awnet?

The app is compatible with Ambient Weather Station models WS-2000, WS-2902A, WS-2902B, WS-2902C, and WS-5000 consoles. The WS-2902A models were first sold in June 2018.

### Is awnet free to use?

Yes, the awnet app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

### What is the main benefit of using awnet?

The primary benefit is connecting your Ambient Weather Station to the internet. This allows you to access your local weather data from anywhere, providing real-time insights into your environment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.16 — 2022-03-11

AMBWeatherPro 5.0.4 and WH2682 2.1.1 and above have added ambient account settings in the upload settings, and removed the WU and weathercloud settings.

### 1.0.14 — 2021-11-10

Optimize app stability.
Modify some text descriptions.

### 1.0.13 — 2021-09-10

Fix the interface display error after saving upload settings.

### 1.0.12 — 2021-09-07

1. The custom multi-channel name is consistent with the calibration page
2. Fix Feel Like and Dew Point sometimes displayed incorrectly.

### 1.0.11 — 2021-04-01

1. ws1950 devices increase the dew point and feel like display.
2. Partial UI display adjustment.

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## More apps by Ambient,LLC

- [AmbientTool](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ambienttool/id1166897468)
- [Ambient Weather Network](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ambient-weather-network/id1426025887)

All apps by Ambient,LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1166897467

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