# Habitat HomeLink — Lifestyle

> Remote HVAC system monitoring and control via mobile device. (iPhone/iPad app by Habitat Technologies Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habitat-homelink/id1533194934 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Habitat Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533194936)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 36 App Store ratings · 37 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 45 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-02-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habitat-homelink/id1533194934/reviews.md

## What is Habitat HomeLink?

The Habitat HomeLink App provides an intuitive interface that allows users to monitor and control their HVAC systems.
The exclusive Habitat PULSE feature ensures timely and informative notification of important system performance on any iOS device.
Use Bluetooth on your mobile device to connect the HomeLink Thermostat to your WiFi network.
Run-time information for all connected HomeLink Thermostats is displayed simply and efficiently in the Dashboard window.
With one-touch, all the operational details related to the selected Habitat Thermostat are displayed on a single page with clear, easy to understand icons. more…
· View and change temperature set point
· View room temperature
· View and change operating Mode (Heat, Cool, Auto, Off)
· View and change Fan Speed
· View battery and connection status
· View and Edit schedule program
· Access device parameters including the energy saving ECO mode

Habitat’s HomeSphere geofencing technology features provide you with a seamless, intuitive, and convenient way to control your home’s temperature. 

The Habitat HomeLink system allows you to connect the HomeLink Thermostat that controls your HVAC unit, to the Habitat cloud through your local Wi-Fi network. Run-time and configuration.


The 30-day free trial entitles users to the full functionality of the HomeLink App and all subsequent updates as they are made available.
Annually subscription for $12.99/Year after trial ends.
This subscription gives you unlimited access and updates to the HomeLink app. You will be automatically charged $12.99 yearly until you cancel.

## Key features

- Remote HVAC control
- Temperature monitoring
- Schedule programming
- Geofencing technology
- System performance notifications
- Energy saving ECO mode

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Habitat Subscription | $12.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 37)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habitat-homelink/id1533194934/reviews.md

### 2/5 — No Good

*2026-06-15, version 1.8.0*

This is how we get tricked. We purchased a thermostat then was going to add home link so we could use our phones. But they don't tell you before you purchased the Home link or the thermostat. Is that you have to pay $12 a month at least to use the home link part outrageous . Good thing I downloaded the app before purchasing.

### 3/5 — Works but bugs hold it back

*2026-01-28, version 1.8.0*

Just upgraded 3 Ice Air wall units to Habitat thermostats with WiFi.
The good: this app is elegant, intuitive and easy to use.
The bad: there’s a bug that does not allow you to schedule Saturday and Sunday on daily mode. Monday through Friday saves the temperature and time correctly but not on Sat / Sun.
Please fix this issue. Thank you.

### 3/5 — Works but very slow

*2025-10-20, version 1.8.0*

The app performs the desired functions but often takes 10-15 seconds to be ready (with 4 thermostats at my location) making it a poor remote.  Not uncommon for you to find yourself logged out etc.  subscription based is fine but would have expected a reasonable free initial period.  Promised speed improvements have not appeared to date.

### 1/5 — Undisclosed fee

*2025-09-23, version 1.7.3*

$12.99 a year to manage the thermostats I already own. No thank you! And that should be disclosed upfront… this is not a “free” app.

### 5/5 — Works great

*2024-11-01, version 1.6.0*

I’m not big on reviews but honestly it’s one of the best things I've ever purchased for my home , it works great. I travel a lot because of my job and now l can control and monitor all of my apartments units when I'm away. 
The system alert notifications are excellent and alerted me and my A/C service company when one of my A/C units malfunctioned.

### 5/5 — Easy to use and great monitoring

*2024-10-11, version 1.6.0*

We have their thermostats controlling 4 of our offices and the app gives us complete control and visibility over all the units. Big plus feature for us is the systems malfunction notifications and alerts that can be tied into our equipment service contractor.

### 5/5 — Simple and Smart

*2024-10-03, version 1.6.0*

Very straightforward and very simple to use , the best feature is the system malfunction alerts. We were alerted that one of our system’s unit had a water leak and it saved us thousands on a repair to our floors.

### 1/5 — Slow and expensive

*2024-08-27, version 1.6.0*

How dare these people charge $12 a year after you’ve already paid for your smart thermostat. And even after you pay the app is sluggish and every time you open it, takes up to 12 seconds to even know the status of the AC. Same when you try to operate it through Alexa / Google Home. Huge delay on  every single command. Disgraceful that they would charge for a dysfunctional app like this.

### 5/5 — Great Product

*2024-05-09, version 1.6.0*

This is one of the best smart automation products out there to control your HVAC appliances. I use Habitat with my ICE AIR PTACS to remotely control via an app.

The only issue is that their API is completely closed even though the underlying hardware is zigbee based so you have to use their which has an annual fee. It would be nice if they opened up their API to allow for customized automation such as proximity sensors.

### 5/5 — Happy With It

*2024-05-06, version 1.6.0*

My friend recommended this thermostat. Found out that it can be controlled with this app. Been really happy with it, nice that it is so responsive.

## Frequently asked questions about Habitat HomeLink

### What does the Habitat HomeLink app do?

The Habitat HomeLink app allows you to remotely monitor and control your home's HVAC system. You can view and change temperature set points, operating modes, fan speeds, and edit your schedule program. It also provides run-time information and notifications about your system's performance.

### What are the key features of Habitat HomeLink?

Key features include remote temperature control, viewing room temperature, managing HVAC modes (Heat, Cool, Auto, Off), adjusting fan speed, viewing battery and connection status, editing schedules, accessing energy-saving ECO mode, and utilizing HomeSphere geofencing technology for automatic temperature adjustments.

### How much does Habitat HomeLink cost?

The app offers a 30-day free trial with full functionality. After the trial, an annual subscription is required for $12.99 per year. This subscription provides unlimited access and updates to the app.

### What devices is Habitat HomeLink compatible with?

The app is designed to connect to the HomeLink Thermostat via Bluetooth on your mobile device, which then connects to your WiFi network. The app itself is available on iOS devices.

### What are common use cases for Habitat HomeLink?

Common use cases include adjusting your home's temperature before you arrive home, saving energy by setting back the temperature when you're away using geofencing, and monitoring your HVAC system's performance to ensure it's running efficiently.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.0 — 2025-09-24

General improvements

### 1.7.3 — 2025-08-08

General improvements
Bug fixes

### 1.6.0 — 2024-03-20

Support Geofencing
General improvements

### 1.5.0 — 2023-09-25

Support multiple users

### 1.4.2 — 2023-06-19

Bug fixes

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