# LectroFan Kinder Bedtime Buddy — user reviews > 78 indexed App Store user reviews of LectroFan Kinder Bedtime Buddy by Adaptive Sound Technologies Inc., rated 2.00/5 from 109 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lectrofan-kinder-bedtime-buddy/id1295488376/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lectrofan-kinder-bedtime-buddy/id1295488376.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 16 · 4★ 5 · 3★ 6 · 2★ 13 · 1★ 69 ## What do users think of LectroFan Kinder Bedtime Buddy? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 🎵 High-quality sound with variety of options - 💡 Versatile multi-function device (nightlight, white noise, lullabies) - 🎨 Customizable colors and sound settings - ✈️ Portable and compact design - ⚙️ Improved UI in recent versions - 🔗 Better Bluetooth connectivity in newer updates - 💾 Settings saved for convenience - 👶 Effective for helping children sleep **Cons** - 🐛 Frequent app crashes - 🔗 Unreliable Bluetooth connection - 📱 Poor UI/UX design (outdated appearance) - ⏱️ Limited timer duration (max 180 minutes) - 🔐 No child lock feature - ⚠️ iOS compatibility issues - 🎛️ Difficult settings navigation - 🚫 Cannot control from multiple devices simultaneously - ❌ Connection requires proximity to device - 🔄 Frequent reconnection required after closing app **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes on iOS 14 and newer versions - Connection failed errors despite proximity - App crashes when adding new devices - UI buttons appear outside screen on some devices - App crashes when attempting to connect - Settings fail to change despite successful connection - Volume defaults to 50% when switching sounds - Email input field non-functional during registration - App crashes immediately after registration screen **Most requested features** - Extended timer for full night sleep (12-14 hours) - Child lock/parental controls - Apple TV and Apple Watch app versions - Ability to play lullabies with timer, then switch to white noise - Multiple device control support - Custom music/lullaby uploads - New lullabies added regularly - One-tap on/off without reconnection - Preset selection before device activation - Better Bluetooth range ## Newest reviews (13 of 78) ### 2/5 — Spotty connection at best *2023-04-01, version 1.45* Connection is 50-50 at best. ### 2/5 — Works but Not what’s in App Store *2022-08-13, version 1.44* The connection usually works, although about 20% of the time it won’t, no matter how close you are to the machine. I can have the phone 2ft away and it will say it can’t find it. It usually works though, just make sure you CAN turn it on by hand if you need to. The app looks nothing like the preview shots in App Store though. There are 3 main pages - one to connect to the machine, one that shows the current settings with volume, etc, and one that shows all the possible sounds. All these screens technically do their job but they look like they were built in 2003. Also, side note - be careful of the trash can icon. It’s right beside the arrow to open the machine settings so if you’re not careful you delete your machine when trying to turn it on 😕 ### 2/5 — Connection Issue *2021-03-22, version 1.37* After several attempts to connect, the system works great. My little one only will go to sleep and stay asleep for 3-6 hours at a time if there is lullabies playing. Lighting featuring is okay and a cool idea, not really a hit with our little one. ### 2/5 — Good hardware, limited software *2020-12-22, version 1.37* Love the idea of this to replace separate nightlight, white noise machine, and Bluetooth speaker for lullabies in my child’s room, but the software is way too limited. I should be able to play lullabies for a set time, then switch to white noise, and keep the night light on. Instead there is just one timer that turns everything off. Disappointing — needs more product R&D. ### 1/5 — Terrible app! *2020-12-04, version 1.36* This is the worst app ever!!! Seriously spend the extra money and get the hatch baby. I keep trying to give it the benefit of the doubt but “connection failed” occurs ever single time which means I can’t control anything. I’m very disappointed in this product, great idea but horrible execution. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work... *2020-11-27, version 1.36* Please update to work with iOS 14! November 2020: PLEASE UPDATE THE APP ### 1/5 — App is completely broken *2020-10-19, version 1.35* App crashes every time I try to make changes. Now my child is upset because I can’t adjust the volume. We bought two of these and they used to work great, now they are garbage if the developer doesn’t update the app... welcome to the “internet of sh**”! ### 1/5 — Crashes trying to add new device *2020-10-19, version 1.35* On iOS 14 you cannot add a new LectroFan device, it crashes immediately. ### 3/5 — Good App *2020-10-18, version 1.35* Good app. Haven’t had any problems with it until the most recent IOS update! Now it crashes when I open it and I can’t control the device with my phone which means no volume adjustments or sound changes. ### 1/5 — App crashing every time I try to connect to my kinder *2020-10-18, version 1.35* This app is crashing every time I try to connect to my kinder. Checked for updates and deleted and reinstalled but still doesn’t work. Now I can only turn on and off but can’t make any adjustments or change music/white noise. ### 3/5 — problems with app crashing *2020-10-14, version 1.35* would love to rate this higher because it helps me lots, but the app keeps crashing every time i try to connect my kinder to the app. it worked fine for several months, i don’t know why it would suddenly just stop working and start crashing now :-( i hope this gets fixed in the future, and that this app is still hopefully working for some other people out there ### 1/5 — Do not recommend *2020-10-13, version 1.35* This product used to be the best! Until it recently stopped connecting. I hate that I can no longer adjust volume, nightlight, sound preference since the app doesn’t connect to the machine. This used to be my number 1 recommendation for new parents but it’s no longer worth raving about. Absolutely horrible. ### 2/5 — Love and Hate *2020-10-13, version 1.35* Worked great, but now the app just crashes. Please fix. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — High School CS Majors Could Do Better *2024-06-16, version 1.45* This product is junk. The app crashes constantly, connections get lost, settings purged. Buyer beware - must have been a group of middle schoolers who programmed this because nothing else makes sense. ### 1/5 — Timer doesn’t work!! *2024-01-04, version 1.45* Fix the timer!! ### 1/5 — Completely Useless *2022-07-31, version 1.44* This app is completely different than it used to be. The sound machine does not get as loud as it used to and has way less options. What happened?? I would pay for the old app! ### 1/5 — Won’t pair any more *2022-03-16, version 1.44* After an app update, I was no longer able to pair this device to my phone. Now, I only have one color, volume setting and sound option rather than the large number I had previously. It’s a disappointment, because my littles loved the nightlight and bedtime music. I contacted the company and they had me try a few things such as deleting the app and restarting my phone. None of the solutions worked. ### 1/5 — App is garbage *2021-11-24, version 1.43* Usability of this app is difficult and garbage. Selecting colors and sounds is difficult. A lot of room for improvement. ### 1/5 — Failed to connect message *2021-10-20, version 1.37* Continually states that app cannot connect to device - defeats the purpose. ### 1/5 — GARBAGE *2021-08-29, version 1.37* I have to “try to connect” at LEAST three times before it works… most times it never connects. TOTAL GARBAGE. ### 1/5 — Horrible connection *2021-03-12, version 1.37* The connection to the device is terrible. ### 1/5 — Break after this update *2021-02-13, version 1.37* Please test it before release, the layout of UI is totally off and buttons are outside the screen. Using iPhone 7 Plus, never seen an app like this. “ The engineering team is led by Silicon Valley executives Sam Nicolino and Ira Chayut, who have over 60 years of technology experience with leading companies like Nvidia, Intel, Sun Microsystems, and Acer Computers.” Ok, they should be better at engineering and make product work at least. ### 1/5 — Don't waste your time *2020-12-18, version 1.37* This app is a complete abomination for use with the sound machine. After trying 10 times, I will successfully be able to connect 0 times. This is consistent across the board. The developers are an absolute waste. Don't purchase the sound machine, and if you do, try and return it. I got about 3 months of use before it became completely unusable. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Love it! *2026-06-30, version 1.45* I love this little fan and the app that goes with it ! ### 5/5 — Much improved *2023-08-03, version 1.45* The new version with the new UI is much better: easier to understand and the bluetooth connection works much better. I have 2 white noise machines and it recognizes and manages both easily. Would like to see an Apple TV and watch version of these apps to streamline activating the machines. The old version of this app was clunky and the bluetooth didn’t connect well, but that’s well in the past now. ### 5/5 — Great product *2022-09-16, version 1.44* I used this product for 2 1/2 years and never had an issue. It works as a lamp with a variety of colors and as a soother. I’m very happy and now it’s going to be pass along another baby. Highly recommended. ### 5/5 — Much improved *2022-04-09, version 1.44* The old version of this app was clunky and the bluetooth didn’t connect well. The new version with the new UI is much better - easier to understand and the bluetooth connection works much better ### 5/5 — Does the job! *2021-07-09, version 1.37* Not sure about everyone’s complaints, sure it’s not the prettiest app but it always works for me. Able to connect simply for the first time and every time after, able to set the light and the noise to the perfect levels for my toddler, couldn’t manage bedtime without this. ### 5/5 — Lectrofa Kinder *2020-10-21, version 1.36* Newest update fixed the problem I was experiencing— we have two lectro fans- never had an issue with the app connecting to either— the dark brown noise, volume and dependence make this sound machine a no brainer! I love the lullabies and ocean sounds, too. Versatile, easy to use and amazing customer service here in the States. Great company, looking forward to supporting for years to come- great gift for friends having children! ### 5/5 — Love this *2020-02-16* We bought this to use in our hotel room on vacation. It was great. We plan to use it every time we travel now. I love all the customization it offers. We have continued to use it in our home, in between trips. Won’t go without it! ### 5/5 — Amazing *2020-01-10, version 1.32* I love it I really recommend ### 5/5 — Wonderful product from infant- adults! *2019-10-08* I love that it works so well each and every day. It’s well made and super convenient with an easy app to help if you need it. I love that it has a nightlight attached also. And that it saves your settings which is super convenient at bedtime. Love this product and would recommend it to anyone. ### 4/5 — Timer needs work *2021-12-15, version 1.43* The sound and connection has been fine for us and this is super handy for travel given it’s small size. My issue is that it does not have a child lock or a timer length that is suitable for night time use. My child can push it on or off in the plug so being able to lock it in the app would be amazing. Additionally, I have to remember to turn it on at night and off in the morning. Children sleep longer than 180 minutes which is the longest timer option available. We need to be able to set the timer for up to 12-14 hrs to accommodate a child’s nighttime sleep window. Fix that and we have a 5 star review. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-06.*