Orbit Home

Orbit Home

Smart Garage Door Control

60 ratings
91 reviews
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 3, 2018
  • June 2, 2026

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Control and monitor your Wi-Fi enabled smart garage door opener or universal controller remotely. Receive real-time alerts for door status and manage access for family and friends. You can also control your garage door opener's light.

βœ“Remote garage door control
βœ“Real-time status monitoring
βœ“Push notifications for door activity
βœ“Garage door opener light control
βœ“Share access with others
βœ“Monitor multiple garage doors
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What users say

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What's New in Orbit Home

3.7

June 2, 2026

system upgrade

User reviews

May/03 update has issue now

The app can’t show correctly current situation of door is opening or closed after updating.

Bad App

I hope the opener works better than this app. It freezes up every time I try entering the emailed verification code.

Doesn't function, terrible design and infrastructure

Awful app. Doesn't work, glitches, not updated, list goes on. Makes me want to return my opener.

Bare bones

Opens and closes the door very well.

There are β€œlight on” and β€œlight off” buttons. You can’t tell if the light is on or off. A single toggle indicating which is true at the moment would be better.

I wish there was an option to notify me if the garage has been open for a certain length of time in case it’s forgotten about.

Apple HomeKit integration would be nice.
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Does not work

Times out

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

16 issues

Email verification code entry freezes during signup

Bug

Login timeout errors preventing access

Bug

App won't recognize email addresses when adding users

Bug

WiFi connectivity detection fails despite active connection

Bug

Door opens partially on its own then closes

Bug

Push notifications delayed by hours

Bug

Door status shows incorrect state (open when closed)

Bug

App crashes after iPhone OS updates

Bug

Cannot complete initial setup process

Bug

Requires multiple setup attempts (5+ times)

Bug

Door won't respond to app commands despite showing online

Bug

Random online/offline status cycling

Bug

Notifications stopped working after recent updates

Bug

App requires login every time despite Face ID enabled

Bug

Advanced WiFi settings (5GHz) cause connection failures

Bug

Door sensor frequently disconnects from WiFi

Bug
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Requested Features

14 requests

Apple HomeKit integration

Feature

Apple Watch app support

Feature

CarPlay support

Feature

Automatic door closing with timer

Feature

Scheduled closing times

Feature

Notification alerts for doors left open too long

Feature

LED light timer control

Feature

Google Home integration (already exists but needs improvement)

Feature

Dark mode

Feature

Home screen widget for quick access

Feature

Siri voice control support

Feature

Door open duration alerts

Feature

Light status toggle indicator

Feature

Two-way voice/camera integration improvements

Feature

FAQ

What does the Orbit Home app do?

The Orbit Home app allows you to remotely control and monitor your Skylink Wi-Fi enabled smart garage door opener or Nova Universal Smart Garage Door Controller. You can check the status of your garage door from anywhere, receive alerts when it opens or closes, and even control the opener's light.

What are the key features of the Orbit Home app?

Key features include remote control and monitoring of your garage door, real-time push notifications for door status changes, control of the garage door opener's light, the ability to share access with family or friends, and the option to monitor multiple garage doors.

Is the Orbit Home app free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use. However, to utilize its features, you need to have a compatible Skylink Wi-Fi enabled garage door opener or a Nova Universal Smart Garage Door Controller. The provided data indicates the app is free with in-app purchases, though specific purchase details are not elaborated.

What devices are compatible with the Orbit Home app?

To use the Orbit Home app, you must have either a Skylink Wi-Fi enabled garage door opener or the Nova Universal Smart Garage Door Controller. The app is designed to work exclusively with these specific Skylink devices.

How can I use the Orbit Home app for security and convenience?

The app enhances security by allowing you to check your garage door status remotely, ensuring it's closed when you're away, and providing instant alerts for any activity. It offers convenience by letting you open or close the door from your smartphone and manage access for others without needing to be physically present.