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RYSE

RYSE

by RYSE INC.

33 ratings
107 reviews
🔧 Utilities
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 21, 2017
  • July 2, 2026

Developer

RYSE INC.
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Control your window shades remotely using your iPhone. Create custom groups and automated routines for enhanced convenience and energy savings. Works with RYSE SmartShade, SmartBridge, and AXIS Gear.

✓Remote shade control via iPhone
✓Create shade groups
✓Automated routines
✓Works with RYSE SmartShade
✓Works with RYSE SmartBridge
✓Backwards compatible with AXIS Gear
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of RYSE. Based on 33 reviews and a 3.0/5 average, it highlights the 7 positives and 13 negatives reviewers mention most about this Utilities app.

Positive things

  • 👍Easy installation and setup process
  • 🎨Sleek and modern hardware design
  • ⚙️Works well with HomeKit integration
  • 🔧Responsive customer support (when available)
  • 💡Innovative concept for retrofitting existing blinds
  • ⏰Scheduling functionality works reliably when stable
  • 🏠Good integration with smart home ecosystems

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • 📡Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • ⚠️Requires separate Smart Bridge for full functionality
  • 🔄Constant need to recalibrate devices
  • ❌Missing native Alexa/Google Home compatibility
  • ⏱️Slow app load times (10-30+ seconds)
  • 🔗Device disconnection problems requiring reconnection
  • 📉Inconsistent automation and schedule execution
  • 🔊Loud and noisy motor operation
  • ⚡Hardware reliability issues and failures
  • 🎯Poor app responsiveness and UI performance
  • 💸Expensive for limited functionality without hub
  • 🚫Scheduling removed in recent updates (forced hub purchase)
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What's New in RYSE

2.3.7

July 2, 2026

- bug fixes and improvements

User reviews

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Terrible

Not user friendly, buggy, and frustrating.
alves.esfalves.esf

Buyer Beware: App needs a lot of work

The hardware looks great, the workflow to setup the hardware for the most part works well. Once you start using the app it’s very inconsistent. The WiFi enabled bridge disconnects from the devices very frequently. Routines are basically broken. Works when it wants to. For how expensive the product is this is a 1 star experience
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icekube_icekube_

No Alexa compatibility without extra Device

It’s absolutely insane that in 2026 you can sell a smart device and not natively include Alexa compatibility or even scheduling. Besides that the app works great and the product works great as well.
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RYSE

Lots of calibrating! The link between two ends of chain can’t be problematic, but I have a tool that actually allows one to make a continuous chain, which eliminate that problem. The total effect is sleek and modern as well as quite convenient!
DoctorwardDoctorward

Works fine

Works great they could give a better description of the electric set up but the fiscal installation worked fine
kebates12kebates12
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

16 issues

App crashes on launch and during pairing

Bug

Bluetooth fails to connect on first attempt

Bug

Devices disconnect and require constant reconnection

Bug

Firmware update failures stuck at 0%

Bug

App freezes during setup and configuration

Bug

Shade status not reflecting actual position

Bug

Schedules randomly stop working or drift in time

Bug

Devices disappear from app randomly

Bug

Routines fail to execute properly

Bug

Groups functionality broken or unavailable

Bug

Object detection false positives causing shades to stop

Bug

Calibration loops that never complete

Bug

App becomes unresponsive after closing and reopening

Bug

Multiple devices not responding in automation routines

Bug

Chain connector disconnection issues

Bug

Motor skipping and getting out of sync

Bug
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Requested Features

12 requests

Native Alexa and Google Home voice control without Smart Bridge

Feature

Built-in scheduling without requiring additional hardware

Feature

Instant routine testing and triggering

Feature

Sunrise/sunset-based automation options

Feature

Fine-grained manual shade position control

Feature

iPad and landscape mode support

Feature

Widget for home screen control

Feature

Automatic status refresh on app open

Feature

Firmware update enforcement and visibility

Feature

Group control functionality

Feature

Weather-based automation triggers

Feature

Faster Bluetooth connection times

Feature

FAQ

What does the RYSE app do?

The RYSE app allows you to control your window shades directly from your iPhone. You can create groups of shades to operate together and set up automated routines for added convenience and energy efficiency.

What devices is the RYSE app compatible with?

The app is compatible with RYSE SmartShade and RYSE SmartBridge products. It is also backwards compatible with AXIS Gear, providing a versatile solution for smart window shade control.

Is the RYSE app free to download?

Yes, the RYSE app is free to download and use. It is designed to enhance the functionality of your RYSE or AXIS smart shade products.

How can this app save me time and energy?

By allowing remote control and the creation of automated routines, the app helps you manage your window shades without manual intervention. This can optimize natural light and temperature, potentially reducing energy consumption for heating and cooling.