# Sonoma Smoker by Lynx > Smart smoker companion app for guided barbecue cooking and temperature monitoring. (iPhone/iPad app by Lynx Grills, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonoma-smoker-by-lynx/id1161494826 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Lynx Grills, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/948052005) - Category: Lifestyle, Food & Drink - Price: Free - Rating: 1.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 52 MB - Released: 2016-10-12 - Data updated: 2026-07-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonoma-smoker-by-lynx/id1161494826/reviews.md ## What is Sonoma Smoker by Lynx? Sonoma Smoker is the companion app to the world’s first smart barbecue smoker, the Sonoma Smoker by Lynx. Select a recipe from the digital cookbook, or create your own barbecue recipe and the Sonoma Smoker will download cooking instructions from the cloud to create the perfect barbecue experience each and every time. No more tending the smoker or worrying about fuel, just select the right recipe, and the Sonoma Smoker will do the rest. In addition to smart recipes, the Sonoma Smoker app displays real time food temperature, tracks smoking progress and shows food temperature over time to achieve the perfect doneness. The Sonoma Smoker app works exclusively with the Sonoma Smoker by Lynx. ## Key features - Digital cookbook recipes - Custom recipe creation - Cloud-based cooking instructions - Real-time food temperature display - Smoking progress tracking - Historical food temperature data ## Recent user reviews (3 of 3) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonoma-smoker-by-lynx/id1161494826/reviews.md ### 1/5 — False Advertising *2021-11-25* Lynx should take down every video they have that promotes the app with their smoker. It’s a pain to hound Lynx customer service to send you your confirmation email which took a month for me! I have never been able to stay connected to the smoker through a whole smoke session. App is garbage and Lynx should stop false advertising the app! ### 1/5 — App doesn’t connect with my devices! *2021-06-17* The smoker is a big, solid, 500 lb rock, but sadly, this app is a piece of $&#t! Setting up the smoker is a snap, then you download the app to connect the smoker to your wifi, allowing for all the advertised flexibility, recipes, and remote control of the smoker. But…you have to set up an account with Lynx to do so, finishing with a “confirmatory email” from Lynx to finalize the app set up. Two months in, and I’m still waiting for the “confirmatory” email! Lynx support, and their Middleby owners/gatekeepers, are unable/unwilling to help. I’m guessing their app developer has been let go, so there is zero app support. Luckily, the smoker can work in manual mode, but none of the flexibility and remote control works without the app. FYI, I have iOS tech in multiple generations, so the problem isn’t version-related. ### 1/5 — $3k for a grill and they can’t update sw??! *2021-04-28* Seriously, they charge top dollar for their excellent grills but you have the worst software! Perhaps you could get some real software developers instead of having the welder do software part time! Haven’t updated this crap software for 2 years!!! WTH? It’s complete garbage. Can’t adjust temp from the software, need to do that on the grill. Clunky, junky, crapware!!!! Please decide to create a real app and get this updated and more functional. PS. I own two of your grills and have close to 8k in Lund products to I am a fan but this software is just junk. Get a developer!! ## Frequently asked questions about Sonoma Smoker by Lynx ### What is Sonoma Smoker? Sonoma Smoker is a companion app designed to work exclusively with the Sonoma Smoker by Lynx smart barbecue. It allows users to select recipes, create custom ones, and download cooking instructions from the cloud for a seamless smoking experience. ### Does Sonoma Smoker work with other smokers? No, Sonoma Smoker is designed to work exclusively with the Sonoma Smoker by Lynx. It requires a physical connection to this specific smart barbecue device. ### Can I create my own recipes in Sonoma Smoker? Yes, in addition to a digital cookbook, Sonoma Smoker allows you to create your own barbecue recipes. The app will then download the necessary cooking instructions from the cloud. ### What kind of monitoring does Sonoma Smoker offer? Sonoma Smoker provides real-time food temperature display, tracks the smoking progress, and shows food temperature over time. This helps users achieve the perfect doneness for their smoked foods. ### Is Sonoma Smoker free to use? Yes, Sonoma Smoker is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements associated with the application. ### What devices support Sonoma Smoker? Sonoma Smoker is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users who own the compatible smart smoker. ### How often is Sonoma Smoker updated? The latest version of Sonoma Smoker is 1.0.12, last updated on October 2, 2018. Users can expect updates to improve functionality and compatibility with the smart smoker. ### What is the age rating for Sonoma Smoker? Sonoma Smoker has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.12 — 2018-10-02 This version brings improvements to the Wi-Fi setup process ### 1.0.5 — 2018-02-23 Fixed bug when registering with an address during account creation ### 1.0.4 — 2017-01-04 - Improvements to recipe downloading - General bugfixes ### 1.0.3 — 2016-11-30 - Fix issue with WiFi setup not working correctly when many WiFi networks are present ### 1.0.1 — 2016-10-21 Minor bugfixes ## Apps similar to Sonoma Smoker by Lynx | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [SciFish](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scifish/id1532263467) | — | Free | Lifestyle | | [Custom Car Magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/custom-car-magazine/id682506895) | 1.0 (1) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Residences at The Bath Club](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/residences-at-the-bath-club/id1605835952) | — | Free | Lifestyle | | [Panther National](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panther-national/id6462424977) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Jade Residences Condominium](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jade-residences-condominium/id6447256841) | 2.0 (2) | Free | Lifestyle | | [The Word 89.7](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-word-897/id6476788230) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Lifestyle | ## More apps by Lynx Grills, Inc. - [SmartGrill by Lynx](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartgrill-by-lynx/id948052006) All apps by Lynx Grills, Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/948052005 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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