Comparison

Whirlpool vs Bubbles Sharing

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Whirlpool

Control your smart home appliances remotely, receive real-time updates, and access helpful tips and support. Manage cooking, dishwashing, and laundry cycles with voice commands and personalized settings.

Highlights
  • Remote appliance control
  • Real-time notifications
  • Voice command integration
  • Guided cooking with Yummly
  • Scan-to-Cook technology
  • Downloadable dishwasher cycles
  • Laundry cycle scheduling
Features
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Get more done at once with the Whirlpool® app and a compatible smart appliance. Control your smart appliance, get real-time updates and notifications and access helpful kitchen and laundry tips, appliance info and customer support--all from the palm of your hand. Hands full? No worries. Use your voice to control what you can’t reach. Keep up with dinner and laundry even when you have your hands full by using a compatible voice-enabled device.* Cooking appliances - Remotely start cooking cycles, save your favorites and get notifications such as when your oven has preheated or your cooking time has ended.* - Whirlpool works with Yummly! Yummly® Guided Cooking makes meal prep easier by helping you answer the question “what’s for dinner?” before it’s even asked. Recipes with the Connected Fork icon in the Yummly® app include step-by-step video tutorials that provide the extra assistance you need on busy days. Prompts in the app even send cooking instructions straight to your Whirlpool® smart cooking appliance.** - Get the right settings for frozen meals every time with Scan-to-Cook technology.*** - Make multi-step meals simple by sending cooking instructions to the oven or microwave all at once. Dishwashers - Download the right cycle for a load of dishes, get specialty cycles and customized care with the Download & Go™ option.* - Receive notifications when your washing cycle has ended and your dishes are ready to be unloaded. Washers and dryers - Manage your routine right from your mobile device. Set, start, pause and monitor progress on your laundry appliances, even while you’re away.* - Schedule a wash cycle to be completed by the time you get home so you can keep your laundry moving, no matter where you are (select models). - Manage laundry day from anywhere by assigning family members tasks like transferring a load to the dryer or folding clean clothes. They'll get the notification on their smart devices (select models). - Send dry cycles to the dryer that match the wash cycle you used so you’ll know your clothes will be dried the way you want (select models). - Create and save your favorite cycles under any name and edit at any time. - Personalized Quick Tips make sure your family’s laundry gets the care it deserves, while helping laundry day go smoothly (select models). - Receive helpful alerts which let you know if there's an issue that may affect performance, then follow step-by-step instructions and select how-to videos to help guide you through quick fixes. *Features may vary by product and are subject to change. Compatible connected appliance required. Details and privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. **Select recipes only. Details and privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect and yummly.com/privacy. *** Not all frozen foods included. Google, Google Home and other related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. CA residents - Do Not Sell My Personal Information: www.whirlpool.com/services/about-us/do-not-sell-my-personal-information.html

About

Bubbles Sharing

Features
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Welcome to Bubbles – the trusted platform for sharing resources with your community. Whether you have power tools, or equipment sitting unused, Bubble connects you with neighbors who need exactly what you have. Create meaningful exchanges while earning extra income. KEY FEATURES: Share Resources Create "bubbles" for anything shareable – tools, equipment, and more. Set your own availability, pricing (soon), and terms. Smart Booking System Integrated calendar makes scheduling effortless. Track requests, manage bookings, and handle handoffs all in one place. Verified Community Every user completes ID verification for trust and safety. Read reviews, see verification badges, and build your reputation. Handoff Documentation Built-in photo verification at pickup and return protects both owners and borrowers. Document condition, resolve disputes fairly. Seamless Communication In-app messaging keeps all conversations organized. Coordinate details, share updates, and build community connections. Discover Nearby Browse available resources on an interactive map. Find what you need close to home, reduce waste, and support local sharing. WHY BUBBLE? • Earn money from idle assets • Access what you need without buying • Build trust through verified profiles • Reduce environmental impact • Strengthen community connections • Safe, documented exchanges Perfect for homeowners, renters, DIY enthusiasts, travellers, and anyone who believes in collaborative consumption. Download Bubble and start sharing today.

Screenshots

Whirlpool4 screens
Bubbles Sharing4 screens

Verdict

The call

Whirlpool and Bubbles Sharing are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Whirlpool versus Bubbles Sharing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWhirlpoolBubbles Sharing
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (28K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews22.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings28K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.115.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size231 MB39 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperWhirlpool CorporationJORDAN ROLLINS

Bugs and requests

Whirlpool

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App login issues and frequent sign-outs
  • Inconsistent behavior after software updates
  • Inability to maintain Wi-Fi connection to appliances

Requested features

4 requests
  • Integration with smart home platforms (e.g., Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant)
  • Ability to control appliances remotely without manual enablement
  • More detailed cycle status and time remaining information
  • Improved multi-user support and family sharing

Bubbles Sharing

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Whirlpool

No in-app purchases

None

Bubbles Sharing

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Whirlpool free?
Whirlpool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bubbles Sharing free?
Bubbles Sharing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Whirlpool or Bubbles Sharing have ads?
Neither Whirlpool nor Bubbles Sharing shows ads.

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