Comparison

Airscape WH Fan Controller vs Pentair Pool

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

Head to head
About

Airscape WH Fan Controller

Control your Airscape whole house fan from your iPhone or iPad. Adjust fan speed, set timers, and receive notifications for optimal performance. Features like "pre cool" can help reduce air conditioning use.

Highlights
  • Remote fan speed control
  • Set fan timers
  • Receive performance notifications
  • On-screen temperature displays
  • Optional "pre cool" feature
  • Easy network setup
Features
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With the Porchdog app for Airscape whole house fans, you can use your iPhone or iPad to control select Airspace fans anywhere in your home. One-click convenience lets you quickly set the fan speed and timer to your precise specifications. Built-in notifications let you know when you need to open more windows for optimal fan performance, or close windows if it's too hot or cold outside for fan use. On-screen temperature displays give you the information you need to decide exactly how to use your fan. An optional "pre cool" feature will turn the fan on at a time you specify to help get your house nice and cool before a hot day. Pre cooling helps you lessen or eliminate the need for air conditioning during the day. Setup is easy and fast. You can scan your network for connected fans and quickly select your fan without knowing the fan's network address in advance. If you have more than one fan in your home, this feature makes it simple to connect to the fan you wish to control. The following Airscape fans are supported (the fan must support Airscape's 2nd Gen Controls): * 1.0 WHF * 1.7 WHF * 2.5e WHF * 3.5e WHF * 4.4e WHF * 5.0e WHF Please be aware of the following app limitations: * Requires Gen 2 fan control capability. Not all Airspace fans support Gen 2. The free version of the app will allow you to verify whether you have the right fan configuration. * Fan control is only possible when the fan and iPhone/iPad are BOTH connected to the same local-area network. These fans - and therefore the app - do not support remote operation. * Optional fan capabilities are required for some features to work. Specifically, the Airscape "Safe Speed Kit" is required to detect airflow limitations due to closed windows, and the Indoor/Outdoor temperature sensor package is required to detect indoor temperatures (the app can use a weather service to detect outdoor temperatures). This app includes in-app purchases to enable our "pre cool" feature (described above). Your iTunes account will be charged when you confirm your purchase in the app. Should we offer a free trial in the future, any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited when you purchase a paid subscription. The subscription titled "One year subscription" will automatically renew in one year for $7.99 USD unless you turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings. Your account may be charged as early as 24 hours before the subscription ends. To avoid being charged, you must turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the subscription lapses. The monthly and 6-month pre cool subscriptions do not auto-renew. You can find our end-user license agreement at http://www.porchdog.com/eula.html. You can find the privacy policy for this app at http://www.porchdog.com/app_privacy.html. Copies of both documents can also be found in the app user the pre cool purchase tab. The developer is not affiliated with Airscape Fans. Please contact the developer directly for app support and contact Airscape for fan support.

About

Pentair Pool

Manage your swimming pool system, monitor water chemistry, and receive instant status updates from a single dashboard. Control connected Pentair pool devices remotely for energy efficiency and peace of mind. Receive alerts for equipment or pool conditions to avoid costly service calls.

Highlights
  • Remote pool system control
  • Water chemistry monitoring
  • Instant status updates
  • 24/7 device monitoring
  • Equipment alerts
  • Energy-efficient solutions
Features
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Pentair Home is Now Pentair Pool! It's the same great app with a new name and logo. You'll continue to enjoy the functionality you know and love with a modern, refined look. Your app will continue functioning as it always has — seamlessly and reliably! Rule the Pool with Smart, Connected Pentair Products All in One Place The Pentair Pool app and its range of connected products makes managing your pool easier than ever. Control your swimming pool system, monitor water chemistry, and access instant status updates from one easy-to-use dashboard on your smart device. Enjoy energy-efficient solutions and peace of mind with remote monitoring anytime, anywhere. With the Pentair Pool app, you can: + Receive alerts sent directly to your phone and, if you choose, to your trusted pool professional. + Monitor your connected Pentair pool devices remotely, 24/7, to ensure peak performance. + Easily see when equipment or pool conditions need attention to avoid unnecessary and costly service calls. Compatible Pentair Pool & Spa Products: + IntelliCenter® Pool Control System + IntelliFlo3® Variable Speed & Flow Pump + IntelliVibe Pool & Spa Lights + IntelliSync® Pool Pump Control + ChemCheck® Water Quality Monitoring System + IntelliConnect® Pool Control System + Prowler® 930W Robotic Pool Cleaner + Color Sync™ Controller for Color LED Pool Lights Note: Product alerts, professional connectivity, and features are dependent on user settings and device capabilities. Internet connection, Wi-Fi, and/or Bluetooth® may be required. Some features may not be supported on all smart devices. Terms of Service and Privacy Notice apply.

Screenshots

Airscape WH Fan Controller4 screens
Pentair Pool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Airscape WH Fan Controller at 100% against Pentair Pool's 30%. Airscape WH Fan Controller also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). Pentair Pool's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 13 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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. Airscape WH Fan Controller sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. Pentair Pool asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pentair Pool holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pentair Pool has 25K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of Airscape WH Fan Controller's written reviews are positive against 30% of Pentair Pool's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Airscape WH Fan Controller ships an update every 13 months, Pentair Pool monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Airscape WH Fan Controller versus Pentair Pool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirscape WH Fan ControllerPentair Pool
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (8 ratings)4.7 (25K ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better30.0% of reviews
Number of ratings825K — better
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB149 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperScott LucasPentair, Inc.

Customer experience

Airscape WH Fan Controller

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Pentair Pool

All ratings24,096 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral2.4%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews436 reviews
Positive30.0%
Neutral10.3%
Negative59.6%

Bugs and requests

Airscape WH Fan Controller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Pentair Pool

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Inaccurate sensor readings
  • Scheduling and automation issues
  • Inability to delete or modify existing configurations

Requested features

4 requests
  • More scheduling and automation options
  • Improved integration with other smart home devices
  • Better data visualization and reporting
  • Ability to create user profiles and access controls

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Airscape WH Fan Controller

Subscriptions1
  • One year subscription$7.991 Year
One-time2
  • One month subscription$0.99
  • Six month subscription$4.99
None

Pentair Pool

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Airscape WH Fan Controller free?
Airscape WH Fan Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pentair Pool free?
Pentair Pool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Airscape WH Fan Controller or Pentair Pool?
Pentair Pool is rated higher. Airscape WH Fan Controller averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Pentair Pool averages 4.7 from 25K ratings.
Do Airscape WH Fan Controller or Pentair Pool have ads?
Neither Airscape WH Fan Controller nor Pentair Pool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Airscape WH Fan Controller or Pentair Pool?
Airscape WH Fan Controller ships an update every 13 months, and Pentair Pool monthly. Most recently, Airscape WH Fan Controller was updated on November 2, 2026 and Pentair Pool on November 11, 2026.

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