X10 WiFi vs Phyn
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
X10 WiFi
This module enables remote control of X10 home automation devices via your home's WiFi network. Manage your X10 devices from any location with internet access, offering convenience and enhanced control.
- WiFi connectivity
- X10 device control
- Remote access
- Internet connection required
- Works with old and new X10 devices
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This is the WM100 WiFi module for X10. This HUB communicates with your homes WiFi router. Control your X10 (both old and new) from anywhere you have an internet connection!
Phyn
Monitor your home's water usage, detect leaks with instant alerts, and run diagnostic checks to prevent costly damage. Get proactive warnings for freezing pipes and integrate with smart home devices for voice control.
- Real-time leak alerts
- Plumbing diagnostic checks
- Water usage tracking
- Pre-freeze warnings
- Smart home integration
- Remote water shutoff (Phyn Plus)
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Phyn lets you speak the language of water. From the free Phyn app you can understand how much water your family uses and where they are using it the most. Get alerted the minute a leak issue occurs and run diagnostic "Plumbing Checks" to proactively catch tiny leaks before they become big problems. PHYN SMART WATER ASSISTANT Leak alerts: SMS and push notifications alert you at the first sign of a possible issue. Take action by connecting to a HomeAdvisor plumber in minutes through the app. Plumbing Checks: Turn off your water at the main and run Phyn’s Plumbing Check feature. In minutes Phyn will detect pinhole leaks and poor seals in your water system. Water Use Plus: Track and view your water use daily and monthly to get ahead of your water costs, and see how your home compares to others. Over time, Phyn learns your system and communicates your water usage down to each fixture. See every water event in your home so you can teach Phyn about your water use. Pre-Freeze Warnings: Phyn’s patented pressure sensing sees the ice crystals forming in your pipes before they have a chance to freeze and burst, giving you precious time to take action and avoid damage. Smart Home Integrated: Use voice commands to learn about your water use. Phyn works seamlessly with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. And with IFTTT you can have Phyn trigger actions with other smart home devices. Manage multiple properties Monitor water use and receive leak alerts for up to 6 properties from one account in the Phyn app. PHYN PLUS SMART WATER ASSISTANT + SHUTOFF Auto and Remote Water Shutoff: After Phyn learns about your home’s water use, it can turn your water off automatically to prevent damage from leaks. You also have the choice to turn your water off yourself via the app, from anywhere. Leak alerts: Phyn constantly monitors your home for leaks and potentially harmful changes in pressure and temperature. As soon as an issue is detected, Phyn sends you SMS and push notifications to tell you what is happening and gives you the power to turn your water off to mitigate water damage. Water Use: Stay ahead of your water bill. Graph views of your monthly, daily and even hourly water use. Water Use Plus: Track and view your water use daily and monthly and see how your home compares to others. Phyn learns about your plumbing system and communicates your water usage to each fixture type (showers, sinks, toilets, etc…). See every water event in your home so you can teach Phyn about your water use. Plumbing Checks: Phyn automatically runs daily diagnostic checks to give you and your plumber insights into your plumbing so that you can ensure that your system is watertight. Smart Home Integrated: Use voice commands to learn about your water use and control your shutoff valve. Phyn works seamlessly with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. And with IFTTT you can have Phyn trigger actions with other smart home devices. Manage multiple properties: Monitor water use and receive leak alerts for up to 6 properties from one account in the Phyn app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Phyn at 4.7 against X10 WiFi's 2.7. Phyn also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and review sentiment (52% vs 28%). X10 WiFi's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Phyn holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Phyn has 2.7K ratings behind it against 66, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of X10 WiFi's written reviews are positive against 52% of Phyn's.
X10 WiFi ships an update every 6 weeks, Phyn every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | X10 WiFi | Phyn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (66 ratings) | 4.7 (2.7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 27.7% of reviews | 52.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 66 | 2.7K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 145 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | X10 | PHYN LLC |
Customer experience
X10 WiFi
Phyn
User reviews
X10 WiFi
From 66 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Long-time X10 users appreciate the app
- 👍 Easy setup for some users
- 👍 Works well with older X10 modules
- 👍 Adds flexibility to classic X10 system
- 👍 Can control devices remotely
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🐛 App not updated for newer iOS
- 🐛 Unreliable performance
- 🐛 Poor customer support
- 🐛 Outdated interface
Phyn
From 2.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Excellent water leak detection
- 📊 Detailed water usage monitoring
- 🔒 Provides peace of mind and home protection
- 💰 Saves money on insurance and repairs
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
- 🔍 Poor water fixture identification
- 🕰️ Frequent app crashes and login issues
- 🤖 Overly aggressive automatic water shutoff
Bugs and requests
X10 WiFi
Reported bugs
25 issues- App doesn't work with newest iOS
- Floodlight not working
- Time changing incorrectly
- Cannot turn lights on/off
- App doesn't sync with internet time
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- QR code scan fails
- App fails to register user
- WM100 not working with iOS 15
- App only supports one X10 Wi-Fi unit per device
- Daylight Savings Time not handled correctly
- Hub WiFi problems, requires re-syncing
- QR code configuration fails on newer iPhones
- Wi-Fi module won't sync with current iPhone software v13
- App no longer registers ON/OFF after firmware update
- Device stopped connecting after a year
- History and data sync only work intermittently
- App will not set up using current operating system
- App unable to identify home WiFi network
- App not seeing SSID for Network
- App doesn't connect to Wi-Fi
- App broken after updating to iOS 11.3
- App will not connect to home system after scanning QR code
- iPad iOS 11.3 sync issues
- Does not work on iPad iOS 11.3
- Sync feature fails and errors out
Requested features
12 requests- Widget companion
- Dark mode support
- Support for newer iOS versions
- Widgets for basic functionality/scenes
- Ability to reorder devices
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- Suspend timers function
- Organize scenes and timers
- HomeKit support
- Local control option
- More sophisticated programming (e.g., brightness levels, timed alarms)
- Integration with other home automation systems (e.g., Wink)
- Temperature control based on local weather
Phyn
Reported bugs
4 issues- App freezes on splash screen
- Inability to clear old notifications
- Inconsistent water flow/pressure readings
- Automatic water shutoff issues
Requested features
4 requests- Export water usage data
- Customizable water usage alerts
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Improved pressure/temperature monitoring
In-app purchases
X10 WiFi
No in-app purchases
Phyn
No in-app purchases









