Comparison

Malouf Base vs FlexSync

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

Head to head
About

Malouf Base

Control your adjustable bed base with a fresh, modern interface. Manage sleep preferences, utilize partner control, and integrate with Siri Shortcuts for a seamless experience. Compatible with various Structures™ base models.

Highlights
  • Modern user interface
  • Partner Control
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Sleep preference management
  • Dark mode and auto adjust screen settings
  • Compatibility with various base models
Features
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• Fresh design and layout for a completely new user experience • Modern user interface makes it easier to navigate and explore the Malouf® Base app • Now with Partner Control and Siri Shortcuts (iOS 12+ users only) • Compatible with newer and older Structures™ base models (E450, M550, S750, E455, M555, S755) • Updated screen settings include dark mode and auto adjust with sunrise-sunset option • Set up and manage sleep preferences based on bed type (single, split, and split head)

About

FlexSync

Control and customize the power features of your Flexsteel furniture directly from your smartphone or tablet. This app uses wireless connectivity to provide precise digital control over your reclining furniture.

Highlights
  • Manage Flexsteel furniture power features
  • Smartphone and tablet control
  • Wireless connectivity
  • Bluetooth enabled operation
  • Customize reclining furniture
Features
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Introducing FlexSync, the ultimate app for seamlessly managing and customizing your Flexsteel furniture's power features straight from your smartphone or tablet. Harnessing cutting-edge wireless connectivity, FlexSync empowers you to effortlessly interact with your Flexsteel reclining furniture. Simply ensure your mobile device has Bluetooth® enabled, and you're ready to experience the convenience and precision of digital control. Download FlexSync now to unlock a new level of comfort and convenience with your Flexsteel furniture.

Screenshots

Malouf Base4 screens
FlexSync4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Malouf Base at 3.4 against FlexSync's 3.0. Malouf Base also leads on ratings volume (67 vs 13). FlexSync's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 40%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Malouf Base holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Malouf Base has 67 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 40% of Malouf Base's written reviews are positive against 50% of FlexSync's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Malouf Base ships an update every 2 months, FlexSync monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Malouf Base versus FlexSync: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMalouf BaseFlexSync
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (67 ratings) — better3.0 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings67 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCVB incFLEXSTEEL INDUSTRIES,INC.

Customer experience

Malouf Base

All ratings67 ratings
Positive53.7%
Neutral9.0%
Negative37.3%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral13.3%
Negative46.7%

FlexSync

All ratings13 ratings
Positive46.2%
Neutral15.4%
Negative38.5%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative40.0%

Bugs and requests

Malouf Base

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • Alarm not showing as an option
  • Lost presets after updates
  • Connection lost frequently
  • App not responding on Apple Watch
  • Cannot control left side of split head bed
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  • Lost connection with bed after fresh download
  • App not syncing
  • Base not responding after leaving app open
  • Does not work with iPhone
  • Bluetooth not recognized
  • Siri commands rarely work
  • Preset functions not working
  • Incorrect bed models listed
  • Accidentally deleting bed setup
  • Anti-snore feature stopped working
  • Snore detect sporadic
  • Cannot control split Cal King bases simultaneously
  • Alarm function broken via shortcuts
  • Unpairs from bed when app closes or phone sleeps

Requested features

12 requests
  • Add custom presets
  • Control both sides of split king bed separately
  • Integrate with Amazon Echo and Alexa
  • Widget support
  • Weekday/weekend alarm settings
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  • Bed-specific alarms
  • Ability to control vibration via shortcuts
  • Control massage via shortcuts
  • Add missing bed models (e.g., E255, M510)
  • Improve Siri shortcut flexibility for custom presets
  • Fix Apple Watch app functionality
  • Add dark mode

FlexSync

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Malouf Base

No in-app purchases

None

FlexSync

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Malouf Base free?
Malouf Base is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlexSync free?
FlexSync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Malouf Base or FlexSync?
Malouf Base is rated higher. Malouf Base averages 3.4 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while FlexSync averages 3.0 from 13 ratings.
Do Malouf Base or FlexSync have ads?
Neither Malouf Base nor FlexSync shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Malouf Base or FlexSync?
Malouf Base ships an update every 2 months, and FlexSync monthly. Most recently, Malouf Base was updated on September 18, 2026 and FlexSync on September 2, 2026.

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