Comparison

Phyn vs Flo by Moen Property

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

Head to head
About

Phyn

Monitor your home's water usage, detect leaks instantly, and perform plumbing checks to prevent damage. Get pre-freeze warnings and integrate with smart home devices for seamless control. Manage multiple properties from one account.

Highlights
  • Instant leak alerts via SMS/push notifications
  • Plumbing diagnostic checks
  • Detailed daily/monthly water usage tracking
  • Pre-freeze warnings for pipes
  • Smart home integration (Alexa, Google Assistant)
  • Manage multiple properties
  • Automatic and remote water shutoff (Phyn Plus)
Features
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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.

About

Flo by Moen Property

This app connects to a commercial water security system to monitor for leaks and track water usage. It helps property teams protect buildings by alerting them to potential water issues and organizing devices by location.

Highlights
  • Monitor water leaks
  • View water usage
  • Alert property teams
  • Organize devices by region/property/unit
  • Pair smart water shutoff devices
  • Step-by-step pairing instructions
Features
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Meet the Flo by Moen Property pairing app for the Flo by Moen Property Commercial Water Security System. Flo by Moen Property Commercial Water Security System is a subscription-based service for multi-family property teams to monitor for water leaks, view water usage and help protect properties by alerting teams of potential water issues. Organize devices by regions, properties, and units on the Dashboard for Flo by Moen Property Commercial Water Security System. Pair Flo by Moen Smart Water Shutoff to the Property Dashboard using in-app step by step instructions. To learn more, contact your local Moen sales rep.

Screenshots

Phyn4 screens
Flo by Moen Property2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Phyn at 4.7 against Flo by Moen Property's 1.0. Phyn also leads on monetization model (free vs subscription) and ratings volume (2.7K vs 2). 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

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

Phyn holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Phyn has 2.7K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Phyn ships an update every 3 weeks, Flo by Moen Property every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Phyn versus Flo by Moen Property: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhynFlo by Moen Property
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.7K ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews51.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.7K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPHYN LLCFlo Technologies

Customer experience

Phyn

All ratings2,679 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral1.8%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews169 reviews
Positive51.5%
Neutral12.4%
Negative36.1%

Flo by Moen Property

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

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

Flo by Moen Property

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Phyn

No in-app purchases

None

Flo by Moen Property

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Phyn free?
Phyn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flo by Moen Property free?
Flo by Moen Property is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Phyn or Flo by Moen Property?
Phyn is rated higher. Phyn averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while Flo by Moen Property averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Phyn or Flo by Moen Property have ads?
Neither Phyn nor Flo by Moen Property shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Phyn or Flo by Moen Property?
Phyn ships an update every 3 weeks, and Flo by Moen Property every 3 months. Most recently, Phyn was updated on November 6, 2026 and Flo by Moen Property on November 3, 2026.

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