Comparison

LOCKLY® vs Rheem EcoNet

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

Head to head
About

LOCKLY®

Manage your older Lockly smart locks and safes. Remotely control access, generate temporary codes, and monitor activity logs. Integrates with voice assistants for convenient, hands-free operation.

Highlights
  • Remote lock/unlock
  • Offline Access Codes™
  • Activity log viewing
  • Voice assistant integration
  • Guided device setup
Features
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Legacy Support for Classic Lockly Devices​ This app supports earlier Lockly smart locks and smart safes. It’s the reliable companion for your existing devices.​ Remote Control – Lock or unlock doors remotely, check status and receive notifications.​ Share Access Easily – Create temporary or permanent Offline Access Codes™ and eKeys for family and visitors.​ View Activity Logs – Track who comes and goes with comprehensive entry history.​ Voice Assistant Integration – Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands‑free control.​ Simple Setup – Pair your Lockly devices quickly using the app’s guided steps.​ Have a Zeno Series, Lockly Styla or Secure Pro 2025 Edition? Unlock live video, facial recognition and Apple Home Key capabilities by downloading our new Lockly Home app—designed to bring you the next generation of smart‑access solutions.​ Note: Feature availability varies depending on your Lockly model; consult your product documentation for details.​ Subscription Plans: 1 lock subscription per month $2.00 / month / 1 Lock 2 lock subscription per month $4.00 / month / 2 Locks 3 lock subscription per month $6.00 / month / 3 Locks 4 lock subscription per month $8.00 / month / 4 Locks 5 lock subscription per month $10.00 / month / 5 Locks 1 lock subscription per year $19.00 / year / 1 Lock 2 lock subscription per year $38.00 / year / 2 Locks 3 lock subscription per year $57.00 / year / 3 Locks 4 lock subscription per year $76.00 / year / 4 Locks 5 lock subscription per year $95.00 / year / 5 Locks *The auto-renewal subscription service provides you with Lockly Tapcom's unlocking and audio/video call privileges.The subscription service provides you with unlimited storage. The auto-renewal date will be one month or one year from the subscription date (your choice). When the current subscription period ends, you will be automatically charged. After subscribing, you cannot cancel the current subscription within 24 hours before the auto-renewal date, until the next subscription period begins. You can change this setting by going to your "Account Settings. Terms of Use: https://lockly.com/pages/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://lockly.com/pages/privacy-policy

About

Rheem EcoNet

Manage your home's heating, cooling, and hot water systems remotely. Optimize energy usage, set custom schedules, and receive important alerts for maintenance and system performance. This app helps homeowners save on utility bills and maintain ideal comfort levels.

Highlights
  • Smart HVAC control
  • Water heater monitoring
  • Energy consumption tracking
  • Customizable schedules
  • Maintenance alerts
  • Remote system access
Features
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EcoNet®: Smart Control for Your Home’s Comfort Take complete control of your home’s comfort and energy efficiency. EcoNet provides seamless smart control over your HVAC and water heaters from the Rheem family of brands (Rheem, Ruud, Friedrich, Richmond, Sure Comfort, Russell by Rheem, Durastar). Experience the convenience of managing your home’s climate and hot water needs right from your smartphone. Features: - Smart Control: Easily adjust your heating and cooling settings to maintain the perfect indoor climate. - Smart Monitoring: Monitor and control your water heater’s performance for optimal efficiency and comfort. - Smart Savings: Track your energy consumption and receive tips to improve efficiency and save on utility bills. - Utility Programs: Enroll in utility programs in your area to maximize your savings. - Custom Schedules: Set personalized schedules for your HVAC and water heater to match your lifestyle and maximize energy savings. - Alerts & Notifications: Get real-time alerts and notifications for maintenance reminders, system updates, and potential issues. Quickly share these alerts with your contractor when contact info added at account creation. - Remote Access: Control your home’s systems from anywhere, ensuring comfort and peace of mind whether you’re at home or away. Download EcoNet today and transform the way you manage your home’s comfort and efficiency!

Screenshots

LOCKLY®4 screens
Rheem EcoNet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rheem EcoNet at none against LOCKLY®'s 11. LOCKLY®'s advantage is review sentiment (47% vs 15%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. LOCKLY® sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Rheem EcoNet asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for LOCKLY® against 4.4 for Rheem EcoNet. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8K and 16K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 47% of LOCKLY®'s written reviews are positive against 15% of Rheem EcoNet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LOCKLY® ships an update monthly, Rheem EcoNet every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
LOCKLY® versus Rheem EcoNet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLOCKLY®Rheem EcoNet
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (8K ratings) — better4.4 (16K ratings)
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews — better14.7% of reviews
Number of ratings8K16K — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.4 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size207 MB60 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPIN GENIE LIMITEDRheem Manufacturing Company

Customer experience

LOCKLY®

All ratings8,017 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.4%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews213 reviews
Positive47.4%
Neutral15.0%
Negative37.6%

Rheem EcoNet

All ratings15,207 ratings
Positive84.0%
Neutral3.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews655 reviews
Positive14.7%
Neutral12.5%
Negative72.8%

User reviews

LOCKLY®

From 8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and easy setup
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 👍 Convenient fingerprint access
  • 👍 Helpful customer support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
  • 🔋 Short battery life
  • 👎 Unreliable app performance
  • 👎 Difficult to use interface

Rheem EcoNet

From 16K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Useful for monitoring energy usage
  • 👍 Improved app UI in recent update
  • 🚀 Reliable connection after update

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Scheduling issues and unreliable
  • 🐛 Home/away mode not functioning properly
  • 🐛 Connectivity problems after app updates
  • 🐛 Clunky and unintuitive user interface
  • 🐛 Missing key information like current water temperature

Bugs and requests

LOCKLY®

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App frequently loses connection to the lock
  • Fingerprint reader not always responsive
  • Inconsistent behavior when manually locking/unlocking the door
  • Firmware updates causing issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for Apple HomeKit and other smart home integrations
  • Improve notification and log features
  • Allow multiple admin users for shared homes
  • Implement scheduling and automation options

Rheem EcoNet

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Schedule resets or stops working randomly
  • App disconnects from water heater frequently
  • Vacation/away mode settings not saving properly
  • Inability to log in or create account

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to view current water tank temperature
  • Improve scheduling functionality and reliability
  • Provide more detailed usage data and analytics
  • Allow custom temperature settings for away/vacation mode

In-app purchases

11 purchases

LOCKLY®

Subscriptions11
  • 1 lock subscription per month$2.001 Month
  • 2 lock subscription per month$4.001 Month
  • 3 lock subscription per month$6.001 Month
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  • 4 lock subscription per month$8.001 Month
  • 5 lock subscription per month$10.001 Month
  • 1 lock subscription per year$19.001 Year
  • 2 lock subscription per year$38.001 Year
  • 3 lock subscription per year$57.001 Year
  • 4 lock subscription per year$76.001 Year
  • 5 lock subscription per year$95.001 Year
  • 5 locks subscription per year$119.991 Year
None

Rheem EcoNet

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LOCKLY® free?
LOCKLY® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rheem EcoNet free?
Rheem EcoNet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LOCKLY® or Rheem EcoNet?
LOCKLY® is rated higher. LOCKLY® averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8K ratings, while Rheem EcoNet averages 4.4 from 16K ratings.
Do LOCKLY® or Rheem EcoNet have ads?
Neither LOCKLY® nor Rheem EcoNet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LOCKLY® or Rheem EcoNet?
LOCKLY® ships an update monthly, and Rheem EcoNet every 5 weeks. Most recently, LOCKLY® was updated on October 30, 2026 and Rheem EcoNet on October 30, 2026.

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