Comparison

EcoStream vs Forest Connect

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

Head to head
About

EcoStream

Features
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A revolutionary, intelligent and modular balanced ventilation system that takes advantage of heat recovery, that is what the BUVA EcoStream heat recovery unit is all about. The EcoStream app enables extensive control of the heat recovery unit. The app is equipped with an installer mode for setting up, adjusting and maintaining the EcoStream. In the user mode, a schedule can be programmed with a specific ventilation level per day and time. The resident can also check the air quality and the operation of the heat recovery unit. The EcoStream is part of the BUVA homecare systems. INSTALLER MODULE - Very user-friendly installer module - Separately adjust the input and output quantities - Set and adjust the ventilation levels - Airflow calibration of the minimum and maximum quantities - Modulating bypass adjustment and control - Easy adjustment of the BUVA EcoStream heat recovery unit - Helps establish the optimum setting for good air quality in the home - App indicates which maintenance is needed - Service department can watch in real time after approval of the resident - Automatic problem detection - Send and clean log files USER MODULE - Clear and easy to use app for residents - View the air quality and ventilation level at a glance - The heat recovery unit operates completely autonomously, but can easily be overruled via the app - Adjust ventilation level - Programme schedule - View filter status - Guarantees a healthy, comfortable and sustainable indoor climate REQUIREMENTS - BUVA EcoStream heat recovery unit - BUVA EcoStream app - WiFi connection Curious about other BUVA homecare systems products? Take a look at buva.nl or contact us at 0180 69 7500 or info@buva.nl.

About

Forest Connect

Control your smart curtains and other connected devices remotely. Set up custom routines and scenes for automated operation, and easily share access with family members. Integrates with lighting and alarm systems for a comprehensive smart home experience.

Highlights
  • Remote curtain control
  • Multiple device management
  • Customizable routines and scenes
  • Family sharing for control
  • Integration with other smart devices
  • Easy setup and connection
Features
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Experience luxury and get the most out of your Forest Shuttle system by controlling your curtains with the Forest Connect App. Open or close your curtains remotely (even when you are at work or on vacation) and discover very useful features of the Forest Connect App. Use the Forest Connect App to set up and operate your Forest Shuttle and set up your favorite routines. With Forest Connect App you launch your drapery into the world of the Internet Of Things, in which you can control your curtains by using your mobile device. Key features: • Control your Forest Shuttle from anywhere • Add and control multiple Forest Shuttle Systems with one App • Multiple routines or scenes can be set. Program your curtains so that they close when it gets dark outside that they open when it becomes light outside. • Invite family members with one tap to enable shared control • Simply add and connect other smart devices within the App and control them via routines or scenes. For example: lighting and alarm systems. • Easily and quickly connect Forest Connect App to a Forest Shuttle System Requirements: • The Forest Connect App can only be used with a Forest Shuttle (S, M, L) in combination with the WiFi function.

Screenshots

EcoStream4 screens
Forest Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Forest Connect at every 9 months against EcoStream's every 19 months. Forest Connect also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EcoStream ships an update every 19 months, Forest Connect every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
EcoStream versus Forest Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEcoStreamForest Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 19 monthsEvery 9 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB196 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBUVAForest Group (Nederland) B.V.

In-app purchases

None

EcoStream

No in-app purchases

None

Forest Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EcoStream free?
EcoStream is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Forest Connect free?
Forest Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EcoStream or Forest Connect have ads?
Neither EcoStream nor Forest Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EcoStream or Forest Connect?
EcoStream ships an update every 19 months, and Forest Connect every 9 months. Most recently, EcoStream was updated on October 5, 2026 and Forest Connect on October 11, 2026.

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