Comparison

fanSync WiFi vs ATU Reports

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

Head to head
About

fanSync WiFi

Control your ceiling fan remotely with this app. It enables WiFi connectivity for your fan, allowing operation from anywhere and integration with voice assistants like Amazon Echo and Google Home. It also supports SmartThings and IFTTT for broader smart home automation.

Highlights
  • Remote fan control
  • WiFi receiver compatibility
  • Voice activation
  • Smart home integration
  • IFTTT support
  • SmartThings integration
Features
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fanSync WiFi by Fanimation. Control your ceiling fan from anywhere using our WiFi receiver accessory sold separately. Control using the fanSync WiFi app as well as via voice activation with compatible devices such as Amazon Echo and Google Home. Also includes IFTTT and SmartThings, which will allow you to integrate with other smart home devices.

About

ATU Reports

Features
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The official mobile app for submitting Aerobic Treatment Unit (ATU) inspection reports to your local health department. Designed for property owners and licensed contractors who maintain ATU septic systems. STREAMLINED REPORTING Say goodbye to paper forms and complicated email submissions. ATU Reports makes it easy to complete your required monthly and semi-annual inspections right from your phone. All reports are automatically sent to the appropriate county health department. KEY FEATURES Monthly Inspections: • Quick 5-minute form completion • Photo documentation with up to 20 images • Digital signature capture • Automatic email delivery to health department • Instant confirmation of submission Semi-Annual Inspections: • Comprehensive 16-point system evaluation • Detailed component inspection checklist • Photo upload for documentation • Professional digital signature • Complete compliance tracking Report Management: • View all your submitted reports in one place • Filter by inspection type (monthly or semi-annual) • Access historical records anytime • Track inspection due dates • Download copies for your records For Contractors: • Submit reports on behalf of clients • Track affiliate earnings and referrals • Manage multiple properties • Professional reporting interface • Commission tracking dashboard WHO NEEDS THIS APP This app is for property owners who have an Aerobic Treatment Unit (ATU) septic system installed on their property. ATU systems require regular inspections to ensure proper operation and environmental compliance. You need this app if: • Your property has an ATU septic system • You're required to submit monthly inspection reports • You need to complete semi-annual professional inspections • You're a licensed contractor servicing ATU systems • You manage multiple properties with ATU systems COMPLIANCE MADE EASY Meeting your inspection requirements has never been simpler: 1. Open the app and log in with your account 2. Select Monthly or Semi-Annual inspection 3. Fill out the inspection form 4. Add photos of your system components 5. Sign digitally 6. Submit - your health department receives it instantly Reports are automatically stored in your account for future reference, and you'll receive email confirmation of each submission. SECURE & RELIABLE • SSL encrypted data transmission • Secure user authentication • Privacy-protected personal information • Cloud backup of all reports • 24/7 access to your records SUPPORT Need help? Visit aerobictreatmentunits.com for: • Setup instructions • Troubleshooting guides • Contact information • Frequently asked questions • System maintenance tips REQUIREMENTS • Active account on aerobictreatmentunits.com • Property with registered ATU system • Valid email address for notifications

Screenshots

fanSync WiFi3 screens
ATU Reports4 screens

Verdict

The call

fanSync WiFi and ATU Reports are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
fanSync WiFi versus ATU Reports: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterfanSync WiFiATU Reports
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.4 (21 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews10.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings21 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFanimation, INC.Stephen McCrory

Bugs and requests

fanSync WiFi

Reported bugs

64 issues
  • Unable to connect to fans
  • App refuses to find fans
  • Unable to re-pair or share from old phone
  • Sync to WiFi goes offline
  • Unable to dim bulbs
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  • Won't log in
  • Keeps de-syncing with Alexa
  • App regularly doesn't work well
  • App doesn't work with specific fan models (Hugh fan)
  • Controls won't work when app is not working
  • Slider goes back to original position
  • Button click doesn't turn on fan
  • Doesn't work with Apple HomeKit
  • Can't log in
  • App gives incorrect password/login message
  • Installation process antiquated and error-prone
  • App just sits there after entering credentials
  • No reason to lock behind a login
  • App takes longer than expected
  • Fan stopped connecting to WiFi
  • App not connecting
  • App says connecting forever
  • App is super laggy
  • App doesn't show actual fan status
  • App depends on remote service which goes down
  • Fan stops connecting to WiFi
  • App just says 'Connecting...'
  • App takes 3-4+ attempts to connect
  • Takes 5 minutes to turn off fan
  • Fan doesn't turn off when app says it did
  • Fan doesn't connect to WiFi
  • App crashes the second it opens
  • App won't load or open
  • Fan dropped off WiFi
  • Fan disabled from Alexa
  • App won't open
  • Loses sync after power outage
  • Bedroom fan randomly turns off
  • App gets confused by daylight saving time
  • App won't launch
  • App asks to login monthly
  • App only works with 2GHz WiFi
  • App is buggy
  • App doesn't work at all
  • App rarely finds fan
  • Controls and commands don't register
  • App repeatedly errors out
  • App loses control of fan
  • App won't reconnect
  • App displays quick black banners about connection
  • Connection timeout error
  • App is out of date but no update available
  • Requires internet to work
  • No local device control
  • Loses sync with fan often
  • No WiFi hotspot to connect to
  • Phone can't find fan
  • No instructions on pairing mode
  • Family sharing feature doesn't work
  • Error message when sharing link
  • App is too bulky
  • Group mode still shows individual fans
  • App doesn't let you change fan order
  • To sync with Alexa, need to remove and re-add skill

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add winter/summer button for fan direction
  • Remember last fan direction setting
  • Add sunrise/sunset times for scheduling
  • Add HomeKit support
  • Create custom preset settings
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  • Improve app interface
  • Add widget for iOS

ATU Reports

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

fanSync WiFi

No in-app purchases

None

ATU Reports

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is fanSync WiFi free?
fanSync WiFi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ATU Reports free?
ATU Reports is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do fanSync WiFi or ATU Reports have ads?
Neither fanSync WiFi nor ATU Reports shows ads.

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