Comparison

fanSync WiFi vs Falconry Games

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

Falconry Games

Features
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Falconry Games is a comprehensive gaming platform that connects tabletop and trading card game enthusiasts with local game stores, events, and the gaming community. Users can discover nearby gaming stores, join tournaments, browse and purchase gaming products. The platform features event management, store locators, product marketplaces, and tools to enhance the tabletop gaming experience. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://falconrygames.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

fanSync WiFi3 screens
Falconry Games3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: fanSync WiFi at none against Falconry Games's 3. fanSync WiFi also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Falconry Games's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads 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. Falconry Games sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. fanSync WiFi asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

fanSync WiFi ships an update every 4 months, Falconry Games every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
fanSync WiFi versus Falconry Games: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterfanSync WiFiFalconry Games
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.4 (58 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews10.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings58 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFanimation, INC.Falconry Games, LLC

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

Falconry Games

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

fanSync WiFi

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Falconry Games

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Member$4.991 Month
  • Elite Member$8.991 Month
  • LGS Professional$49.991 Month

Questions

Is fanSync WiFi free?
fanSync WiFi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Falconry Games free?
Falconry Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do fanSync WiFi or Falconry Games have ads?
Neither fanSync WiFi nor Falconry Games shows ads.
Which is updated more often, fanSync WiFi or Falconry Games?
fanSync WiFi ships an update every 4 months, and Falconry Games every 3 weeks. Most recently, fanSync WiFi was updated on October 24, 2026 and Falconry Games on October 28, 2026.

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