Comparison

Maytag vs Whisker

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

Head to head
About

Maytag

Control and monitor your Maytag smart washer or dryer remotely. Optimize laundry day with features like remote start, cycle scheduling, and helpful tips for stain removal and appliance troubleshooting.

Highlights
  • Remote start and stop
  • Cycle end notifications
  • Schedule wash cycles
  • Appliance troubleshooting
  • Personalized laundry tips
  • Stain removal guide
  • Assign laundry tasks
Features
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Simplify your everyday household routines with the smart power of the Maytag™ App. Power through your daily tasks with the Maytag™ App by staying in control and efficiently managing your appliances from anywhere with smart features. With Maytag™ Smart Appliances, you can stay on top of tasks with notifications, select custom cycles, and remotely manage with your smartphone or voice commands using a Google Assistant or Alexa-enabled device. Available Features * Real Time Notifications: get notified when a cycle has ended * Favorites: create & save customized cycles * Remote Start: start or stop your appliance from anywhere Laundry Appliances Features * Schedule Wash Cycle: get laundry done on your time by scheduling your wash cycle * Stain Guide: steps to tackle everyday tough stains * Specialty Cycles (select models only): access additional cycles like activewear & sleeping bags(Laundry) * Assign a Task: keep laundry moving through customized texts to family members Kitchen Appliances Features * Smart Presets: simplify mealtime with Smart Presets that automatically set the right temp to saute, simmer, sear and more * Remote Preheat: remotely preheat your oven from your smartphone or tablet so it's ready when you are [PLEASE NOTE] * Some mobile devices and operating systems may not be supported * 2.4GHz router required *Appliances must be set to remote enable. Compatible connected appliance required. Features subject to change. Details & privacy info at maytag.com/connect *Google, Alexa and certain other trademarks are owned by their respective companies. [REQUIRED PERMISSIONS] * Location: find Wi-Fi networks to connect * Bluetooth: allows for easy connection process * Local network: allows for easy connection process [OPTIONAL PERMISSIONS] * Camera: scan QR codes for easy connection process * Notifications: enables multiple app features like Cycle Notifications and Troubleshooting

About

Whisker

Remotely monitor and control your WiFi-enabled pet devices, including litter boxes and feeders. Receive real-time alerts, track usage insights, and manage feeding schedules from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Real-time device alerts
  • Remote control of device functions
  • Usage and feeding insights
  • Flexible feeding schedules
  • Multi-device management
  • Low food and issue notifications
Features
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The Whisker app uses our proprietary WhiskerOS™ software to allow you to remotely monitor and control your WiFi-enabled Whisker device. Use the Whisker app to monitor, control, and get insights from your Whisker devices—including Litter-Robot and Feeder-Robot—anytime, anywhere. Works with Litter-Robot 3 Connect, Litter-Robot 4, Litter-Robot 5, Litter-Robot 5 Pro, Litter-Robot EVO, PetTag, and Feeder-Robot. Litter-Robot features - Real-time alerts: Know when a cycle starts, pauses, or the drawer needs emptying. - Litter & waste status: See litter level and waste drawer status at a glance. - Usage insights: Track trends that help you monitor your cat's routine. - Remote controls: Adjust cycle delay time, lock the control panel, toggle night light, or schedule sleep mode. - Multi-robot support: Set up and manage multiple units in one place. Feeder-Robot features - Flexible schedules: Create and edit feeding schedules from your phone. - Snack on demand: Dispense a snack anytime, wherever you are. - Low-food & issue alerts: Get notified when food is low or if the feeder needs attention. - Feeding insights: View weekly and monthly trends. Setup & requirements - Camera permission for QR code onboarding. - Wi-Fi: Visible, password-protected IPv4 network. All models support 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz is supported on select Pro models only. Use 2.4 GHz for all others. - Location Services: Enable during onboarding to help the app find your Wi-Fi network. Features may vary by device and model.

Screenshots

Maytag4 screens
Whisker4 screens

Verdict

The call

Maytag and Whisker both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 52% of Whisker's written reviews are positive against 30% of Maytag's. Whisker also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (150K vs 46K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Maytag against 4.8 for Whisker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 46K and 150K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of Maytag's written reviews are positive against 52% of Whisker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Maytag ships an update every 2 months, Whisker fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Maytag versus Whisker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMaytagWhisker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (46K ratings)4.8 (150K ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.4% of reviews52.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings46K150K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.115.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB170 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWhirlpool CorporationAutomated Pet Care Products Inc. dba AutoPets

Customer experience

Maytag

All ratings45,531 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.1%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews303 reviews
Positive30.4%
Neutral8.6%
Negative61.1%

Whisker

All ratings150,021 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews1,169 reviews
Positive52.1%
Neutral11.3%
Negative36.6%

User reviews

Maytag

From 46K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient remote control
  • 🔔 Useful notifications
  • 👍 Easy to navigate

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 🔁 Requires repeated reinstallation
  • 💰 Subscription model
  • 🤖 Unreliable app performance

Whisker

From 150K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient, hassle-free
  • 👍 Keeps litter box clean and odor-free
  • 💡 Tracks cat usage and weight
  • 🚀 Saves time and effort

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent false 'drawer full' notifications
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with app
  • 🐛 Sensor malfunctions and interrupted cycles
  • 🔋 Drains phone battery with constant notifications

Bugs and requests

Maytag

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App fails to load appliance information
  • Remote enable feature not working
  • Inconsistent app behavior after updates
  • Registration and login issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to identify which appliance is done
  • Customizable notification options
  • Dual-band WiFi support
  • Improved app stability and reliability

Whisker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App frequently disconnects from litter box
  • App fails to properly register litter box
  • Litter box gets stuck in cleaning cycle

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable cleaning cycle settings
  • Ability to identify which cat used the litter box
  • Improved app stability and responsiveness
  • Better integration with smart home devices

In-app purchases

None

Maytag

No in-app purchases

None

Whisker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Maytag free?
Maytag is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Whisker free?
Whisker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Maytag or Whisker?
Whisker is rated higher. Maytag averages 4.7 out of 5 from 46K ratings, while Whisker averages 4.8 from 150K ratings.
Do Maytag or Whisker have ads?
Neither Maytag nor Whisker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Maytag or Whisker?
Maytag ships an update every 2 months, and Whisker fortnightly. Most recently, Maytag was updated on November 5, 2026 and Whisker on November 5, 2026.

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