Yale Access vs Hydrawise
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Yale Access
Control and monitor smart locks and safes remotely for enhanced home security. Enjoy keyless entry and peace of mind with convenient access management. Compatible with specific Yale and August smart home products in the US and Canada.
- Remote lock and safe control
- Keyless entry management
- Guest access control
- Activity logs
- Integration with compatible smart locks
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Yale locks using the Yale Access app are supported exclusively in the United States and Canada. Yale Access offers you everyday convenience and trusted security for your entire home through smart security solutions and the Yale Access app. We’re here to help you protect the things that matter the most. Peace of mind is only a tap away. This app is for products available in the U.S. and Canada only. Compatible products include: Yale Assure Locks - Yale Assure Lock with Wi-Fi (YRD2x6-WF1 , YRD2x6-CBA , YRD6x6-WF1 and YRD6x6-CBA) - Yale Assure Lever with Wi-Fi (YRL2x6-WF1 and YRL2x6-CBA) - Yale Assure Lock 2 - All Models (YRD4x0) - Yale Assure Lock for Andersen Doors with Wi-Fi Yale Smart Cabinet Lock Yale Smart Safe Yale Smart Delivery Box August Smart Locks August Smart Keypads Emtek EMPowered Smart Lock
Hydrawise
Optimize your irrigation with intelligent, weather-based watering schedules. This app helps conserve water while ensuring your landscape stays lush and healthy. Manage your system remotely for ultimate convenience and efficiency.
- Predictive Watering based on weather
- Optimized water usage
- Remote irrigation system management
- Enhanced local weather insights
- Lush landscape maintenance
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Elevate Your Irrigation Experience with Hydrawise! Discover the ultimate in irrigation control with the Hydrawise App. Harness the power of Predictive Watering™, fueled by local weather data, to optimise water usage and enhance your landscape's vitality. Key Features: Predictive Watering: Let advanced algorithms adjust schedules based on local weather forecasts, saving water and promoting a thriving landscape. Improved Local Weather Insights: Dive into weather data with enhanced icons and descriptors that make it easier to understand the forecast's impact on your irrigation schedule. Maximise Water Savings: Hydrawise intelligently adapts watering schedules, conserving water without compromising landscape health. Lush Landscapes: Create an environment of beauty and sustainability by tailoring irrigation to your landscape's unique needs. Stay Connected: Never lose touch with your irrigation system — manage it remotely and with ease. Experience the Future of Irrigation: Hydrawise empowers you to take command of your irrigation system like never before. • Embrace the power of Predictive Watering, seamlessly integrating local weather data to optimise water usage. • Cultivate a landscape that flourishes while saving water and effort. • Stay in touch with your irrigation, from anywhere, anytime. Download the app now and embark on a journey to transform your landscape into a masterpiece of efficiency and beauty!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Hydrawise at none against Yale Access's shown. Hydrawise also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Yale Access's advantage is chart position (#201 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Yale Access holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 77K and 67K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Yale Access's written reviews are positive against 39% of Hydrawise's.
Yale Access ships an update fortnightly, Hydrawise every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.
| Parameter | Yale Access | Hydrawise |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (77K ratings) — better | 4.7 (67K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 40.8% of reviews — better | 38.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 77K — better | 67K |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #201 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6.1 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 308 MB | 143 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | August Home, Inc. | Hunter Industries |
Customer experience
Yale Access
Hydrawise
User reviews
Yale Access
From 77K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Convenient keyless entry
- 🔒 Secure lock with fingerprint scanner
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 👍 Great for short-term rentals
- 👍 Responsive and reliable
Room to improve
- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🔋 No battery level indicator
- 🔒 Cannot remove self as guest on others' locks
- 👎 Unreliable auto-lock/unlock feature
- 👎 Poor customer support
Hydrawise
From 67K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Improved performance
- 💡 Useful features like weather-based watering
- 🔒 Secure system
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 👎 Confusing user interface
- 🔍 Difficult to find/access certain features
- 📉 Lack of important functionality from previous app
Bugs and requests
Yale Access
Reported bugs
5 issues- App shows incorrect lock status
- Issues with adding/deleting users
- Connectivity problems between lock and app
- Firmware updates causing functionality issues
- Incompatibility with certain devices/networks
Requested features
5 requests- Add battery level indicator
- Allow users to remove themselves as guests
- Improve auto-lock/unlock functionality
- Provide better integration with smart home platforms
- Enhance app UI and UX
Hydrawise
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes on launch
- Zones not starting as scheduled
- Incorrect flow rate and water usage data
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to pause/resume programs
- Customizable watering schedules
- Improved reporting and historical data
- Easier manual zone control
In-app purchases
Yale Access
No in-app purchases
Hydrawise
No in-app purchases
