Fridge Manager vs EcoNet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fridge Manager
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This app offers a convenient way to manage your fridge. - You can add an item and check your items at the Calendar tab. - Feel free to update your item anytime at My Fridge tab. - Customize widget at the Settings tab and check the items easily. - Notification will remind you during warning days. Please enjoy!
EcoNet
Manage your home's heating, cooling, and water heater systems remotely. Optimize energy efficiency, track consumption, and set custom schedules for comfort and savings. Receive alerts for maintenance and system updates.
- Smart HVAC control
- Smart water heater monitoring
- Energy consumption tracking
- Custom scheduling
- Remote system access
- Maintenance alerts
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EcoNet®: Smart Control for Your Home’s Comfort Take complete control of your home’s comfort and energy efficiency. EcoNet provides seamless smart control over your HVAC and water heaters from the Rheem family of brands (Rheem, Ruud, Friedrich, Richmond, Sure Comfort, Russell by Rheem, Durastar). Experience the convenience of managing your home’s climate and hot water needs right from your smartphone. Features: - Smart Control: Easily adjust your heating and cooling settings to maintain the perfect indoor climate. - Smart Monitoring: Monitor and control your water heater’s performance for optimal efficiency and comfort. - Smart Savings: Track your energy consumption and receive tips to improve efficiency and save on utility bills. - Utility Programs: Enroll in utility programs in your area to maximize your savings. - Custom Schedules: Set personalized schedules for your HVAC and water heater to match your lifestyle and maximize energy savings. - Alerts & Notifications: Get real-time alerts and notifications for maintenance reminders, system updates, and potential issues. Quickly share these alerts with your contractor when contact info added at account creation. - Remote Access: Control your home’s systems from anywhere, ensuring comfort and peace of mind whether you’re at home or away. Download EcoNet today and transform the way you manage your home’s comfort and efficiency!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: EcoNet at every 5 weeks against Fridge Manager's every 3 months. Fridge Manager's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Fridge Manager ships an update every 3 months, EcoNet every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Fridge Manager | EcoNet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.4 (13K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 15.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 13K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jeongsik Lee | Rheem Manufacturing Company |
Bugs and requests
Fridge Manager
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
EcoNet
Reported bugs
5 issues- Frequent disconnections from Wi-Fi
- Vacation mode not functioning properly
- Schedules not being followed consistently
- Temperature and mode settings not sticking
- Incorrect time zone and date information
Requested features
5 requests- Actual water temperature display
- Customizable scheduling options
- Geofencing with multiple users
- Integration with other smart home platforms
- More detailed energy usage reporting
In-app purchases
Fridge Manager
No in-app purchases
EcoNet
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Fridge Manager free?
Is EcoNet free?
Do Fridge Manager or EcoNet have ads?
Which is updated more often, Fridge Manager or EcoNet?
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