ChromaComfort™ vs EcoNet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ChromaComfort™
Control your smart bathroom fan's LED lighting and fan speed to create a custom ambiance. Set timers, adjust brightness, and choose from a spectrum of colors for a spa-like experience. Connects via Bluetooth to compatible exhaust fans.
- Custom color ambiance
- Adjustable light brightness
- Fan speed control
- Set timers
- Create color scenes
- Bluetooth connectivity
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Using this app with your ChromaComfort exhaust fan you are able to create a custom personal color ambiance in your bathroom or other humidity-prone rooms. Control light settings (colored or white) and brightness, set timers, control the fan, or create scenes with your favorite colors, all this is possible with ChromaComfort™ A spa-like experience is only the tap of your screen away via this Bluetooth™ connected App. Compatible with Broan AER110RGBL, AERN110RGBL, SPK110RGBL, SPKN110RGBL, FG600RGB & FG800RGB for the US. And then AER110RGBLC, AERN110RGBLC, SPK110RGBL, SPKN110RGBL, FG600RGB & FG800RGB for Canada. If you are experiencing any issues with your ChromaComfort™ App please visit https://www.broan-nutone.com/en-us/home/customer-service/chromacomfort-fan-led-light-faq or reach out to our technical support team in the US at 1-800-558-1711 or 1-800-567-3855 in Canada. The customer service team would be happy to help you resolve any issues you have with the App.
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 rating: EcoNet at 4.4 against ChromaComfort™'s 1.9. EcoNet also leads on ratings volume (14K vs 172) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). ChromaComfort™'s advantage is iOS requirement (12.1 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EcoNet holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EcoNet has 14K ratings behind it against 172, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of ChromaComfort™'s written reviews are positive against 15% of EcoNet's.
ChromaComfort™ ships an update every 3 months, EcoNet every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ChromaComfort™ | EcoNet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (172 ratings) | 4.4 (14K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 13.5% of reviews | 15.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 172 | 14K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Broan-NuTone, LLC. | Rheem Manufacturing Company |
Customer experience
ChromaComfort™
EcoNet
User reviews
ChromaComfort™
From 172 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Simple and easy to use app
- 🎨 Variety of color options
- 💡 Useful features like timer and brightness control
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🔌 App not working after updates
- ⚠️ Unreliable device detection
- 🕰️ Timer functionality not working as expected
EcoNet
From 14K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Functional app
- 📊 Useful graphs and data
- 🔒 Resetting password options
- 🕰️ Scheduling and vacation mode
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable connection
- 🚫 Inaccurate power consumption data
- 🤔 Confusing and limited UI
- 🔄 Inconsistent mode changes
- 🔍 Lack of detailed information
Bugs and requests
ChromaComfort™
Reported bugs
4 issues- App unable to detect connected devices
- Frequent disconnections and inability to reconnect
- Inconsistent behavior when changing light settings
- Timer feature not functioning properly
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to rename devices
- Improved Bluetooth pairing and reconnection
- Integration with smart home platforms
- More customization options for lighting
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
ChromaComfort™
No in-app purchases
EcoNet
No in-app purchases
