QuietCool Smart Control vs EcoNet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QuietCool Smart Control
Manage your QuietCool attic fans remotely. Adjust fan speed, set run times, and monitor attic temperature and humidity. Utilize Smart Mode for automated adjustments and create custom presets for effortless control. View detailed analytics on fan performance and environmental conditions.
- Control fan speed
- Set fan run times
- View temperature and humidity
- Enable Smart Mode
- Add custom presets
- View analytics
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The QuietCool Smart Control is the new way to control your QuietCool attic fans. - Control the speed of your attic fan - Control the length of time to run your attic fan - View the Temperature and Humidity levels inside your attic - Enable Smart Mode for automatic speed changes based on attic temperatures - Add presets to your app for easy control of your attic fan - View detailed temperature, humidity, and fan runtime analytics Please note, the Smart Control app is only compatible with attic fans with a QuietCool Smart Control hub installed on your QuietCool attic fan. This will not work with a QuietCool Whole House Fan.
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 review sentiment: QuietCool Smart Control at 39% against EcoNet's 16%. QuietCool Smart Control also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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.
QuietCool Smart Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15K and 13K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of QuietCool Smart Control's written reviews are positive against 16% of EcoNet's.
QuietCool Smart Control ships an update every 2 months, EcoNet every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | QuietCool Smart Control | EcoNet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (15K ratings) — better | 4.4 (13K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 38.7% of reviews — better | 15.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 15K — better | 13K |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 145 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | QC Manufacturing, Inc | Rheem Manufacturing Company |
Customer experience
QuietCool Smart Control
EcoNet
User reviews
QuietCool Smart Control
From 15K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Works smoothly and reliably
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Easy setup and installation
- 👍 No account required
- 🚀 Impressive Bluetooth range
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues after app updates
- 🔒 Limited remote access (Bluetooth-only)
- 🐛 Pairing issues with multiple devices
- 🐛 Bugs with smart mode and temperature settings
- 🐛 Unreliable WiFi connectivity
EcoNet
From 13K 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
QuietCool Smart Control
Reported bugs
4 issues- Firmware updates breaking existing functionality
- Inconsistent behavior with temperature and humidity settings
- Inability to stay connected after pairing a new device
- App failing to recognize the fan after updates
Requested features
6 requests- Add 'Quiet' mode to turn off fan during specified hours
- Integrate with weather data or allow time-of-day control
- Provide temperature/humidity history and trending
- Enable remote monitoring and control via WiFi or internet
- Allow multiple users to control the same fan
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- Add manual override and on/off controls
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
QuietCool Smart Control
No in-app purchases
EcoNet
No in-app purchases
Questions
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