Half vs EcoNet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Half
Easily determine when to display U.S. and state flags at half-staff. Get immediate status updates, view upcoming half-staff days, and subscribe to notifications for proclamations.
- Real-time U.S. and state flag status
- Calendar of upcoming half-staff days
- Subscribe to U.S. and state notifications
- Track flag status for all 50 states
- Access U.S. flag code and facts
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Properly displaying the flag is a heavy responsibility. Knowing when the flag should be at half-staff can be challenging. The Half-Staff app makes it easy for everyone. Immediately see the current U.S. and state flag status when you launch the app. View the calendar for upcoming half-staff days so you're not caught off guard. You can even subscribe to U.S. and state notifications so you know quickly when half-staff proclamations are given by state governors and the president. Track flag status for the US flag, all 50 US states, District of Columbia and 5 US territories. In addition to tracking half-staff notices, you can review interesting facts about each flag as well as the US flag code.
EcoNet
Manage your home's HVAC and water heater systems remotely for optimal comfort and energy efficiency. Track energy usage, set custom schedules, and receive important alerts for maintenance and potential issues.
- Smart HVAC control
- Water heater monitoring
- Energy consumption tracking
- Custom scheduling
- Remote 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 price: EcoNet at Free against Half's $1.99. EcoNet also leads on ratings volume (14K vs 185). Half's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On rating, 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
EcoNet is free to download; Half costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EcoNet holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EcoNet has 14K ratings behind it against 185, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 10% of Half's written reviews are positive against 15% of EcoNet's.
| Parameter | Half | EcoNet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.2 (185 ratings) | 4.4 (14K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 9.5% of reviews | 15.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 185 | 14K — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aptitude Apps, LLC | Rheem Manufacturing Company |
Customer experience
Half
EcoNet
Bugs and requests
Half
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
Half
No in-app purchases
EcoNet
No in-app purchases
