iCOMM Connectivity vs iFLO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iCOMM Connectivity
Remotely manage compatible water heaters with this app. Monitor temperature, operating modes, and receive diagnostic notifications. Optimize energy usage by aligning with utility programs.
- Remote water heater management
- Temperature and mode control
- Diagnostic fault notifications
- Utility program alignment
- Easy setup process
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With options to control temperature and operating mode, the iCOMM™ Mobile App is designed for: A. O. Smith, State, American, Lochinvar, and Reliance water heaters. It features the iCOMM™ connectivity platform, the latest technology for remote water heater management. Through an easy setup process, connect all your iCOMM™ enabled water heaters to the app. Once connected, you’ll gain access to diagnostic fault notifications, settings for your water heaters and much more. Designed for Homeowners & Professionals iCOMM™ Connectivity Platform Stay connected to your water heater. Monitor temperature, schedules and more with peace of mind and total control. Operation Mode Choose your ideal operating mode, depending on how you use your water heater. Demand Response and Time-of-Use Alignment Align your water heater to your utility company’s Demand Response or Time-of-Use programs rate plans through the app to save energy.
iFLO
Proactively maintain your HVAC system to prevent clogs, backups, and water damage. This smart device uses AI and custom schedules based on your climate to keep your AC running efficiently, saving you time and money.
- Automated drain line cleaning
- AI-powered weather-based maintenance
- Customizable maintenance schedules
- Real-time device monitoring
- Timely notifications and reminders
- Easy app-guided installation
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iFLO™ Smart HVAC Automated Drain Line Cleaner is the easiest way to proactively maintain your AC and protect your home against AC clogs, backups, shutdowns, leaks, and water damage — saving homeowners time and money while keeping ACs running at peak performance. The newest innovation in HVAC since the smart thermostat, iFLO™ is the only IoT device of its kind on the market. Stay in Control with the iFLO App • Quick & Easy Install: The iFLO™ device takes just a few minutes to install thanks to the iFLO™ mobile app, which features a step-by-step setup guide, and interactive how-to videos. • Dynamic AI-Powered AC Maintenance: The iFLO™ app uses geolocation, allowing your device to harness powerful, reactive artificial intelligence that automatically senses changes in the typical weather patterns of your region. • Custom Maintenance Schedule: The iFLO™ operates on a custom maintenance schedule tailored to your needs. It works based on your regional climate and dispenses the proprietary solution according to temperature, humidity, and seasonal weather patterns. • 24/7 Premium Support: iFLO™ customers will be able to access our 24/7/365 support team. Available through live chat and real-time support lines. • All Your Devices, All Your Homes. All in One Place: Our user-friendly dashboard makes it convenient to monitor the status of all your iFLO™ devices in one place. • Timely Notifications & Reminders: Receive real-time alerts if your iFLO™ device goes offline, is low on battery, when you are due for a refill, or if the iFLO™ bottle is removed. • iFLO Subscription: Easily manage your iFLO™ subscription from within the app. Add auto-ship for new locations, payment information, and even purchase new devices—all from directly within the iFLO™ app. How Does iFLO Work? • Automatic Hassle-Free Operation • Custom Maintenance Schedule • Proprietary Formula • AI-Powered • Reliable Protection You Can Count On
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: iFLO at 3.1 against iCOMM Connectivity's 1.2. iFLO also leads on review sentiment (30% vs 3%) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). iCOMM Connectivity's advantage is monetization model (free vs subscription) and ratings volume (398 vs 97). 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.
iFLO holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 1.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 398 and 97 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 3% of iCOMM Connectivity's written reviews are positive against 30% of iFLO's.
iCOMM Connectivity ships an update every 3 months, iFLO every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iCOMM Connectivity | iFLO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.2 (398 ratings) | 3.1 (97 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 3.2% of reviews | 30.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 398 — better | 97 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | A. O. Smith | Air Innovations |
Customer experience
iCOMM Connectivity
iFLO
Bugs and requests
iCOMM Connectivity
Reported bugs
19 issues- App loses water heater registration without warning
- QR code scanner fails to recognize valid codes
- Manual serial number entry rejected despite correct input
- Session expires within 15-30 seconds of login
- App crashes when attempting to set schedules
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- Service outage messages persist for weeks
- App forgets user credentials between sessions
- Bluetooth connection fails despite device visibility
- Graph/trend plotting broken after updates
- Hot water availability gauge displays incorrect information
- App freezes on splash screen with no error message
- Temperature changes in app don't reflect on actual heater
- Dirty air filter alerts don't clear after cleaning
- App doesn't update when switching between other applications
- Registration process fails with 'unexpected error' messages
- App incompatible with 5GHz WiFi networks
- Latest version broke daily usage graph functionality
- Temperature range artificially lowered without user consent
- App won't open after iOS/system updates
Requested features
17 requests- Real-time current water temperature display
- Hourly energy usage breakdown (not just daily/monthly)
- Simple on/off scheduling by time of day
- Temperature scheduling for specific times
- Data export capability
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- Persistent login sessions without forced logouts
- Instant power consumption readings
- Estimated time to reach target temperature
- Leak detection alerts and notifications
- Integration with smart home platforms (Apple Home, SmartThings)
- Better QR code scanning with modern camera support
- In-app contact/support messaging
- Ability to control heater without physical access for setup
- Comparison of usage across different time periods
- Detailed telemetry and diagnostic information
- Automatic schedule adjustments based on utility rates
- Current heating element status display
iFLO
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iCOMM Connectivity
No in-app purchases
iFLO
No in-app purchases
