Danby vs Willowbrae Braeview
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Danby
Manage your home appliances remotely from anywhere. This app allows for voice control, device interworking based on conditions, and easy sharing with family members, all while providing real-time safety alerts.
- Remote appliance control
- Voice control (Amazon Echo, Google Home)
- Device interworking automation
- Family device sharing
- Real-time safety alerts
- Control multiple devices
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Danby Smart. Smart life, smart living • Remotely control home appliances from anywhere • Add and control multiple devices at once with one App • Voice control via Amazon Echo and Google Home • Interworking of multiple smart devices. Devices automatically start/stop working based on temperature, location and time. • Easily share devices among family members • Receive real-time alerts to ensure safety
Willowbrae Braeview
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Braeview is a secure mobile application designed for parents and staff of Willowbrae Academy childcare centres. The app provides controlled access to facilities and allows users to securely view and manage entry through an integrated video doorbell system. Access is restricted to authorized users only. Key Features: Mobile QR Code Access Generate a secure QR code for building entry Scan at authorized access points Designed for safe and controlled facility access Video Doorbell & Remote Entry View live video of visitors at the door Communicate and verify identity Remotely unlock doors when appropriate Security & Access Control: Restricted to authorized parents and staff Secure login required Encrypted communication and data transmission
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Willowbrae Braeview at every 10 days against Danby's every 13 months. 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.
Danby ships an update every 13 months, Willowbrae Braeview every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Danby | Willowbrae Braeview |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (80 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 17.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 80 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Danby Products Limited | VisiontechConsulting |
Bugs and requests
Danby
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes when selecting device
- Scheduled tasks not executing properly
- Incorrect outdoor temperature display
- Frequent app logout issues
Requested features
4 requests- Integration with Alexa and Google Home
- Ability to set custom temperature ranges
- Improved scheduling functionality
- Notification settings for when unit is full or needs maintenance
Willowbrae Braeview
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Danby
No in-app purchases
Willowbrae Braeview
No in-app purchases
