# Vivint vs Whirlpool

The clearest difference is monetization model: Whirlpool at free against Vivint's free with in-app purchases. Whirlpool also leads on iOS requirement (16.1 vs 18.0). Vivint's advantage is ratings volume (860K vs 27K) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Vivint against 4.7 for Whirlpool. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vivint has 860K ratings behind it against 27K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 22% and 22% positive.

Vivint ships an update fortnightly, Whirlpool every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vivint | Whirlpool |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (860K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vivint/id734547946/reviews) | **[4.7 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whirlpool/id1011622189/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **860K** | 27K |
| Positive reviews | 21.7% of reviews | **22.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#98** | — |
| Size | 502 MB | 230 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vivint](https://appshunter.io/developer/469231043) | [Whirlpool Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/448918053) |

## What reviewers say

### Vivint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vivint/id734547946)

**Currently charting:** #98 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your entire smart home ecosystem from a single application. Control security systems, cameras, locks, lighting, and thermostats remotely. Receive real-time alerts for enhanced home safety and energy efficiency.

**Highlights:** Arm/disarm security system, Remote camera viewing and recording, Two-way talk with doorbell camera, Smart lock control, Thermostat and lighting management, Customizable automation rules, Real-time alerts and notifications

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use app
- 🔒 Provides good security and peace of mind
- 📽️ Clear and reliable camera footage
- 🔔 Helpful doorbell and motion detection features
- 🔌 Integrates well with smart home devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and connectivity issues
- 🕰️ Slow camera loading and video playback
- 📉 Declining app performance over time
- 🔍 Unreliable motion detection and recording
- 🤖 Poor customer service and technical support

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and fails to load cameras
- Cameras frequently go offline unexpectedly
- Alarm system triggers false alarms
- Sync issues between app, panel, and devices
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS/Android versions

**Requested features**

- Add landscape mode support for tablets
- Improve customization options for alerts and notifications
- Integrate with more smart home platforms
- Provide better video storage and playback capabilities
- Enhance two-way audio functionality


### Whirlpool

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whirlpool/id1011622189)

Control and monitor your smart kitchen and laundry appliances remotely. Get real-time updates, helpful tips, and voice control for hands-free operation. Streamline meal prep and laundry tasks with guided cooking and custom cycle downloads.

**Highlights:** Remote appliance control, Real-time notifications, Voice control integration, Guided cooking with Yummly, Scan-to-Cook technology, Downloadable wash cycles, Customizable cycle creation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Remote control of appliances
- 📢 Notifications for cycle completion
- 💡 Cooking/recipe features
- 👍 Convenient laundry management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app crashes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 🔁 Frequent need to re-enable remote access
- 👎 Confusing and unintuitive user interface
- 🕰️ Lack of real-time cycle status updates

**Reported bugs**

- App login issues and frequent sign-outs
- Inconsistent behavior after software updates
- Inability to maintain Wi-Fi connection to appliances

**Requested features**

- Integration with smart home platforms (e.g., Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant)
- Ability to control appliances remotely without manual enablement
- More detailed cycle status and time remaining information
- Improved multi-user support and family sharing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vivint free?

Vivint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Whirlpool free?

Whirlpool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Vivint or Whirlpool?

Whirlpool is rated higher. Vivint averages 4.6 out of 5 from 860K ratings, while Whirlpool averages 4.7 from 27K ratings.

### Do Vivint or Whirlpool have ads?

Neither Vivint nor Whirlpool shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Vivint or Whirlpool?

Vivint ships an update fortnightly, and Whirlpool every 5 weeks. Most recently, Vivint was updated on September 25, 2026 and Whirlpool on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*