Comparison

Sensi vs PRO1 Connect

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Sensi

Control your home's climate remotely with a smart thermostat. Adjust temperature, set schedules, and receive alerts from anywhere. Integrates with popular smart home platforms for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Remote temperature control
  • 7-day scheduling
  • Usage reports
  • Service reminders
  • Geofencing
  • Smart home integration
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With the Sensi Smart Thermostat, you can enjoy complete control of your home comfort – Anytime. Anywhere. Extensive Compatibility Sensi Smart Thermostats work with HVAC equipment found in most homes*. Check compatibility at sensi.copeland.com/en-us/support/compatibility. Easy to install. Easier to use. Even if you’ve never installed a thermostat, we’ve got you covered. Clearly illustrated, in-app instructions will walk you through each step from start to finish. As soon as you’ve installed and connected your thermostat, the Sensi app serves as an intuitive remote control that lets you set, change and program your home comfort from anywhere. In-App Features: Remote temperature control Flexible 7-day scheduling Usage reports Service reminders Geofencing Auto changeover Circulating fan Humidity control** Temperature limits Smart alerts Local weather Early start A/C protection Keypad lockout Smart home meets smart comfort. Simply pair to the smart home platform of your choice to seamlessly control all of your connected devices. Smart Home Compatible • Amazon Alexa • Google Assistant • Apple HomeKit • SmartThings *Common wire (c-wire) not required for most applications. Does not work with baseboard heat and some other systems. Common wire (c-wire) is required for Apple HomeKit, heat only systems, cool only systems and heat pump systems. **Humidification requires additional equipment and a professional installation is recommended. Dehumidification supported with AC and heat pump systems.

About

PRO1 Connect

Effortlessly manage your home's heating and cooling system. Adjust temperatures, create custom schedules, and monitor your thermostat remotely for ultimate comfort and energy savings. Enjoy peace of mind with professional installation and reliable performance.

Highlights
  • Add and manage thermostats
  • Adjust temperatures remotely
  • Create custom schedules
  • Energy saving features
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Seamless setup process
Features
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Redesigned for ultimate simplicity, efficiency, and control. Easily add and manage your thermostat with a seamless setup process, adjust temperatures through an intuitive interface, and create schedules with just a few taps. Stay connected and comfortable from anywhere, save energy effortlessly, and enjoy complete peace of mind. Elevate your thermostat experience with PRO1 Connect today! Who is PRO1? PRO1 products are designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of your heating and cooling system. Our thermostats and apps are built for ease of use and years of reliable performance. We distribute exclusively through the professional HVAC trade so you can have peace of mind knowing that your thermostat was installed properly by a professional heating and cooling technician.

Screenshots

Sensi4 screens
PRO1 Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: PRO1 Connect at free against Sensi's free with in-app purchases. Sensi's advantage is ratings volume (247K vs 2.3K) and review sentiment (35% vs 19%). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Sensi against 4.5 for PRO1 Connect. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sensi has 247K ratings behind it against 2.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Sensi's written reviews are positive against 19% of PRO1 Connect's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sensi ships an update monthly, PRO1 Connect every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sensi versus PRO1 Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSensiPRO1 Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (247K ratings) — better4.5 (2.3K ratings)
Positive reviews35.5% of reviews — better19.5% of reviews
Number of ratings247K — better2.3K
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCopeland LPPro1

Customer experience

Sensi

All ratings246,247 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews1,077 reviews
Positive35.5%
Neutral6.8%
Negative57.8%

PRO1 Connect

All ratings2,306 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral6.8%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews226 reviews
Positive19.5%
Neutral8.8%
Negative71.7%

User reviews

Sensi

From 247K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fantastic remote control
  • 🔥 Great functionality
  • 👍 Easy installation
  • 💰 Good value
  • ⏱️ Helpful usage tracking

Room to improve

  • 🔌 Frequent disconnections
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 📱 Unintuitive app interface
  • 🌐 Lacks international support
  • 🌡️ Inaccurate humidity readings

PRO1 Connect

From 2.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to set up
  • 👍 Reliable control
  • 💡 Helpful customer support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
  • 🔍 Confusing user interface
  • 🕰️ Slow performance
  • 🔄 Unreliable app updates

Bugs and requests

Sensi

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Thermostat randomly disconnects from WiFi
  • Programmed schedules not being retained
  • Temperature settings not sticking after adjustments

Requested features

5 requests
  • Finer temperature control in Celsius
  • Automatic heating/cooling mode switching based on outdoor temperature
  • More detailed usage reporting
  • Ability to set schedules with shorter intervals
  • Support for multiple user accounts and geofencing

PRO1 Connect

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes when changing temperature
  • Thermostat settings not syncing with app
  • Inability to log in or create account

Requested features

3 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved scheduling capabilities
  • Better integration with smart home platforms

In-app purchases

None

Sensi

No in-app purchases

None

PRO1 Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sensi free?
Sensi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PRO1 Connect free?
PRO1 Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sensi or PRO1 Connect?
Sensi is rated higher. Sensi averages 4.6 out of 5 from 247K ratings, while PRO1 Connect averages 4.5 from 2.3K ratings.
Do Sensi or PRO1 Connect have ads?
Neither Sensi nor PRO1 Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sensi or PRO1 Connect?
Sensi ships an update monthly, and PRO1 Connect every 6 weeks. Most recently, Sensi was updated on November 6, 2026 and PRO1 Connect on November 6, 2026.

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