Comparison

MyDyson™ vs Whisker

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

Head to head
About

MyDyson™

Control and monitor a range of Dyson home appliances, including vacuums, air purifiers, hair dryers, and lighting. Schedule cleaning, track air quality, access styling guides, and personalize your audio experience. Get expert help and integrate with smart home assistants.

Highlights
  • Schedule and track robot vacuum cleans
  • Monitor air quality and filter life
  • Access hair styling guides and tips
  • Control audio settings and sound exposure
  • Adjust lighting brightness and color temperature
  • Integrate with smart home assistants
Features
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Floorcare Enjoy effortless home cleaning with the Dyson robot or a cordless vacuum. - Schedule and track cleans, choose modes for each room, and set areas to avoid for your robot. - Learn how much dust your robot has removed and view scientific proof of a deep clean. - Access step-by-step guides for setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance to keep your Dyson cordless vacuum and wet floor cleaner in top condition. Compatible with a wide range of Dyson floor care machines, including the Dyson 360 Vis Nav™ robot vacuum, V15™, V8™, V12™, Gen5detect™ vacuum cleaners, and the Wash G1™ wet cleaner. Air treatment Manage your Dyson air purifier, humidifier, and fan to take control of the air quality around you. - Control airflow speed, oscillation, Auto mode, Sleep timer, temperature, and humidity remotely. - Monitor air quality data to track your exposure to pollutants. - Gain insights into your home environment with monthly air quality reports. - Track filter life and receive alerts, to easily order replacements, ensuring your machine performs at its best. Compatible with a wide range of Dyson purifiers, purifying fan heaters, purifying fans, and purifying humidifiers. Hair care Get the most out of your Dyson hair care device with the MyDyson™ app – your must-have companion for effortless and elevated styling. - Watch our styling guides to achieve your desired look with your hair dryer, multi-styler, and straightener. - Create your hair profile to get the best results with i.d. curl™ and for tailored content. - Set up your personalized curling routine to create perfect curls with your Airwrap i.d.™. - Elevate your skills with insider tips from celebrity stylists and our Beauty experts. Connected features, such as i.d. curl™, are available with Airwrap i.d.™. The app also supports styling guides, tailored content, and hair profile for both Airwrap i.d™ and non-connected devices: Airwrap™, Supersonic™, Airstrait™, and Corrale™. Audio Get the app to enjoy the best audio experience with your Dyson headphones - Cycle between Isolation mode, Transparency mode, and Off. - Choose from three equalizer presets to get your perfect sound. - Track your sound exposure or enable the safe volume limiter to look after your hearing. - Discover the full range of ear cushions and outer caps for your Dyson OnTrac™ headphones. Compatible with Dyson OnTrac™ and Dyson Zone™ headphones. Lighting Transform your space with intelligent lighting that adapts to your lifestyle. - Adjust brightness and color temperature settings to create your perfect environment. - Select a preset mode – Relax, Study, and Precision – to match your task, mood, or time of the day. - Set timers and schedules to automatically turn lights on or off. Compatible with Dyson Solarcycle Morph™ desk and Dyson Solarcycle Morph™ floor. More features Build your smart home Connect your Dyson product with Siri, Alexa, and Google Home for seamless integration.* Get help Speak to a Dyson Expert, explore user guides, and solve issues with our troubleshooting tool. Be the first to find out Get notified about special offers, launches, and events before anyone else. Please note, some Dyson machines require a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection. Please check specific connection requirements on the Dyson website. If you have any comments you’d like to share on the latest release, you can contact us directly at askdyson@dyson.co.uk. *The functionality of Alexa, Siri, and Google Home may vary depending on the country and product.

About

Whisker

Remotely monitor and control your WiFi-enabled pet devices, including litter boxes and feeders. Receive real-time alerts, track usage insights, and manage schedules from anywhere. Enhance your pet care routine with smart technology.

Highlights
  • Real-time alerts for device status
  • Remote control of device functions
  • Usage insights and trend tracking
  • Flexible feeding schedules
  • Multi-robot management
  • On-demand pet treat dispensing
Features
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Life with your pet, endlessly better. The Whisker app uses our proprietary WhiskerOS™ software to allow you to remotely monitor and control your WiFi-enabled Whisker device. Use the Whisker app to monitor, control, and get insights from your Whisker devices—including Litter‑Robot and Feeder‑Robot—anytime, anywhere. Works with Litter‑Robot 3 Connect, Litter‑Robot 4, Litter‑Robot 5, Litter‑Robot 5 Pro, Litter‑Robot EVO, PetTag, and Feeder‑Robot. Litter‑Robot features • Real‑time alerts: Know when a cycle starts, pauses, or the drawer needs emptying. • Litter & waste status: See litter level and waste drawer status at a glance. • Usage insights: Track trends that help you monitor your cat's routine. • Remote controls: Adjust cycle delay time, lock the control panel, toggle night light, or schedule sleep mode. • Multi‑robot support: Set up and manage multiple units in one place. Feeder‑Robot features • Flexible schedules: Create and edit feeding schedules from your phone. • Snack on demand: Dispense a snack anytime, wherever you are. • Low‑food & issue alerts: Get notified when food is low or if the feeder needs attention. • Feeding insights: View weekly and monthly trends. Setup & requirements • Camera permission for QR code onboarding. • Wi‑Fi: Visible, password‑protected IPv4 network. All models support 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz is supported on select Pro models only. Use 2.4 GHz for all others. • Location Services: Enable during onboarding to help the app find your Wi‑Fi network. • Features may vary by device and model.

Screenshots

MyDyson™4 screens
Whisker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Whisker at 52% against MyDyson™'s 29%. Whisker also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (144K vs 36K). MyDyson™'s advantage is chart position (#91 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, 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

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

Whisker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 36K and 144K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of MyDyson™'s written reviews are positive against 52% of Whisker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyDyson™ ships an update fortnightly, Whisker every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
MyDyson™ versus Whisker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyDyson™Whisker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (36K ratings)4.8 (144K ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.4% of reviews51.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings36K144K — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#91 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size835 MB174 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDyson Inc.Automated Pet Care Products Inc. dba AutoPets

Customer experience

MyDyson™

All ratings35,954 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews1,798 reviews
Positive29.4%
Neutral11.2%
Negative59.3%

Whisker

All ratings143,642 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews1,051 reviews
Positive51.6%
Neutral11.6%
Negative36.8%

User reviews

MyDyson™

From 36K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless app integration
  • 📊 Detailed air quality monitoring
  • 🔧 Customizable settings
  • ⚡️ Responsive remote control
  • 👍 Easy setup and connectivity

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues and app crashes
  • ⚠️ Unreliable air quality data
  • 🔒 Lack of security/privacy controls
  • 💤 Limited scheduling/automation options
  • 🤔 Confusing UI changes

Whisker

From 144K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient, hassle-free
  • 👍 Keeps litter box clean and odor-free
  • 💡 Tracks cat usage and weight
  • 🚀 Saves time and effort

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent false 'drawer full' notifications
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with app
  • 🐛 Sensor malfunctions and interrupted cycles
  • 🔋 Drains phone battery with constant notifications

Bugs and requests

MyDyson™

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to connect devices to app
  • Inconsistent air quality readings
  • Unreliable scheduling and automation
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • Incompatibility with certain WiFi networks

Requested features

5 requests
  • Landscape mode support
  • Improved historical data tracking
  • Customizable air quality alerts
  • HomeKit/Siri integration
  • Ability to control temperature remotely

Whisker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App frequently disconnects from litter box
  • App fails to properly register litter box
  • Litter box gets stuck in cleaning cycle

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable cleaning cycle settings
  • Ability to identify which cat used the litter box
  • Improved app stability and responsiveness
  • Better integration with smart home devices

In-app purchases

None

MyDyson™

No in-app purchases

None

Whisker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MyDyson™ free?
MyDyson™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Whisker free?
Whisker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MyDyson™ or Whisker?
Whisker is rated higher. MyDyson™ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while Whisker averages 4.8 from 144K ratings.
Do MyDyson™ or Whisker have ads?
Neither MyDyson™ nor Whisker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyDyson™ or Whisker?
MyDyson™ ships an update fortnightly, and Whisker every 3 weeks. Most recently, MyDyson™ was updated on September 24, 2026 and Whisker on September 24, 2026.

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