GrowIt: Vegetable Garden Care

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GrowIt: Vegetable Garden Care

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A weekly roundup of GrowIt: Vegetable Garden Care's key feedback

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Limited Plant Variety

Many users express frustration over the limited variety of plants available in the app, which affects their ability to plan and manage their gardens effectively. Approximately 20% of users mention this issue, indicating a need for a broader plant database to accommodate diverse gardening needs.

The app should have more variety of vegetables to put on the garden planner; I couldn't find turnips or onions.

2

Subscription Transparency

Users are dissatisfied with the lack of upfront information regarding the subscription model, feeling misled by the initial free trial offer. This issue affects about 25% of users, who are surprised by unexpected charges after the trial period.

Advertised as free, but it isn't until after you fill out information before learning this is a seven-day trial and then auto-renewal into a monthly payment.

3

Weather and Watering Inaccuracy

The app's weather integration and watering reminders are often inaccurate, leading to incorrect gardening advice. Around 15% of users report that the app fails to account for local weather conditions, impacting their plant care routines.

The app tells me to water my plants even when it's raining, which doesn't align with my local weather.

4

Connectivity and Functionality Issues

Users frequently encounter connectivity problems and app malfunctions, such as diagnostic tools not working due to supposed internet issues. This affects approximately 10% of users, hindering their ability to fully utilize the app's features.

Every time I try to use the diagnostics on my plants, it says there is no internet connection, even though my connection is fine.

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#1 USERS CHOICE

PlantSnap
PlantSnap receives high praise for its accurate plant identification and user-friendly interface. Users appreciate the app's ability to quickly identify plants and provide detailed information, making it a favorite among gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers. However, some users report occasional inaccuracies and issues with the free version's limitations.

#2 RUNNER UP

GrowIt: Vegetable Garden Care
GrowIt is appreciated for its comprehensive gardening features and ease of use, especially for beginners. Users like the app's reminders and plant care tips, but many express frustration over the subscription model and the app's limitations without payment. Some users also report issues with the plant disease identification feature and connectivity problems.

#3 Straggler

Gardenate
Gardenate is valued for its straightforward approach to gardening, offering useful planting calendars and tips. Users find it helpful for planning and managing their gardens, though some wish for more advanced features and a broader plant database. The app is generally well-received for its simplicity and effectiveness.
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PlantSnap
#1 Users Choice
PlantSnap receives high praise for its accurate plant identification and user-friendly interface. Users appreciate the app's ability to quickly identify plants and provide detailed information, making it a favorite among gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers. However, some users report occasional inaccuracies and issues with the free version's limitations.
GrowIt: Vegetable Garden Care
#2 Runner-up
GrowIt is appreciated for its comprehensive gardening features and ease of use, especially for beginners. Users like the app's reminders and plant care tips, but many express frustration over the subscription model and the app's limitations without payment. Some users also report issues with the plant disease identification feature and connectivity problems.
Gardenate
#3 Straggler
Gardenate is valued for its straightforward approach to gardening, offering useful planting calendars and tips. Users find it helpful for planning and managing their gardens, though some wish for more advanced features and a broader plant database. The app is generally well-received for its simplicity and effectiveness.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Limited Plant Variety
The app's garden planner lacks a comprehensive selection of vegetables, frustrating users who cannot find common plants like turnips and onions. This limitation hinders the app's utility for diverse gardening needs.
I was trying to plan my garden and couldn’t find the turnips I was growing nor onions.
Subscription Transparency
Users are misled by the app's initial free claim, only to discover a mandatory subscription after a 7-day trial. This lack of upfront disclosure about costs leads to dissatisfaction and trust issues.
Advertised as free, but only a 7-day trial before charging.
Weather Integration Issues
The app's weather feature fails to accurately account for local conditions, leading to incorrect watering reminders. This inaccuracy diminishes the app's reliability for users in varying climates.
The app tells me to water my corn every 3 days, but my water meter disagrees.
Device Syncing Limitations
The app cannot be shared across multiple devices, limiting its accessibility for users who manage their gardens from different platforms. This restriction reduces the app's convenience and usability.
Too bad it can’t be shared between devices.
Diagnostic Feature Malfunctions
The plant disease diagnostic tool frequently fails due to connectivity issues, even when users have a strong internet connection. This malfunction undermines the app's promise of effortless disease identification.
Every time I try to use the diagnostics, it says there is no internet connection.
Inadequate Refund Process
Users experience difficulties obtaining refunds after canceling subscriptions, with some being charged unexpectedly. This issue highlights a need for a more transparent and efficient refund policy.
I canceled my free trial and was still charged for a year at $39.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Limited Plant Variety
The app's garden planner lacks a comprehensive selection of vegetables, frustrating users who cannot find common plants like turnips and onions. This limitation hinders the app's utility for diverse gardening needs.
Subscription Transparency
Users are misled by the app's initial free claim, only to discover a mandatory subscription after a 7-day trial. This lack of upfront disclosure about costs leads to dissatisfaction and trust issues.
Weather Integration Issues
The app's weather feature fails to accurately account for local conditions, leading to incorrect watering reminders. This inaccuracy diminishes the app's reliability for users in varying climates.
Device Syncing Limitations
The app cannot be shared across multiple devices, limiting its accessibility for users who manage their gardens from different platforms. This restriction reduces the app's convenience and usability.
Diagnostic Feature Malfunctions
The plant disease diagnostic tool frequently fails due to connectivity issues, even when users have a strong internet connection. This malfunction undermines the app's promise of effortless disease identification.
Inadequate Refund Process
Users experience difficulties obtaining refunds after canceling subscriptions, with some being charged unexpectedly. This issue highlights a need for a more transparent and efficient refund policy.

Quotes of the week

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The app is helpful for beginners like me, but it lacks a comprehensive calendar for all plants. Only about 25% of plants have detailed schedules, which is a shame because the layout is otherwise brilliant.
BennMcGregor
I love the garden bed planner, but the limited variety of vegetables is frustrating. The planning and reminder sections could be more organized.
Aliciahart92
The app is informative and easy to use, but the diagnosis feature often fails due to connectivity issues, even with a strong signal.
Maurice Owens

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The quotes of the week

Hear from some of the most impactful users to drive changes
The app is helpful for beginners like me, but it lacks a comprehensive calendar for all plants. Only about 25% of plants have detailed schedules, which is a shame because the layout is otherwise brilliant.
Candice Wu
App Store
I love the garden bed planner, but the limited variety of vegetables is frustrating. The planning and reminder sections could be more organized.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The app is informative and easy to use, but the diagnosis feature often fails due to connectivity issues, even with a strong signal.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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