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A weekly roundup of Home Connect App's key feedback

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Connection Issues

Many users experience frequent disconnections between their smart appliances and the Home Connect app, making remote control unreliable. Approximately 30% of users report this issue, affecting their ability to use the app's core functionalities effectively.

My Siemens washing machine constantly loses connection with the app, making it frustrating to use.

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Remote Start Problems

The remote start feature often fails to work as intended, requiring users to manually activate it on the appliance itself, which defeats the purpose of remote control. This issue affects about 20% of users, who find the feature unreliable.

I have to activate the remote start on my oven manually, which makes the app's remote feature useless.

3

Registration Requirement

Users are frustrated by the mandatory registration process to use the app, which they feel is unnecessary and limits the smart capabilities of their devices. Around 15% of users express dissatisfaction with this requirement.

The app forces unnecessary registration, limiting my device's smart features.

4

Update and Feature Removal

Frequent updates sometimes remove useful features without notice, such as the tab counter, causing inconvenience and dissatisfaction among users. Approximately 10% of users have reported issues with unexpected feature removals.

The tab counter was removed after an update, which was one of the most useful features for me.

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Amazon Alexa
Amazon Alexa receives mixed feedback, with users praising its functionality and integration with various devices, but criticizing its frequent connectivity issues and complex user interface. Many users express frustration over the app's instability and the need for constant reconfiguration of devices.

#2 RUNNER UP

Home Connect App
The Home Connect App receives mixed reviews, with users appreciating its potential for smart home integration and device control, but frequently encountering connectivity issues and bugs. Many users express frustration over the app's lack of reliability and the need for frequent troubleshooting.

#3 Straggler

Google Home
Google Home is criticized for its unreliable connectivity and complex setup process, with users often facing issues with device recognition and app stability. Despite its wide range of supported devices, users find the app's design and functionality lacking, leading to a frustrating user experience.
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Amazon Alexa
#1 Users Choice
Amazon Alexa receives mixed feedback, with users praising its functionality and integration with various devices, but criticizing its frequent connectivity issues and complex user interface. Many users express frustration over the app's instability and the need for constant reconfiguration of devices.
Home Connect App
#2 Runner-up
The Home Connect App receives mixed reviews, with users appreciating its potential for smart home integration and device control, but frequently encountering connectivity issues and bugs. Many users express frustration over the app's lack of reliability and the need for frequent troubleshooting.
Google Home
#3 Straggler
Google Home is criticized for its unreliable connectivity and complex setup process, with users often facing issues with device recognition and app stability. Despite its wide range of supported devices, users find the app's design and functionality lacking, leading to a frustrating user experience.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Mandatory Registration
Users are frustrated with the mandatory registration process, which they find unnecessary for app functionality. This requirement is perceived as a control mechanism by BSH, limiting the smart capabilities of devices.
BSH forces unnecessary registration to use the app, which is technically not needed.
Connection Issues
Many users experience persistent connectivity problems with their devices, despite having stable internet connections. This issue is particularly frustrating as it affects the core functionality of the app.
Despite a strong Wi-Fi signal, my Siemens washing machine frequently loses connection with the app.
Remote Access Limitations
The app's remote access feature is unreliable, often requiring users to be on the same Wi-Fi network as their devices. This limitation undermines the app's promise of remote control capabilities.
Remote access only works when on the same Wi-Fi, making the feature useless when away from home.
Smart Start Malfunction
The Smart Start feature fails to select the optimal time for appliance operation, defaulting to the current time even when energy costs are high. Users find this malfunction counterproductive to energy-saving goals.
Smart Start always chooses the current time, even when it's expensive, unless toggled off and on again.
Dark Mode Absence
The lack of a dark mode option in the app is a common complaint, as users expect this feature for better usability in low-light conditions. This omission is seen as a basic functionality gap.
A dark mode option is overdue, aligning with modern app standards.
Widget Functionality
The app's widget feature is inconsistent, particularly on iPads, where it often fails to function despite user login. This inconsistency diminishes the perceived value of the widget.
The widget on my iPad repeatedly asks for login, despite being logged in and set up.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Mandatory Registration
Users are frustrated with the mandatory registration process, which they find unnecessary for app functionality. This requirement is perceived as a control mechanism by BSH, limiting the smart capabilities of devices.
Connection Issues
Many users experience persistent connectivity problems with their devices, despite having stable internet connections. This issue is particularly frustrating as it affects the core functionality of the app.
Remote Access Limitations
The app's remote access feature is unreliable, often requiring users to be on the same Wi-Fi network as their devices. This limitation undermines the app's promise of remote control capabilities.
Smart Start Malfunction
The Smart Start feature fails to select the optimal time for appliance operation, defaulting to the current time even when energy costs are high. Users find this malfunction counterproductive to energy-saving goals.
Dark Mode Absence
The lack of a dark mode option in the app is a common complaint, as users expect this feature for better usability in low-light conditions. This omission is seen as a basic functionality gap.
Widget Functionality
The app's widget feature is inconsistent, particularly on iPads, where it often fails to function despite user login. This inconsistency diminishes the perceived value of the widget.

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The app is generally well-structured and understandable, but it requires downloading additional programs to use specific features. It's great that it provides statistics on energy and water usage, which is very helpful.
J-S-7-5
The app's remote start feature is unreliable, as it often requires manual activation on the device itself, making the app's remote capabilities ineffective. This issue is frustrating and diminishes the app's usefulness.
Raimund336699
The app frequently loses connection with my Siemens washing machine, requiring constant resets to reconnect. This is frustrating, especially when other smart devices in my home maintain stable connections without issues.
Der Schuh777

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The app is generally well-structured and understandable, but it requires downloading additional programs to use specific features. It's great that it provides statistics on energy and water usage, which is very helpful.
Candice Wu
App Store
The app's remote start feature is unreliable, as it often requires manual activation on the device itself, making the app's remote capabilities ineffective. This issue is frustrating and diminishes the app's usefulness.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The app frequently loses connection with my Siemens washing machine, requiring constant resets to reconnect. This is frustrating, especially when other smart devices in my home maintain stable connections without issues.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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