GAF Wi-Fi Vent
| Category | Price | Seller | Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utilities | Free | building materials corporation of america | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
Reviews
Lacks many functions.
Oppenheimer13
The fan does not connect to your home Wi-Fi. It will only connect to your phone directly. Additionally setting the thermostat or humidity to turn on does not result in the fan turning off when it is below that temperature or humidity.
App did not work
jimmy da boots
My device connected with the wi-fi module (network) but it was never added to the device list in the app. Ended up swapping the wi-fi module with the thermostat switch from the old fan. Added a manual switch to bypass the thermostat when needed. A lot of work for something that should have been plug-n-play.
Junk
LadyDiWaddy
I bought 2 of these units and had them installed. My husband didn’t want the wifi fans. I talked him into it and now I regret it and agree with him. The WiFi is awful. 85% of the time, I can not connect because it doesn’t recognize either of the fans. On a separate note these fans are loud. I definitely can hear them when they are running. My husband originally wanted whirlybirds and I talked him into a fan and them talked him into the WiFi fan. Now I don’t ever hear the end of it. I think I’m gonna pay to have them removed and return them and go back to my husband’s original idea of whirlybirds.
Poor WiFi controls and connectivity
Nikkeone
Devices do not connect to your home network. Need to be a few feet away to control unit. Impossible to connect multiple units. Poor app-device interface.
No connect WiFi attic vent(Bluetooth)
fool tower
I bought cheap & dirty store $27.00. I wonder why? I look at survey most people is not happy with this app due no connect to fan device Bluetooth. Model WRV5. If you want buy this “WiFi attic vent”. This device may not working. I believe fan motor is work. Only way you have to cut off wire remove device and replace manual temperature device. If you see same kind at the Home Depot then don’t buy it. Company make “GAF”. Good luck.
Junk vent
Jay888$
I wish I would of listened to all the reviews about these vents. Never can u get them to work on the app. They are on separate WiFi things so u have to sign out of one and sign in to the other. Please don’t buy these I’m gonna buy a new thermostat from Lowe’s and hook it up to both of mine and adjust them like that
Does the job
JJpeeler
A lot of these negative reviews are unfounded. Folks, this is not a smart device like your nest thermostat. A roof vent typically has a manual control for thermostat and humidistat. This is something you set and forget in most cases, or adjust only seasonally. This simply keeps you for having to go into the attic to do it. There is no reason to adjust the settings while away from home, or on a frequent basis. If you want to monitor the temp of your attic you need a different device, preferably near the attic floor. In a tall attic there is a huge difference between the roof deck and the attic floor. The app is a bit confusing, esp with two fans. Yes you must log into the fans WiFi network, make your adjustment, then log back into your home WiFi. This is secure. Do you want someone hacking into your router through your attic fan? No. I hope GAF can improve the app and the fan, but they just need to make the marketing more clear. For me it’s been great. No ladders.
GAF Bluetooth
jeremy1927
Useless if you change WiFi provider. App doesn’t recognize wifi or Bluetooth.
This app is horrible!
Disgruntled plan member
Why does the fan constantly disconnect from my device?? It does not operate at default settings if it’s not connected to a device by the way. It just turns on and constantly runs. It’s 85 degrees in my attic with 30% humidity and it’s set for 90 degrees and 50% humidity. Default is 105 and 75, but it’s lower than that and it’s running. I even set it up to run off of separate device that stays home at all times and it constantly runs anyway. Ugh!!! Gaf you need to fix this problem.
Confused By Negative Reviews
Apporator
First off I am NOT affiliated with GAF or their app developer. That being said, I’m confused as to why there are so many negative reviews on this product and the app. I installed the gable vent fan using rubber insulator washers placed between the four “L” brackets and wall studs. It is located directly above my home office and I can barely hear it when it’s on (and yes, my hearing is fine!) The app works as advertised so I’m wondering why so many negative reviews? I’m very happy with my purchase and I’m really glad I took a chance and ignored all the negative feedback. This is a good product that is reasonably priced.
