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Smartphone controlled timer?

  • 12-01-2014 9:48am
    #1
    jdpl28
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 186 ✭✭


    Hi, wondering is there a quick/easy replacement boiler timer/thermostat/etc that can be controlled from your smartphone available in Ireland?

    And is it something someone handy enough with electrics/etc be able to install?

    thanks and regards,
    Justin


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  • #2
    eddhorse
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,785 ✭✭✭eddhorse


    You could get one of the Belkin WeMo plugs that are controlled by app. Plug your heating into that.

    http://www.belkin.com/us/Products/home-automation/c/wemo-home-automation/


  • #3
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    jdpl28 wrote: »
    Hi, wondering is there a quick/easy replacement boiler timer/thermostat/etc that can be controlled from your smartphone available in Ireland?

    And is it something someone handy enough with electrics/etc be able to install?

    thanks and regards,
    Justin
    There is a new one being launched tomorrow in the UK but will also work in Ireland. I am hopefully getting more info from them this week.
    It's called the Neo from Heatmiser. You can check their website www.heatmiser.co.uk
    I've used a good bit of their products over the years & found them very good quality.


  • #4
    Froststop
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭Froststop


    jdpl28 wrote: »
    Hi, wondering is there a quick/easy replacement boiler timer/thermostat/etc that can be controlled from your smartphone available in Ireland?

    And is it something someone handy enough with electrics/etc be able to install?

    thanks and regards,
    Justin

    Climote and TextOn are two more options.


  • #5
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    Froststop wrote: »
    Climote and TextOn are two more options.

    Don't know about TextOn, but Climote can only temperature control the area where the unit is, there is an annual charge of €36 per annum & if you cancel & re-subscribe, the have a connection charge of about €85.


  • #6
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    Oh & I don't know about the Neo either until I get some details from them, regarding charges.


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  • #7
    Froststop
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭Froststop


    shane0007 wrote: »
    Oh & I don't know about the Neo either until I get some details from them, regarding charges.

    I wouldn't be up on climote charges Shane, I assume there would be charges with all types with sims, apps etc. TextON would probably be the cheapest as you just keep the sim topped up, €5 every 6 months. They have a web site if the OP wants to look it up to be sure. There's a new one on the market in the UK, I see adds on Tv over the last week. Can't think of the name, will post hear when I see the add again.


  • #8
    seannash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,672 ✭✭✭seannash


    Froststop wrote: »
    I wouldn't be up on climote charges Shane, I assume there would be charges with all types with sims, apps etc. TextON would probably be the cheapest as you just keep the sim topped up, €5 every 6 months. They have a web site if the OP wants to look it up to be sure. There's a new one on the market in the UK, I see adds on Tv over the last week. Can't think of the name, will post hear when I see the add again.

    hive I think.
    why are there still sim based subscription services? surely with WiFi you can control it from your phone without a sim


  • #9
    Froststop
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭Froststop


    seannash wrote: »
    hive I think.
    why are there still sim based subscription services? surely with WiFi you can control it from your phone without a sim

    That's it! I don't know what's involved regarding costs etc


  • #10
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    The Neo is web based with an App. I don't think there will be any charges but I'm not 100% until they send me the details.


  • #11
    Froststop
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭Froststop


    shane0007 wrote: »
    The Neo is web based with an App. I don't think there will be any charges but I'm not 100% until they send me the details.

    I would think there will be some kind as it has to have a sim/WiFi to communicate remotely with a phone. Can you post it here when you get it?
    I use remote meter readers and depending on the application we have to use sim cards, WiFi, Bluetooth to connect to computer or phone.


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  • #12
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    Froststop wrote: »
    I would think there will be some kind as it has to have a sim/WiFi to communicate remotely with a phone. Can you post it here when you get it?
    I use remote meter readers and depending on the application we have to use sim cards, WiFi, Bluetooth to connect to computer or phone.
    I will indeed.
    Most App based products don't have a charge. I have an Efergy monitor that the App is free to download & free to use.

    Plus I installed one of Heatmiser's remote controllers before & there was no ongoing costs so I would think this will be the same, but I am guessing.


  • #13
    Froststop
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭Froststop


    shane0007 wrote: »
    I will indeed.
    Most App based products don't have a charge. I have an Efergy monitor that the App is free to download & free to use.

    Plus I installed one of Heatmiser's remote controllers before & there was no ongoing costs so I would think this will be the same, but I am guessing.

    Lets hope so cause it can be a bit of a pain. I must look into an app for our system.


  • #14
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    Just got off the phone to Heatmiser in the UK. There is no annual costs or any other ongoing costs for the system. Once you purchase & install the unit, it is free via an IOS device, Android or via a PC.
    I am awaiting pricing for Ireland so I will keep you posted.


  • #15
    Big Nelly
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,613 ✭✭✭Big Nelly


    Hi GUys

    I was looking at Climote but the on-going costs seem high....anyone have some experience of the Owl systems

    http://theowlireland.com/owl_intuition_c_remote_control_central_heating_thermostat


  • #16
    Big Nelly
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,613 ✭✭✭Big Nelly


    shane0007 wrote: »
    Just got off the phone to Heatmiser in the UK. There is no annual costs or any other ongoing costs for the system. Once you purchase & install the unit, it is free via an IOS device, Android or via a PC.
    I am awaiting pricing for Ireland so I will keep you posted.

    Any update on pricing?


  • #17
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    Big Nelly wrote: »
    Any update on pricing?

    http://www.heatmisershop.co.uk/room-thermostats-c1/neo-app-controllable-thermostats-c61

    Plus postage.


  • #18
    Big Nelly
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,613 ✭✭✭Big Nelly


    shane0007 wrote: »
    http://www.heatmisershop.co.uk/room-thermostats-c1/neo-app-controllable-thermostats-c61

    Plus postage.

    Yeah I fired them a question on facebook:)


  • #19
    lgk
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 589 ✭✭✭lgk


    Lightwave is another option. Heating controller shipping in March, but lots of lighting and power control devices currently available.


  • #20
    Big Nelly
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,613 ✭✭✭Big Nelly


    Got some info back from Heatmiser, wondering is there anyone actually installing these systems in Ireland?


  • #21
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    Big Nelly wrote: »
    Got some info back from Heatmiser, wondering is there anyone actually installing these systems in Ireland?

    I've been trying to open an account with them for the last month but they seem to ignore emails. They only respond when I call them. Don't know if it's because they are inundated with calls for the Neo or they are just bad at communicating.
    For all previous stuff I bought, I used to buy through normal suppliers.


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  • #22
    Lex Luthor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,220 ✭✭✭✭Lex Luthor


    http://reviews.cnet.com/smart-home/honeywell-wi-fi-smart/4505-9788_7-35663091.html


  • #23
    shane0007
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,677 ✭✭✭shane0007


    Lex Luthor wrote: »
    http://reviews.cnet.com/smart-home/honeywell-wi-fi-smart/4505-9788_7-35663091.html

    Honeywell do some really excellent control products. I've installed a few of their Evohome systems which are great but very pricey.

    This market place seems to be getting very crowded with so many companies jumping on the band wagon. You just have to siffle out all the sales spiels & exaggerated savings claimed by some of them.


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