Hey, Automation lovers! Here we are back with the most unrecognized, underrated products of the Homekit ecosystem. Yes, it’s smart Fan! To get a complete smart home -The smart fan plays a vital role. In my opinion, The best Fan is Hunter fans that are directly compatible with Apple Homekit. So here we provide a detailed guide about How to Connect Hunter Fans to Homekit and related stuff.
Is Hunter Fans directly compatible with Apple Homekit?
Yes, You can connect the Hunter Fans with Apple Homekit directly. So you can automate any Hunter smart devices on the Apple Home app. But before that, you should add the Hunter fans with the stable network and also with the home app. To learn how to integrate it, use the guide below.
How to Connect Hunter Fans with Apple Homekit?
Hunter gradually increasing their technology and features toward their Fans. Yes, Hunter provides seamless integrations with many automation platforms. Here, we are providing a detailed Guide for Apple Homekit. Before we start the process of adding the Hunter fans with Apple Homekit ;
- Ensure that you have a stable network connection.
- Updated Version of Apple Home app.
- Also, verify that the Hunter fans are mounted.
To mount the Hunter fans -use the manual book or hire a professional. Then, connect the Hunter fans with a Wi-Fi connection and integrate it with the Apple Home app.
Connect the Hunter Fans with Wifi Network
However, the Hunter fans have a Wi-Fi feature. You should connect it through the App. So you need to install the Simpleconnect app to connect the Wifi with Hunter fans. First, you should register your Hunter fans with their official site. Then, create the account on the SimpleConnect app. Next, from the app>> connect the Fan. Once you connect the Hunter fans with SIMPLEConnect, integrate it with the Home app.
Integrate Hunter fans to Homekit
- First, Open the Apple Home app.
- Select the Add Accessory tab.
- Choose the Scan code option.
- From the Hunter fan remote -scan the code (the Code is available on the backside of the remote cap).
- Once you scan the Hunter fans, add the name.
- Then, follow the onscreen prompts.
That’s it. The Hunter fans to Homekit integration process gets completed. Now, you can automate the speed, light, and more features of Hunter fans in the Apple Home app or by using voice commands.
Can I Connect the Hunter fan with wifi without using the App?
Yes, some Hunter fans have the physical button which helps to connect the fans with Wifi. So that, you can turn on the button on your fans and connect it with wifi using the fan remote. For more, use the manuals. This feature is available only for some fans. Apart from this, you need the simpleconnect app to add your Hunter fans with Wifi.
Integrate Hunter fans to Homekit -Additional Ways :
Inspite of direct ways to Connect Hunter fans to Homekit, Google Home, and Alexa directly . There are alternatives you can try to add Homekit with Hunter fans. Use the third-party apps or bridge software to integrate the Hunter fans with the Home app. The bridge software includes,
- Home Assistant.
- IFTTT
- Alexa
- Hubitat and more.
Majorly, the Hunter fans are compatible with this third-party software for integrating the fan into the Apple homekit or home app. Therefore, make use of any of these bridge software to automate the Hunter smart devices on the Apple Home app.
What to Do with Hunter Fans on Homekit?
You can automate all the smart features of the Hunter fans on the Apple Homekit or Home app. It includes
- Adjusting the fan speed.
- Enabling the Audio feedback.
- Set and alter the lights on the fan.
- Use the reverse fan direction.
- Control the Airflow by scheduling it.
Apart from these features, Getting the additional features on the Apple Home app will depend on the Fan Model you Bought.
Also, read How to Connect iDevices to Homekit.
How to choose a perfect Hunter fan for your Room?
Each room has a different style with a different land surface /space. In general, you should use the different fans in different spaces to get cool air with the usage of Low current. Space includes the Bedroom, Mudroom, outdoors, laundry room, and more. Therefore, to get the perfect Hunter fan for your living space, use the feature of How to Choose a Ceiling Fan -available on the official site. So that you can explore the new style of hunter fans that suits your room.
Can I automate all the Hunter Fans with Homekit?
No, you can’t automate or connect all the Hunter fans with Homekit. Only, simpleConnect smart fans of Hunter company are compatible with the Home app. So before buying the Hunter fans, ensure that the fan has an automation feature. You can get the Hunter fans with Free shipping, and free returns with a lifetime warranty -Only if you purchase from their official website. Use Visa, Apple Pay, Gpay, PayPal, and other options to pay the cost on the Hunter website.
Read also Connect Google Home to Homekit
Final Words
It is quite noticeable that the Hunter Simpleconnect fan’s sales gradually increased equal to the sale of normal ceiling fans. It’s just happened because of the modern technology era. Yes, in this era, many people turn their houses more smart to save their time and current. Therefore, I conclude that Hunter Simple Connect is an absolute solution to save electricity. Furthermore, to know more about the Hunter Fans to Homekit -use the official support page or else use the comment section. For more about the Homekit -use the Connecthomekit.com for free!