Gone are the days when you had to wait for your room to cool down after a long day in the scorching Pakistani heat. With a Smart WiFi AC, you can turn on your air conditioner from your office, set schedules to save electricity, and even monitor your energy consumption—all from your smartphone.
In this guide, we explain what a Smart AC is, why you need one, and which mobile app connects to your specific brand of air conditioner.
Top 3 Benefits of a Smart AC
- Control From Anywhere: Turn your AC on 10 minutes before you reach home to walk into a perfectly cooled room.
- Energy Monitoring: Apps like Orient’s Mevris and TCL’s TCL Home show you exactly how many units of electricity you have consumed, helping you manage bills.
- Voice Control: Many smart ACs connect with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa, allowing you to change temperature with just your voice.
Which App Do I Need for My AC?
Every brand uses a specific mobile application. We have compiled the list of the most popular AC brands in Pakistan and their corresponding apps below.
| AC Brand | Mobile App Name | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Haier | Haier Smart / Haier SmartAir2 | Self-Clean activation, Weekly Timer |
| Gree | Gree+ | Global control, Simple Interface |
| Orient | Mevris | Live Electricity & Voltage Monitoring |
| TCL | TCL Home | Google Home Integration, Voice Control |
| Kenwood | AC Freedom / Kenwood Smart | Remote Control, Sleep Curve |
| Dawlance | Dawlance Connect / SYNC | Multi-device control (Fridge/Oven/AC) |
| Midea | MSmartHome | Smart Diagnosis, Energy Saving Mode |
| EcoStar | AC Freedom | Basic remote functions |
How to Connect Your AC to WiFi (General Steps)
- Download the specific app for your AC brand from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Create an account and log in.
- Turn on your AC and press the specific button combination on your remote to activate “WiFi Mode” (usually indicated by a WiFi symbol appearing on the AC display). Common combos: Press “Mode” + “Turbo” or “WiFi” button 6 times.
- Open the app, click “Add Device,” and select your AC model.
- Enter your home WiFi password when prompted. Note: Most ACs only support 2.4GHz WiFi networks.
