MySmartBlinds Automation Kit | Turn ordinary blinds into smart automated blinds | Compatible with Alexa & Google Assistant | Compatible with iOS or Android devices

I get lazier each day by buying these items. Works great and not that difficult to install.

So first off, if you are not an Apple user and don't want headaches, stay clear. Although the company advertises this product works with Android (see supported phones) it does not work properly. I'm using a Nexus 5 which is on the supported list of devices and everything from firmware upgrades to configuring a schedule to opening and closing the blinds is VERY hit or miss.I performed a factory reset, pair the exact same 3 blinds to a friends iPad mini 2, and the system seems to work flawlessly. If the company didn't lie by indicating it's android compatible this would have received 5 stars, but the fact that I went through the effort to install these in 3 blinds, and now have to choose between un-installing them all or go buy an Apple product just to use them costs all 5 stars.If you can't get your Android app to work properly, don't advertise that it works and leave your customers frustrated, this is false advertising.

This product was easy to install and operateExcept the open and close schedule doesn’t work well. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. I’ve sent an email but no reply yet

Add automation to your blinds. This thing is great.Installation can be a bit tricky but it took me about 30 minutes. Ensure your blinds are correct size for this device (not narrow slats).The blinds open and close using the Android or IOS app, or manually using the included switch.You can set schedules to open and close the blinds at certain times and days, or with sunset and sundown based on your location. The blinds can operate either quickly or very slowly.Cons:- noisy when the blinds are opening or closing. Scheduled events can set "gradual" mode which is quiet and opens the blinds over a period of 5 minutes.- you need to create an account on the app. Why??- a bit pricey, especially if you need to buy many of these for your whole house. But its still cheaper than custom motorized blinds.

I have mixed emotions on these. First the price fluctuates like the stock market. I bought for $80 and now they are double the price? Some customers say they bought for $20?? Not sure what’s going on here. Second, this fabled bridge is nowhere to be found. They say April but it’s June and can’t hook up with Alexa so I’m stuck using the app. Third, the schedule seems to have a mind of its own. So all in all, I like them when they work and would love to integrate with Alexa but the company seems a bit flaky and buying for more rooms at the current price is not going to happen. Hope they fix these issues soon.