Hey all!

I've been thinking about remote control for my Geyserwise Max setup and the other day I saw the Geyserwala Connect upgrade from Thingwala. It looks pretty cool. Having the usage graphs would be super helpful, especially since I’ve been wondering if the solar part of my system is working okay - and my wife is not always impressed with the water temperature 😒! It also looks like it has some nifty features like the boost which automatically turns off, and also setting timers looks a lot easier than on the old panel. Both would give me better control over my electricity usage.

I saw some really good reviews for using the Geyserwala with automation (which I may try) but what is it like by itself? Or in my case should I just go for the Tuya upgrade, actually made by Geyserwise - even though it seems reviews are mixed??? I’m a bit hesitant because previously I've felt the pain of smart devices with fiddly setup, poor apps and other nonsense.

How’s your experience of the Geyserwala Connect been? I’d really appreciate any opinions before I make a decision. 🙏

Thanks in advance!

Hi Zabdab, I purchased the geyserwala about two or 3 months ago and have been really happy with the product. No more guesswork or walking up and down to go check temperatures.

The graphs on the app could be a bit better it is very basic, but the ability to boost the temperature helps when you need the extra temperature to keep the wife happy. It is very easy to create and delete timers on the app.

It was very easy to install and get the geyserwalla up and running.

 

Thanks @JacoG

I see that there are a few other members that have had some experience with the Geyserwala. 

@FFJG, @Mirkywaters, @shovelhead, @root, @Ken I do you still have the Geyserwala, would care to share your opinions on it to help me make a buying decision?

19 hours ago, zabdab said:

Thanks @JacoG

I see that there are a few other members that have had some experience with the Geyserwala. 

@FFJG, @Mirkywaters, @shovelhead, @root, @Ken I do you still have the Geyserwala, would care to share your opinions on it to help me make a buying decision?

@zabdab Yes, I still have the Geyserwala and am very happy with it.  I have integrated it into Home Assistant and Apple iOS for control and automation also.  Great Product.

I collected up my Geyserwala Connect yesterday, and it looks like I got the latest model – super sleek design! I just installing it this evening, and wow, the setup was a breeze, especially after watching the install video.

So far, I’ve set up the timers, and oh my word, that alone makes it worth it! I also shared the app with the rest of the family – it’s neat how simple they’ve made it to share access.

Now I’m keen to see the graphs start populating so I can check my system’s performance.

On 2024/09/19 at 6:56 PM, zabdab said:

Thanks @JacoG

I see that there are a few other members that have had some experience with the Geyserwala. 

@FFJG, @Mirkywaters, @shovelhead, @root, @Ken I do you still have the Geyserwala, would care to share your opinions on it to help me make a buying decision?

Yes, no problems with it.

On 2024/10/20 at 10:10 PM, zabdab said:

I collected up my Geyserwala Connect yesterday, and it looks like I got the latest model – super sleek design! I just installing it this evening, and wow, the setup was a breeze, especially after watching the install video.

So far, I’ve set up the timers, and oh my word, that alone makes it worth it! I also shared the app with the rest of the family – it’s neat how simple they’ve made it to share access.

Now I’m keen to see the graphs start populating so I can check my system’s performance.

Hi @zabdab , have a look at my recent post here to start the journey of analysing and controlling your Geyserwala with Home Assistant that gives you much more control on where you want how much heat as opposed to the one dimensional boost function.

Edited June 11, 20251 yr by L_D

Hi LD,

What type of geyser do you have? I see your temperatures reach 70 degrees, I have been too scared to go above 60 degrees.

J

Been using Geyserwala for about a year and probably the best thing I have bought since I started my home automation. Integrated into home assistant and super happy with it. Would recommend.

Thanks @L_D your setup looks pretty impressive!!

The Geyserwala has actually saved me loads of money. Just after I installed it I could see from the graphs that there was a big heat loss at night. I don't have the screenshots of my graphs any more but it looked a lot like their example: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-w0ho6tCm6/

I got a plumber to put in the heat trap loops and now over summer we hardly used any electricity to heat water.