These days smartphones are just not restricted to calling and texting. We can effectively use them to replace most of the electronic devices including cameras, GPS navigators and so much more. And thanks to the technology rise of Garage Opener apps that remote controllers are now thing of past only. Although you would have to require some hardware or specific models to work compatibly with garage opener apps through your smartphones. Today in this article, we’ll be sharing about the best garage door opener apps that you might love having on your device to get full control on your garage doors.

Best Garage Opener Apps For Android and iOS

Have a look at the best garage opener apps for android and iOS that you can use to save your time:

Tap it open

It is a garage opening app offered by Simon Says. With the interface so simple and easy to use, the app doesn’t require anything from you to install and use it. However, you have to get the device, developed by the company, fixed to the door of your garage. You can get the details from their website and it is very economical. It works by using your phone’s Bluetooth connectivity with the door’s device and just by a tap the door clicks open. The app also has password protection in case you want. This way you don’t have to bother anymore about remembering where you placed your garage keys or having lost it or someone stealing them from you.

 Key Features

• The interface of the app is very user-friendly with everything clear and understandable.
• It takes few minutes to make all the necessary settings you need to do for the proper set up of the app.
• The app is completely secure to use. You can set your own password which cannot be accessed by anyone other than you.
• It can be installed on multiple devices. Also, you can share the app’s access with your friends and family if you want.

GarageMate

Works well both on android and IOS devices using Bluetooth to pair up. This app set up is easy and quick. Upto 8 phones can be paired with the device. The device is Bluetooth 4.0 GarageMate receiver which is available both on the app’s website and amazon. This has great protection that prevents others having the same app from trying to open your garage. The app works with any device that is already paired with it. You must have physical access to the device to pair it up once with your device which is inside the garage and nobody can have access to it when it is locked. Also, the app is password protected even if your phone is lost, nobody will be able to open the app without knowing the password. The app works fine with any garage opener that is made in last few years.

Key Features

• It is available for Android and iOS devices and can pair up to 8 phones.
• It takes 2 minutes to set up the installation and is the most secure garage door opener worldwide trusted by thousands of users.
• The app is compatible with Genie, Liftmaster, Chamberlain, Sears Craftsman, and nearly all garage door openers that uses simple wall switch.
• It provides password protection so even if you lose your phone, no one can enter your home as they will not be able to open your garage without your permission.
• The app is free to use.

MyQ Garage and Access control

This is one of the best Wi-Fi enabled apps for opening or closing the garage door. One can also control home lights with this app from anywhere like switching on the lights in garage just by a click from their smartphone. One can also check the status of the door or gate of the garage whether it is open or not. The access can be shared with family. You can also send permissions to open the door when your family arrives. They can have their own apps that will get the permission from you to control the door without you.

One can set time for their door to close and open. It will also send you notifications of your door got open or closed. Although there are bugs as some of its users have reported, the app is compatible with all the devices. Remote access is possible unlike the preceding two apps. Notifications can also give you the status of your garage door and you can customise them on what to get notified about.

Key Features

• You can set up the alerts which will notify you every time when there’s activity.
• You can set schedules to close garage gates or turn on/off the lights using the app.
• The user can grant access to anyone they want using myQ Guest.
• To work with the app, you need to have either “A Wi-Fi garage door opener enabled with myQ technology” or “A myQ accessory to upgrade a non-Wi-Fi garage door opener”.

GoGogate 2

This is an amazing app limited to IOS devices. This app works with opener device GoGogate 2 sold from their website. This device gets connected to your home internet connection to get in touch with the app in your smartphone which can be anywhere and still be able to control the garage. The user-friendly interface leads you easily into the app. One app can control three garages. Not just the doors, but the room temperature sensors can also be viewed through the app. You can also connect an IP camera in front of your garage to know what is happening at your garage instantly by a click in the app.

As it is connected to internet, remote access is possible. Any number of people from your app can sign up for the same garage door. You will also get status about when the door opened and when the door closed when you are not there. With the cam facility, you can also view who actually entered the garage from your family. There is full security and encryption which is hard to hack. The device also consists of alarm to alert in case of force entry. The newest version of the app can also be used to control relay-based products such as sprinkler system, electric blinds, garage lights.

Key Features

• You can see the status of your garage door at any time and from any place.
• It works well with up to 3 garage doors.
• It has a very functional interface which is quite easy & simple to use.
• You can add other users to control the garage doors if you want by giving them the access.

PalGate App

PalGate app is so simple and easy to work on. It has a separate device that it connects to which is available for buying in the app’s official website. Once you are in the range of Bluetooth (closer to the door), screen flashes with the options to open or close the door automatically. It is easy to connect as long as your phone doesn’t show any troubles in connecting through Bluetooth. You can also give access to others and reclaim it back by deleting their access. There are also remotes which are encrypted available in their website. The app also has a greater number of ratings in the play store.

Key Features

• It is easy to use and gives you full garage door control.
• There will be a button “Open the gate” in the screen of user’s smartphone once he is in the range of Bluetooth.
• You can add or delete any user or your family members any time you want.
• It has a clear and intuitive interface which you can easily learn to use in no time.
• It has a feature of automatic gate function which simply eliminates the need to look for keys or any remote controls by giving you convenient access when you are busy.

Craftsman Smart Garage Door Opener

This is an app for the opener with a same name. The app has an option of showing you the status of the door if it is opened or closed. With the app you can also connect the lights in the garage to the device to control it. When it is night, you don’t have to worry about getting down to switch on lights in the garage as the app will do that for you. The status of those lights can also be checked on the app. To connect with the opener device, you must be connected to it through Wi-fi. With such connection, you can open the door for your family members even being far away.

Key Features

• You can open and close the doors of your garage easily and fastest.
• If you don’t remember about closing the door. Just open the app and check the status.
• It lets you open the door for your friends, family, delivery man, etc. even if you are far from your place.
• You can set up the schedule for closing and opening the door in advance.

Nold Open app

It is a free IOS app which is also called as virtual keychain for its purpose. It controls nold open which is a Bluetooth compatible device. You can access your garage door through this app similar to the ones above. You can also share the access rights to your friends and family by just sending them an invitation mail which they have to accept to acquire the rights. Not just garage door, even your entrance door can be controlled through this app. Multiple doors can be controlled through this app. You don’t have to bother to remember where you left your keys anymore with this innovative app. Access rights can also be revoked anytime you want.

Key Features

• You can use it as a garage door key from your phone.
• It lets you manage and control the other user’s you’ve added. Or you can add your family members by sending them the invitation anytime you want.
• It is very easy to set up the setting. Using the app, you can easily control all of your devices simultaneously.

GarageSmart app

With simple interface, this app also has good ratings in the app for its ability to securely, remotely open the garage doors. Three garage doors can be opened with this app and the doors have to be fixed with open devices sold by their website. This app can also show the history of garage door such as who opened at what time and when it was closed back. The app supports English, French and Spanish languages. There is also built-in auto closing feature that makes the app close the door on meeting certain given conditions. The app is compatible with all garage openers. With a password, anyone of your family members can control the door through their own smartphones without needing your intervention.

Key Features

• One can easily control 3 garage doors from one device.
• It has a very clear user interface which is simple and easy to use.
• You can give access to your family members as well using a valid password.
• It lets you know who opened the garage and at what time as well.

OpenSezMe

Another app that connects you to your garage door over internet is OpenSezMe. As the connection is purely on internet and not on Bluetooth, you can access the door anywhere anytime. This app works on biometrics. No need to worry about setting a strong password or worrying about getting hacked. Your fingerprint is all you want to get access to the garage door. No need any more for passwords.

Conclusion

So, these are the best garage opener apps you can use. However, in order to implement the app, you need to use several systems. Where some garage doors have in-built communication systems by default others needs command via Bluetooth or WiFi to implement. Hope the given information will help you make a right choice. If you’ve any query related to the article, you can ask us via the comment section below. We will try to revert as soon as possible. You can also read about Best Utility Apps for android.