Hunter SIMPLEconnect – Smart Ceiling Fans & Connected Home Ecosystem Overview

Created by Lamont Gibson, Modified on Fri, 3 Jul at 6:15 AM by Lamont Gibson

Purpose

This overview serves as the SmartHomeConcierge.ai master reference for the Hunter SIMPLEconnect ecosystem. It provides a comprehensive summary of products, platform features, mobile app capabilities, smart ceiling fan technologies, lighting control, smart home integrations, automation features, and common configuration categories used by SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians when assisting customers and creating device-specific configuration articles.

Hunter SIMPLEconnect® (now branded HunterSMART™ on many newer products) is Hunter Fan Company's Wi-Fi smart fan platform. It allows compatible ceiling fans to connect directly to home Wi-Fi for remote control, scheduling, automation, and voice control. Compatible models work with Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home, allowing homeowners to integrate ceiling fans into broader smart home routines.

Supported Product Families

Smart Ceiling Fans

Aerodyne
Apache
Advocate
Anslee
Cassius Smart
Cranbrook Smart
Dempsey Smart
Hepburn
Romulus
Symphony
Sentinel
Original® Smart Series
Additional HunterSMART™ Wi-Fi Models

Smart Lighting

Integrated LED Light Kits
Dimmable LED Lighting
Optional Smart Light Controls

Accessories

Wi-Fi Remote Receiver
Wall Controls
Handheld Remote Controls
Replacement Smart Receivers

Mobile Applications

HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®) (iOS)
HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®) (Android)

The HunterSMART (formerly SIMPLEconnect) app allows users to pair compatible Wi-Fi fans, adjust fan speed and lighting, and configure integrations with supported voice assistants.

Mobile App Features

Feature	Description
Fan Control	Turn the fan on or off and adjust speed.
Light Control	Control integrated LED lighting.
Dimming	Adjust light brightness on supported models.
Scheduling	Create daily operating schedules.
Room Management	Organize fans by room.
Device Management	Add, rename, and manage multiple fans.
Firmware Updates	Install firmware updates.
Smart Home Pairing	Connect supported voice assistants.

Connectivity Options

Wireless

Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz)

Local Control

Included Handheld Remote
Compatible Wall Controls

Hunter SMART fans connect directly to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network without requiring a separate smart hub.

Supported Fan Features

Fan Control

Six-Speed Fan Control (supported models)
Reverse Direction
Quiet DC Motor (supported models)
SureSpeed® Technology (supported models)

Lighting

LED Light Control
Dimming
Favorite Brightness Levels

Smart Features

Feature	Description
Wi-Fi Connectivity	Connect directly to home Wi-Fi without an additional bridge.
Voice Control	Operate compatible fans through supported voice assistants.
Smart Scheduling	Automatically operate the fan or light at scheduled times.
Multi-Fan Management	Control multiple compatible Hunter fans from one account.
Integrated Smart Hardware	Smart electronics are built into compatible fans, eliminating the need for separate automation modules.
Remote Operation	Control the fan from anywhere using the HunterSMART app.

Hunter states that its smart technology is built directly into compatible ceiling fans and supports Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home.

Comfort Automation

Daily Schedules
Fan Speed Automation
Lighting Automation
Room-Based Control
Vacation Scheduling
Smart Home Routines

Notification Features

Firmware Update Notifications
Device Offline Alerts
Connectivity Alerts

Lighting Features

LED On/Off
Brightness Adjustment
Scheduled Lighting
Voice-Controlled Lighting

Maintenance Features

Firmware Updates
Wi-Fi Diagnostics
Device Diagnostics
Activity Logs

Security Features

Secure Wi-Fi Communication
Secure Cloud Authentication
Device Authentication
User Authentication

Privacy Features

Secure User Accounts
Encrypted Communications
Device Sharing Controls

Smart Home Integrations

Apple Home
Apple Siri
Amazon Alexa
Google Home
Google Assistant

Hunter SMART (formerly SIMPLEconnect) ceiling fans are among the few ceiling fans with native support for Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home without requiring third-party automation hardware.

Voice Assistant Integration

Apple Siri

Turn Fan On/Off
Set Fan Speed
Turn Light On/Off
Dim Lights
Run Home Scenes

Amazon Alexa

Turn Fan On/Off
Set Fan Speed
Turn Light On/Off
Adjust Brightness
Run Alexa Routines

Google Assistant

Turn Fan On/Off
Set Fan Speed
Control Lights
Run Google Home Automations

For Alexa and Google Assistant, the fan must first be paired in the HunterSMART (SIMPLEconnect) app before linking the corresponding voice service.

Device Management Features

Add Fan
Rename Fan
Assign Rooms
Configure Wi-Fi
Configure Lighting
Configure Schedules
Pair Remote
Firmware Updates
Diagnostics

Common Customer Requests

Set Up Hunter SMART Fan
Pair SIMPLEconnect App
Connect Fan to Wi-Fi
Pair Remote Control
Configure Fan Speed
Configure Light Dimming
Create Daily Schedules
Connect Apple Home
Connect Amazon Alexa
Connect Google Home
Update Firmware
Reset Smart Fan
Troubleshoot Wi-Fi Connectivity
Improve Smart Home Integration
Reconnect After Router Change