Ruud today released a new EcoNet® App 2.0 with a complete redesign and a number of functionality improvements. The updated interface prioritizes the monitoring, control and protection aspects of Ruud smart connected products.

Specific product enhancements:

* Gas Water Heaters: new scheduling capability

New features include:

* Simpler account and WiFi set up process
* Text or email option password and account verification
* Multi-account authorization for multiple people to access product controls
* Geo-location assignment for future fencing applications, such as automated away settings coming soon
* Easier to understand performance and service alerts
* More modern design harmonized with the look of the Smart Thermostat
* Superior Usage Reports
* Compare month-to-month, year-to-year
* Downloadable reports for easy bill comparison
* Faster set up and integration with Google Assistant and Alexa
* In-App Rate This App
* In-app tips, Energy Saving Kudos and Partner opportunity promotions

Updated Contractor tools:

* Contractor Connection portal
* Stores contractors contact information on a preferred Vendor screen
* New Diagnostic Screen (onsite troubleshooting assistant)
* More options for one-button service requests (email, call or 1-800 manufacturing line)

EcoNet is developed as a service, and receives new features on a regular basis.