Imagine glancing at your nightstand light to check the outdoor temperature or getting instant alerts if your teen exceeds the speed limit. With Stringify, these smart automations—and countless more—are just a tap away on your iOS device.
Launched in December 2015, Stringify simplifies connected living by automating your smart devices. Similar to IFTTT (The Ultimate Guide to IFTTT: Use the Web's Most Powerful Tool Like a Pro), it links apps and gadgets seamlessly. Unlike IFTTT's one-trigger-one-action limit, Stringify supports multiple actions per trigger. Recent updates allow sharing Flows with family, friends, or social media.
Plus, the app includes a ready-to-use Flow library—activate or tweak them instantly without starting from scratch.
Currently iOS-exclusive (Android version coming soon), download from the App Store, create a free account, and verify your email. The app features four key sections: Things, Flows, Control Shortcuts, and Discover.
Things include physical devices like Nest (7 Nest Automation Tricks to Cut Your Heating Bill in Half), Philips Hue (Philips Hue Alternatives That Are Really Worth It), Sonos, Fitbit, Misfit, and Netatmo (6 Smart Indoor Air Quality Monitors You Should Buy for Your Home). Digital Things cover Evernote, Twitter, Instagram, notifications, location, and email.
To connect devices, tap 'New' in the top-right of the Things screen. Browse physical and digital options, marked by color-coded buttons (Blue, Green, Orange, Purple). Select a Thing, tap 'Connect,' and authorize your account. They auto-appear in Things.
About those buttons: Stringify Buttons provide instant Flow control—like any Thing, connect as a trigger for quick access in My Things.
Head to Flows to see active ones and Starter Flows for beginners.
Flows range from simple (trigger + action) to advanced with 'Only If' conditions or multiple actions. Drag Things onto the canvas in sequence.
Examples:
Control Shortcuts pin key Things/Flows to your home screen for manual activation. Discover curates new Flows as compatibility grows—check regularly.
With prerequisites set (Things added), here are tested automations from my smart home setup.
Auto-illuminate your home at dusk (Illuminate Your Home Intelligently with Philips Hue).
Philips Hue White A19 60W Equivalent Smart Bulb Starter Kit (2 A19 60W White Bulbs and 1 Hub Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant) Buy now on Amazon
Your 'Sunset Hue' Flow now activates daily at dusk.
Get emails for speeds over 70 MPH.
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Alerts include speed and location.
Bump basement Nest by 2°F if room hits 68°F (5 Nest Alternatives If You're Looking to Buy a Smart Thermostat).
Nest Learning Thermostat (T3007ES), Easy Temperature Control for Every Room, Stainless Steel (3rd Gen), Works with Alexa Buy Now on Amazon ($180.50)
Activates precisely when needed.
Stringify rapidly integrates top devices. Home automation tools like this, alongside IFTTT, are game-changers—try them to unlock endless possibilities.
