PowerAid - Power failure alarm

I use the app as a security tether which works well. The app is clean and simple to use. I wish the prompt could be turned off but more of an eye sore than functionality. Background does work with device turned off. I do wish it could be always active in the background long as it is plugged in.

I hope the app’s publisher is still around. I tried leaving feedback from within the app but the email address given seems to no longer be valid. For my needs, this app is almost perfect. My only enhancement request is to add a “time delay” option which enables me to set a configurable time period which must elapse after a power outage before the alarm sounds. For example, I would like the power to be out for 20 seconds before the alarm sounds. If the power returns prior to the 20 seconds elapses then the 20 second counter is reset. Reasoning: I live in a rural area which frequently experiences power outage “blips” during windy conditions. Many of these outages last two seconds at most before the power returns and the blips may occur multiple times in a short time frame. I would prefer the app’s alarm not wake me for such brief outages.

I don't usually leave reviews, but I must say this app perfectly combines function and beauty. Simple elegant and user friendly with all the features you would want in a utility app of this sort. I did a lot of research on other similar apps and most fell short of my expectations, but this one hit the nail in the head. Now I can sleep comfortably knowing my daughter won't be left in the cold during a blackout. Plus as a designer I have a have a love for beauty in simplicity.

This is a very good idea and does fulfill the basic power outage alert. There are two things this app is badly missing: A detailed log, which records all the history of power outages etc. And even more importantly, a function to send alerts via email, text message or 3rd party apps to other devices/contacts in case the power is out. Preferably configurable, e.g. only send alert when power is out for more than 5min, repeated alerts, where to send what alert notification based on criteria etc. If the app can do that then it will be top of the line!

In a storm I can finally sleep without worrying about my sump pump getting out of power and get my basement flooded. I launch the app and leave my cellphone charging, if power goes out the alarm goes off and then I have enough time to get my generator going. Peace of mind.