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I chose anova over joule for this reason and this reason only. My concern for a device with an app-only interface is the company might disappear, and the app and internet service might stagnate. With physical controls I'll still be able to use the product.

Id love to see a joule v2 with a display and a twistable top to set the temp.

At least using the iPad with the Joule and ChefSteps isn't as bad as using the iPad with the intelipan, a different 'smart' cooking device. With the intelipan, they make an internet connection obligatory and no option for not signing in. I would have returned the Joule if the app made me do all that. I dont mind using my iPad in the kitchen, I don't prefer it, but I do mind signing in to cook dinner...

The Joule is much newer. My Anova was 2 years old before it we even announced by ChefSteps.