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Rako Classic

Rako Classic

Control for older products

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Free

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Released
August 3, 2009
Updated
November 6, 2025

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Developer

Rako Controls Ltd
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Control lighting, curtains, and blinds in any room. Organize and access all your scenes and channels with custom names for easy identification. Works with existing wireless, new wired, or hybrid systems.

✓Room control
✓Lighting control
✓Curtain/blind control
✓Scene management
✓Channel access
✓Custom naming
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What users say about Rako Classic

Reviews of Rako Classic, a Lifestyle app, are mostly negative. What users like most: functionality when working, quick turnaround from developers (recent). Top complaints: app frequently stops working, connection issues with hub/bridge. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Functionality when working
  • 👍Quick turnaround from developers (recent)

Negative things

  • 🐛App frequently stops working
  • 🐛Connection issues with hub/bridge
  • 🐛Broken after app updates
  • 🐛Loss of functionality
  • 🐛Clumsy/messy interface post-update
  • 🐛Custom icons/photos disappeared
  • 🐛Large buttons/scrolling required
  • 🐛Difficult to use/setup
  • 🐛Unreliable and disconnects
  • 🐛Poor stability
  • 🐛Inconsistent performance across devices
  • 🐛Dated appearance
  • 🐛Apple Watch app issues
  • 🐛Screen shrunk on iPhone
  • 🐛Does not work on 4G
  • 🐛Lacks Siri/HomeKit integration

What's New in Rako Classic

4.1.2

November 6, 2025

Bug fixes and improvements

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Does not seem to work on my iPhone anymore

Does not seem to work on my iPhone anymore
ZZiva_David

Broken

Now the app doesn’t connect to our hub… was working flawlessly before the app separation. Great job devs 🤡🤡🤡
FSFreddie S-S

Searching for systems

My app stopped working a few weeks ago. Just keeps saying searching for systems over and over
FFitBitIsBetter

Rubbish app

Not sure if it’s Rako itself or the app but we’ve spent thousands on this system and it would have been cheaper and more user friendly to just stick with hive bulbs.
Since yesterday my hub won’t connect with Alexa and that’s the only way we can get our heads around the ridiculous set up. Not impressed
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Jjanieburmy

Rubbish

App now doesn’t work on iPhone or iPad. What is the point of installing a “smart” lighting system if the associated app doesn’t work. I’d steer clear of their systems until they get the app sorted or you’ll just be wasting your money.
PPhilMarl
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Reported Bugs

24 issues

App doesn't connect to hub/bridge

Bug

App says 'searching for systems' repeatedly

Bug

Hub won't connect with Alexa

Bug

Sliders controlling multiple elements

Bug

Custom photo icons disappeared

Bug

Bridge discovery not working

Bug

Widget faulty (cannot switch off lights)

Bug

App updated and doesn't recognise bridge

Bug

Unable to locate system after update

Bug

App stopped working after update

Bug

Screen shrunk on iPhone

Bug

App does not work on 4G on Os12

Bug

App not working correctly after update

Bug

Blinds loop disappeared

Bug

No option for lighting since update

Bug

App stopped working after new app update

Bug

Doesn't work at all since recent App update

Bug

Stopped working as soon as app updated

Bug

App doesn't work in the today screen

Bug

Latest download wiped all settings

Bug

App does not connect to system

Bug

Latest update does not work on iOS 8.4.1

Bug

Updated and now won't connect

Bug

App won't even load

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Allow users to change room names

Feature

Option for adjustable icon box sizes

Feature

Integrate with Apple HomeKit

Feature

Improve Apple Watch app functionality

Feature

Revert to previous app version or fix bugs

Feature

FAQ

What does the Rako Classic app do?

This application provides comprehensive control over your home's lighting, curtains, and blinds. You can manage individual rooms, access pre-set scenes, and control specific channels, all with customizable names for easy identification and operation.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include control of lighting, curtains, and blinds across all available rooms. Users can access and manage scenes and channels, with the ability to name them for simplified identification. The app supports existing wireless systems, new wired networks, and combined systems.

Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application itself is free to download and use. However, it requires specific Rako hardware, such as an APR-Bridge or WRE-Bridge, to be installed and configured with your home automation system.

What are the system requirements for this app?

To use the app, you need a Rako APR-Bridge (for wireless-only systems) or WRE-Bridge (for wired or hybrid systems) installed. A wireless router is also necessary for the Wi-Fi connection to your iPhone. The bridge must be uploaded with a RASOFT programming file, which can be created using the Rasoft programming software on a Windows PC.

What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include adjusting lighting levels for different moods or activities, opening or closing curtains and blinds remotely, and creating custom scenes that combine lighting and blind settings for specific times of day or events, all managed from your iPhone.