Texecom Connect vs Rako
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Texecom Connect
Manage your home or business security system remotely with this intuitive app. Arm/disarm your system, view camera footage, and receive instant notifications. Automate lighting and create custom "if-this-then-that" recipes for a personalized smart environment.
- Remote system arm/disarm
- Instant notifications
- View camera footage
- Streamlined navigation
- Customizable automation recipes
- Encrypted data storage
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Texecom Connect β Smarter. Faster. More Intuitive. Experience the next evolution of smart security with Texecom Connect β designed to make managing your home or business protection simpler, faster, and more personal than ever before. A Fresh New Look The new update introduces a modern, cleaner design that makes it easier to navigate your system at a glance. Enjoy a smoother, more responsive experience across devices, with all key functions right where you expect them. Simpler & Smarter Control Stay in command wherever you are. Arm or disarm your system, receive instant notifications, view camera footage, and manage devices β all from one intuitive screen. Now with Enhanced Usability Built from real user feedback, the updated app makes everyday use effortless: β’ Streamlined navigation with faster access to areas and zones β’ Clearer status indicators to instantly see system state β’ Remote management for added peace of mind Your Home. Your Data. Your Rules. All your security settings and automation controls remain stored safely β fully encrypted and protected. Connected & Customizable Whether you want to automate lighting, trigger cameras, or create your own βif-this-then-thatβ Recipes, Texecom Connect gives you the flexibility to tailor your environment exactly how you want it. Built for the Future The new version has been engineered for long-term reliability, with future-ready support for upcoming premium features.
Rako
Control lighting, curtains, and blinds in any room. Manage scenes and channels with custom names for easy identification. Supports advanced color features for enhanced ambiance.
- Room control
- Scene management
- Channel customization
- Color temperature control
- Wireless and wired system support
- User-friendly interface
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The App gives control of any room, whether it be lighting or curtain/blind control. Access to all available rooms, scenes and channels, all of which can be named for easy identification. This App also provides support for Rako's new colour features, enabling users to control colour temperature and also supports single channel colour commands within their rooms. The App can be used with existing wireless systems, the new wired network or combined systems. No configuration by the user is required, all information is stored within the Rako HUB. System requirements: To allow the iPhone to communicate with the network a RK-HUB (for use with wireless-only systems) or WK-HUB (for wired or hybrid wireless systems) needs to be installed along with a wireless router for the Wi-Fi link with the iPhoneβ’. The HUB needs to be uploaded with the RASOFT programming file of the project. The file can either be an existing project file, if available, or created using the Rasoft programming software (included) which requires a PC running Windows XP or Vista.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Rako at 67% against Texecom Connect's 9%. Rako also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Texecom Connect | Rako |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 8.9% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews β better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 14.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Texecom | Rako Controls Ltd |
Customer experience
Texecom Connect
Rako
Bugs and requests
Texecom Connect
Reported bugs
4 issues- Frequent login failures
- Inconsistent behavior after app updates
- Unresponsive navigation buttons
- Incompatibility with newer iOS devices
Requested features
5 requests- Dark mode option
- Improved event log and notification system
- Automatic alarm arming/disarming schedules
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Apple Watch support
Rako
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Texecom Connect
No in-app purchases
Rako
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Texecom Connect free?
Is Rako free?
Do Texecom Connect or Rako have ads?
Which is updated more often, Texecom Connect or Rako?
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