AC20 vs Coolio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AC20
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App Functions: • Quick and Easy Setup by QR Code • OTA Update • Multiple Devices • Multiple Users • Switch On/Off Device • Set Temperature • Switch Fan Speed • Switch Mode • Set Special Functions: Away, Sleep, Comfort, Eco • Set Scheduling • Enable Key Lock function • Set RTC Sync
Coolio
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Coolio lets you control compatible air conditioning units from your iPhone over your local Wi‑Fi network. Adjust temperature, switch modes, change fan speed, control vane direction, and manage multiple units from one clean interface. Features: - Discover compatible AC units on your local network - Control power, mode, target temperature, and fan speed - Create presets, which allows you to set multiple settings in one action - Shortcuts support - Adjust vertical and horizontal vane settings - View indoor and outdoor temperature readings - Reorder devices for a cleaner home screen layout - Set polling preferences and app display settings - View device information including firmware and model details - Coolio communicates directly with supported units on your local network. No account sign-in or cloud setup is required.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Coolio at every 5 days against AC20's every 21 months. AC20's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
AC20 ships an update every 21 months, Coolio every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | AC20 | Coolio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 21 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Daikin Electronic Devices Malaysia Sdn Bhd | Avastec |
In-app purchases
AC20
No in-app purchases
Coolio
No in-app purchases
