Comparison

Rako Classic vs Axium

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Rako Classic

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.

Highlights
  • Room control
  • Lighting control
  • Curtain/blind control
  • Scene management
  • Channel access
  • Custom naming
Features
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The application 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. 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 ethernet bridge System requirements: To allow the iPhone to communicate with the network a Rako APR-Bridge (for use with wireless-only systems) or WRE-Bridge (for wired or hybrid wireless systems) needs to be installed along with a wireless router for the Wi-Fi link with the iPhone™. The Bridge 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.

About

Axium

Features
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The Axium app turns your iPad or iPhone/iPod Touch into a powerful universal remote control. When used in conjunction with an Axium Controller you can control Audio/Video systems, Media servers, Lighting, and any other equipment via IP, RS232, IR, and Relay devices. Features: ‣ Control IP, RS232, Infrared or Relay devices ‣ Can be used standalone to control TCP/IP and UDP/IP systems directly ‣ Simultaneous connectivity to multiple devices ‣ Ready to use GUI templates ‣ Powerful macro definitions ---------- Warning! Updates to this app should be made with caution. We try our best to ensure compatibility with previous versions but a prudent cautionary measure would be to backup the current version using the iCloud service so that in the worst case scenario, the previous version can be re-synced to the device. If you would like to have the app in your native language we will gladly accept any offers for translation.

Screenshots

Rako Classic3 screens
Axium4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Rako Classic at Free against Axium's $15.99. Rako Classic also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.6). On update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Rako Classic is free to download; Axium costs $15.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Rako Classic versus Axium: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRako ClassicAxium
PriceFree — better$15.99
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews12.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.4 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRako Controls LtdAudio Engineering Ltd.

Bugs and requests

Rako Classic

Reported bugs

24 issues
  • App doesn't connect to hub/bridge
  • App says 'searching for systems' repeatedly
  • Hub won't connect with Alexa
  • Sliders controlling multiple elements
  • Custom photo icons disappeared
Show 19 more
  • Bridge discovery not working
  • Widget faulty (cannot switch off lights)
  • App updated and doesn't recognise bridge
  • Unable to locate system after update
  • App stopped working after update
  • Screen shrunk on iPhone
  • App does not work on 4G on Os12
  • App not working correctly after update
  • Blinds loop disappeared
  • No option for lighting since update
  • App stopped working after new app update
  • Doesn't work at all since recent App update
  • Stopped working as soon as app updated
  • App doesn't work in the today screen
  • Latest download wiped all settings
  • App does not connect to system
  • Latest update does not work on iOS 8.4.1
  • Updated and now won't connect
  • App won't even load

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow users to change room names
  • Option for adjustable icon box sizes
  • Integrate with Apple HomeKit
  • Improve Apple Watch app functionality
  • Revert to previous app version or fix bugs

Axium

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Rako Classic

No in-app purchases

None

Axium

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rako Classic free?
Rako Classic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Axium free?
Axium costs $15.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rako Classic or Axium have ads?
Neither Rako Classic nor Axium shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rako Classic or Axium?
Rako Classic ships an update every 6 weeks, and Axium every 6 weeks. Most recently, Rako Classic was updated on October 22, 2026 and Axium on October 23, 2026.

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