Comparison

Rako Classic vs Petylyf

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

Petylyf

Features
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Petylyf is the cozy home for everything about your pet, all in one warm and simple app. Whether you share your life with a cat, dog, or bunny, Petylyf keeps their whole story organized, from the day you met them to every walk, checkup, and quiet nap in the sun. Create a profile for each pet with their photo, breed, color, age, and weight. Watch their growth over time with a simple visual weight chart, so you always know how they're doing at a glance. Keep vaccine records safe and up to date, with gentle reminders so you never miss an important date. Add your vet's contact details to the built-in vet book, so their number is always within reach when you need it most. Heading out for a walk? Petylyf tracks your walk live, showing elapsed time as you go, so you can see just how much fresh air your pup is getting. Capture everyday moments in a photo diary with fun custom backgrounds, turning small memories into a keepsake you'll treasure. Petylyf lives entirely on your device. There's no account to create, no cloud syncing your private moments, and no strangers seeing your pet's health details. It's just you, your pet, and their story, kept safe and private. For those with a full house or who want deeper history, Petylyf Premium unlocks unlimited pet profiles and complete health history. Download Petylyf today and give your furry, feathered, or floppy-eared friend the organized, loving home for their story that they deserve. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://s7owuguz8o4ncle6c93m3-web-petylyf.rork.live/privacy

Screenshots

Rako Classic3 screens
Petylyf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rako Classic at none against Petylyf's 2. Rako Classic also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 1). Petylyf's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). On price 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

Both are free to download. Petylyf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Rako Classic asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rako Classic ships an update every 6 weeks, Petylyf every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Rako Classic versus Petylyf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRako ClassicPetylyf
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews12.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.4 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRako Controls LtdSERDAR ERCENK

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

Petylyf

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Rako Classic

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Petylyf

Subscriptions2
  • Petylyf Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Petylyf Premium Yearly$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Rako Classic free?
Rako Classic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Petylyf free?
Petylyf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Rako Classic or Petylyf have ads?
Petylyf shows ads; Rako Classic does not.
Which is updated more often, Rako Classic or Petylyf?
Rako Classic ships an update every 6 weeks, and Petylyf every 3 days. Most recently, Rako Classic was updated on October 22, 2026 and Petylyf on October 25, 2026.

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