Comparison

Cornell Self vs DOOR

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

Head to head
About

Cornell Self

Features
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Cornell University Library Self-Checkout is a quick and convenient way to borrow items from our collection. Download the app on your smartphone or tablet, and use it anywhere inside participating library locations on the Ithaca campus. You can even check out books straight from the shelves! The app will automatically recognize your library location. Just enter your Cornell ID number into the app when prompted, and use the camera on your smartphone or tablet to scan the barcodes of the items you’d like to check out. In addition to the app, self-checkout kiosks are available. This pilot program is currently not available for Adelson Library, the Mui Ho Fine Arts Library, and the Sidney Cox Library of Music and Dance.

About

DOOR

Manage keyless entry, smart home devices, and on-demand services from one app. Control access for guests, monitor your home remotely, and book local professionals for home services. Designed for modern living, it simplifies everyday tasks and enhances building connectivity.

Highlights
  • Keyless door unlocking (phone, keycard, Doorcode)
  • Share time-limited access with guests
  • Remote smart home device control
  • Real-time security and environmental alerts
  • Book home services within the app
  • View private access logs
Features
Currently charting
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Smarter living starts with DOOR. DOOR brings together keyless access, smart home control, and on-demand services in one intuitive app. It’s designed to simplify life for residents in modern buildings. Whether you're arriving home, adjusting your thermostat, or booking a service, DOOR puts everyday control in your hand. What residents can do with DOOR: - Unlock doors your way Use your phone, keycard, or a simplified 4-digit Doorcode. No keys. No stress. - Share access effortlessly Send secure, time-limited access to guests or service providers—no handoffs required. - Control your home from anywhere Adjust lights, temperature, and more to fit your routine, even while you’re away. - Get real-time updates Receive alerts when doors are opened, humidity rises, or motion is detected or, so you're always informed. - Book trusted home services From TV mounting to general handyman services, find and schedule local professionals, right in the app. - View your private access log See who entered your unit and when, while your access history as a resident is private and only visible to you. DOOR is designed to feel intuitive and effortless. It’s how modern buildings stay connected—and how residents stay in control. Already live in a DOOR-enabled building? Download now and experience simpler, smarter living.

Screenshots

Cornell Self4 screens
DOOR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: DOOR at #132 against Cornell Self's unranked. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cornell Self ships an update fortnightly, DOOR weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Cornell Self versus DOOR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCornell SelfDOOR
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (51K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—13.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—51K — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
Best chart rank—#132 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size358 MB427 MB
Age rating17+9+
DeveloperMeescan Inc.Latchable, Inc.

Bugs and requests

Cornell Self

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

DOOR

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent log-outs
  • Syncing issues with door access
  • Inability to edit door names

Requested features

4 requests
  • Apple Watch app support
  • Customizable door ordering
  • Siri and Shortcuts integration
  • Improved one-time access codes

In-app purchases

None

Cornell Self

No in-app purchases

None

DOOR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cornell Self free?
Cornell Self is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DOOR free?
DOOR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cornell Self or DOOR have ads?
Neither Cornell Self nor DOOR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cornell Self or DOOR?
Cornell Self ships an update fortnightly, and DOOR weekly. Most recently, Cornell Self was updated on November 3, 2026 and DOOR on November 6, 2026.

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