Comparison

Rachio vs MCCTULSA

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

Head to head
About

Rachio

This app allows you to control your sprinkler system remotely, creating custom watering schedules. It helps save water and money by optimizing irrigation based on weather and yard needs. Access your system from anywhere for convenient lawn care.

Highlights
  • Automated watering schedules
  • Remote sprinkler control
  • Water and money saving
  • Weather-based adjustments
  • Smart home integration
  • Mobile app access
Features
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The Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller changes the way you water. It makes running your sprinklers easy and convenient while saving you water and money. Rachio automatically creates a watering schedule that lowers your water bill and ensures the beautiful yard you want, while the mobile app gives you access to your sprinkler system from anywhere. Plus, Rachio is compatible with nearly any sized yard and smart home platform. This is the companion app to the industry-leading Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller.

About

MCCTULSA

Features
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Download the MCCTULSA app to easily: - Book Tee Times - View member directory and contact info - Update your profile picture

Screenshots

Rachio4 screens
MCCTULSA3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MCCTULSA at none against Rachio's 5. MCCTULSA also leads on ads (none vs shown). Rachio's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Rachio sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. MCCTULSA asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rachio ships an update every 3 weeks, MCCTULSA every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Rachio versus MCCTULSA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRachioMCCTULSA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (158K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews57.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings158K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size163 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRACHIO, INC.Meadowbrook Mingo Golf, LLC

Bugs and requests

Rachio

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Zones running at unexpected times
  • Schedules not working as programmed
  • App crashing during setup and use
  • Syncing issues between app and controller

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to skip multiple upcoming watering cycles
  • Customizable notifications for low battery and offline status
  • Better integration with smart home platforms like HomeKit
  • More granular control over watering schedules and durations

MCCTULSA

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Rachio

One-time5
  • Tempest Integration$29.99
  • AirLink Integration$29.99
  • Heat Wave Boost$29.99
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  • Wire Status$29.99
  • Valve & Heat Monitoring Bundle$49.99
None

MCCTULSA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rachio free?
Rachio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MCCTULSA free?
MCCTULSA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rachio or MCCTULSA have ads?
Rachio shows ads; MCCTULSA does not.
Which is updated more often, Rachio or MCCTULSA?
Rachio ships an update every 3 weeks, and MCCTULSA every 2 months. Most recently, Rachio was updated on October 17, 2026 and MCCTULSA on October 11, 2026.

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