Comparison

Rachio vs UpKeep Yard

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

UpKeep Yard

Features
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Upkeep Yard is a home maintenance scheduling platform that connects homeowners with exterior property maintenance services through a simple and convenient booking experience. Users can browse available services, schedule appointments, manage bookings, and receive updates directly within the app. Available services include lawn maintenance, window cleaning, trash bin cleaning, pressure washing, soft washing, driveway and sidewalk cleaning, roof cleaning, pet waste removal, seasonal yard cleanup, and other exterior property maintenance services. Designed for convenience, Upkeep Yard streamlines the process of maintaining residential properties by allowing users to request professional services from a single platform. Whether scheduling a one-time visit or ongoing maintenance, the app provides an efficient way to keep outdoor spaces clean, maintained, and well cared for.

Screenshots

Rachio4 screens
UpKeep Yard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UpKeep Yard at none against Rachio's 5. UpKeep Yard also leads on ads (none vs shown). 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. UpKeep Yard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Rachio versus UpKeep Yard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRachioUpKeep Yard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (159K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings159K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size163 MB14 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperRACHIO, INC.Mauro Rincon

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

UpKeep Yard

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

UpKeep Yard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rachio free?
Rachio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UpKeep Yard free?
UpKeep Yard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rachio or UpKeep Yard have ads?
Rachio shows ads; UpKeep Yard does not.

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