Self vs Collo Resident
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Self
Control a group of smart Bluetooth lights from your iPhone. Adjust color and brightness to create ambiance or sync with music for an interactive experience. Offers intelligent and fun lighting control.
- Control groups of lights
- Change light color
- Adjust brightness
- Sync lights with music
- Create ambiance
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Self smart Bluetooth Light can use iPhone to control a group of lights.And the lights can change color and brightness by the music.Using smart Bluetooth light, you can easily change the light color and brightness,to create a good atmosphere for your family.You can also feel its fun and intelligent. Self electronics co., LTD., founded in 1993 on May 17th, is a professional lighting appliances and accessories product development, production and sales of state-level high-tech enterprises. There are currently more than 1000 employees, has more than 100 r&d engineers. Company headquarters is located in the ningbo national hi-tech zone, which owns two wholly owned subsidiaries located in Atlanta, USA and cologne, Germany, and has set up offices in shenzhen, China. At present, the company main products include LED lighting lamps and lanterns, LED drive power supply, lighting controller, etc. Series of products, full range of products are through VDE、TüV、UL、SEMKO international standard authentication. The company is committed to become a leading brand of LED commercial lighting!
Collo Resident
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Collo Resident is your all-in-one community living app — built for homeowners, condo residents, and tenants who want a smarter, faster way to manage life in their building. BILLS & PAYMENTS View your monthly billing statements, check your outstanding balance, and track payment history — all in one place. Know exactly what's due and when. MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS Report issues directly from your phone. Choose a category (Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Structural, Pest Control, and more), describe the problem, and attach photos for faster resolution. Track your request status in real time. ANNOUNCEMENTS Stay informed about important building updates, scheduled maintenance, community events, and notices from management — delivered straight to your app. VISITOR MANAGEMENT Expecting guests? Register your visitors in advance so they're pre-cleared at the gate. No more back-and-forth calls with security. GATE PASSES Request delivery and pull-out gate passes digitally. Specify the items, assign an authorized representative, and submit — management approves it from their dashboard. WORK PERMITS Planning renovations or repairs? Submit a work permit application with contractor details and scheduled dates. Keep your building management informed and compliant. DIRECT MESSAGING Chat directly with your admin and building management team. Report concerns, ask questions, or follow up on requests — all in one organized thread. DOCUMENTS Access your lease documents, association rules, and other important files anytime, anywhere — no more emailing back and forth. Collo Resident is powered by Collo (collo.ph) — the Philippines' leading property management platform, trusted by residential condominiums, HOAs, co-living spaces, and dormitories across the country. Join thousands of residents who manage their community life smarter with Collo.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Collo Resident at every 3 days against Self's every 2 months. Self's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Self ships an update every 2 months, Collo Resident every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Self | Collo Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Self Electronics Co.,Ltd | Collo Limited |
In-app purchases
Self
No in-app purchases
Collo Resident
No in-app purchases









