# iLightShow for Philips Hue — Music for Hue, LIFX, Nanoleaf

> Syncs music from Spotify/Apple Music with Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf lights. (iPhone/iPad app by Nicolas Anjoran.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilightshow-for-philips-hue/id1247273887 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nicolas Anjoran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1046005049)
- Category: Lifestyle, Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 7,173 App Store ratings · 571 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 54 MB
- Languages: European Spanish, American English, Brazilian Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2017-06-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilightshow-for-philips-hue/id1247273887/reviews.md

## What is iLightShow for Philips Hue?

Transform your music and lighting into a captivating visual journey with iLightShow, the premier app designed to sync your favorite tracks from Spotify and Apple Music with your Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf setups. Create an electrifying atmosphere perfect for dance, parties, or any moment worth illuminating with dynamic light effects and strobes that perfectly match the rhythm of your music.

Key Features:

- Music Integration: Seamlessly connect with Spotify and Apple Music to bring your playlists to life. iLightShow ensures your Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf lights mirror the energy and tempo of your music, setting the stage for unforgettable dance and party moments.

- Extensive Light Compatibility: Designed for versatility, iLightShow is compatible with Philips Hue (requiring a Hue bridge v2), LIFX Lights, and Nanoleaf Panels, enabling a broad range of visual experiences, from soothing ambient setups to lively dance floors.

- Precision Sync: Our sophisticated algorithm detects every beat, drop, and mood shift in your music, ensuring your light effects and FX are in perfect synchronisation. Whether it’s for a party, dance, or relaxation, the lights follow every nuance of your soundtracks.

- Customized Visuals: Dive deep into customization with adjustable strobes, flashes, pulses, and more to match your party or dance theme. Select from an array of palettes to craft the perfect ambiance for every track, enhancing every beat and rhythm for a truly immersive experience.

- Interactive and Social: Empower your parties and dance sessions with iOS Shortcuts integration and manual strobe controls. Group your smart lights for synchronized displays that amplify the mood, whether it's for an intimate gathering or a full-blown dance party.

iLightShow not only elevates your music listening experience but also transforms your space into a visual spectacle that responds to your music's every beat, perfect for any party, dance, or ambient setting. This app brings together Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf lights in harmony with Spotify and Apple Music, ensuring every moment is visually stunning and in perfect sync.

Note: Philips Hue bridge (v2) is essential for Hue functionalities. Check our FAQ for detailed compatibility with LIFX and Nanoleaf lights.

Elevate your music to a visual art form with iLightShow. It’s not just about listening—it’s about experiencing music with every sense. Download now and make every occasion, from serene ambient evenings to high-energy dance parties, unforgettable.

Requirements:
	•	Philips Hue Bridge and some Philips Hue Smart Bulbs (for more information, see http://meethue.com). Also works with TRÅDFRI bulbs, linked to the hue bridge.
	•	OR/AND LIFX lights (no bridge required)
	•	OR/AND Nanoleaf (panels and essentials)
	•	An Apple Music account OR Spotify Music Account (Premium)

Need some support? Contact me on Twitter or Facebook at @iLightShow

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy policy: https://ilightshow.net/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Music integration with Spotify and Apple Music
- Compatible with Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf
- Precision beat and mood synchronization
- Customizable light effects and palettes
- iOS Shortcuts integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (annual) | $8.99 | per year |
| Pro (yearly) | $8.99 | per year |
| FX+ Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| FX+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| FX+ Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Lite (Annual) | $8.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $8.99 | one-time |
| FX+ | $29.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of iLightShow for Philips Hue?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Amazing app
- 🚀 Fantastic syncing with music
- 👍 Great support from developer
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 Transforms home into a disco

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes or stops working
- 🐛 Connectivity issues with Bluetooth
- 💰 Subscription model/in-app purchases
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Lights not syncing properly with music
- Audio analysis issues/delays
- Compatibility problems with newer devices/iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Support for more music services (YouTube, SoundCloud, etc.)
- Background mode/ability to run app in background
- Ability to save custom presets
- Grouping/zoning of lights
- Apple TV app version
- More granular control over light effects

## Recent user reviews (10 of 571)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilightshow-for-philips-hue/id1247273887/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing Light App

*2026-07-27, version 3.2.3*

So many options and what this app can do, it’s really awesome . Thank you  I Light Show for taking music even further greater than what it already is !

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2026-07-19, version 3.2.2*

App is definitely spotty works great sometimes and others disconnects while listening to music it’s frustrating. This was initial review fast forward a week later it disconnected from my bridge and will not reconnect also will not let me sign back into my purchased app no help from customer service either

### 1/5 — Mic input doesn’t work on iPad

*2026-07-15, version 3.2.2*

Mic input doesn’t work on iPad

### 1/5 — ILightshow no long working with my Lifx light bulbs

*2026-07-08, version 3.2.2*

It was once working but no longer recognizes my LIFX bulbs… do not know what I can do other than search for another similar app…

### 4/5 — Change each light

*2026-06-22, version 3.2.2*

Everybody would appreciate if we could change colour of each light individually and also the speed of all the lights. But the automatic lights of the music is AWESOME!! Thank you 🤣🤣

### 4/5 — Almost perfect

*2026-06-16, version 3.2.2*

This app is so responsive and immersive. Just waiting for Tidal or Qobuz support.

### 5/5 — Amazing Light Show App

*2026-06-14, version 3.2.2*

Easy and a very intuitive app to create an amazing light show at home with very little effort.

### 4/5 — Love this app

*2026-05-30, version 3.2.2*

Want more updates!

### 5/5 — Dope

*2026-05-16, version 3.2.1*

One of the best light show apps.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-05-15, version 3.2.1*

If you want your Phillips hue lights to sync to your music seamlessly this is the app

## Frequently asked questions about iLightShow for Philips Hue

### What does iLightShow do?

iLightShow transforms your music listening experience by syncing your favorite tracks from Spotify and Apple Music with your Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf smart lights. It creates dynamic visual effects and strobes that precisely match the rhythm and mood of your music, making any occasion more immersive.

### What are the key features of iLightShow?

Key features include seamless integration with Spotify and Apple Music, broad compatibility with Philips Hue (requires Hue bridge v2), LIFX, and Nanoleaf lights, and a sophisticated algorithm for precision synchronization of light effects to music. It also offers customized visuals with adjustable strobes and palettes, and interactive features like iOS Shortcuts integration.

### How much does iLightShow cost?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases for additional features or content. Specific pricing for these in-app purchases is not detailed in the provided description.

### What are the compatibility requirements for iLightShow?

To use iLightShow, you need a Philips Hue Bridge (v2) and compatible Hue bulbs, or LIFX lights (no bridge required), or Nanoleaf panels and essentials. Additionally, an Apple Music or Spotify Premium account is necessary to stream music.

### What are common use cases for iLightShow?

iLightShow is perfect for creating an electrifying atmosphere for parties and dance sessions, enhancing ambient music listening, or simply transforming your space into a visual spectacle that responds to your music's every beat. It's designed to make any moment, from serene evenings to high-energy gatherings, more visually engaging.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.4 — 2026-08-20

Crash fix

### 3.2.3 — 2026-07-26

Updated Spotify authentication handling to support automatic sign-outs after six months.

### 3.2.2 — 2026-05-26

Added a warning message if the iPhone/iPad isn't connected to a local Wifi/Ethernet network, which is often the reason why the lights can't be reached.

### 3.2.1 — 2026-05-06

Bug fix: some users couldn't see their latest purchase

### 3.2.0 — 2026-03-12

Nanoleaf Essentials are now supported!

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