# Light DJ Entertainment Effects — For Hue, LIFX and Nanoleaf

> Smart light controller for music, entertainment, and custom effects. (iPhone/iPad app by NRTHRNLIGHTS, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-dj-entertainment-effects/id1026353238 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NRTHRNLIGHTS, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/921394788)
- Category: Lifestyle, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 759 App Store ratings · 193 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 99 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), European Spanish
- Released: 2015-08-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-dj-entertainment-effects/id1026353238/reviews.md

## What is Light DJ Entertainment Effects?

Connect to Philips Hue Entertainment, LIFX, and Nanoleaf Light Panels and take command of your music & entertainment lighting needs. Customize one of over 100+ lighting effects using the app's 3 unique light controllers, or create your own custom effects. Light DJ has been used in lots of creative applications, including special effects for home DJs, house parties, stage & video productions, holiday decorations, mood lighting for bars & restaurants, haunted houses, or just to create the ultimate music listening experience in your living room. Light DJ is the #1 app for configurable entertainment effects for smart lighting.

MUSIC VISUALIZER: Create the ultimate music listening experience. The app listens to your music and changes the effects based on the mood of the song. Lights get active during intense parts of a song and flowy with softer melodies and magically change colors at just the right moment. Special controls for Nanoleaf allow you to control rotation and fill angle to match your Aurora or Canvas panel orientation.

BEAT-SYNCED EFFECTS: Use the Super SceneMaker controller for looping effects that sync to the beat of your music. Each of the 100+ effects can be customized with your favorite colors. Play and mix local audio tracks into your playlists and sheets or select one from Apple Music.

HUE ENTERTAINMENT: Using a Hue Entertainment area you'll enjoy higher quality effects; all of Light DJ's effects respond faster and with better sync. Send waves of color across your room with the updated Groove Wave effect, or strobe faster with the Matrix controller.

EFFECT MAKER: Create your own looping special effects with our powerful Effects Maker. Share your custom-made effects & sheets using AirDrop.

IPAD VERSION: A DJ controller-inspired design for ultimate live-performance lighting control. Configurable sheets allow you to setup your effects and colors in advance, and the push-button interface lets making rapid changes easy.

STUFF FOR DJs: Precision tempo controls allows you to sync the lights with your set. Optional automatic beat detection using your device's built-in microphone. Also supports Ableton Link and MIDI Clock Sync for syncing tempo across devices, and MIDI Program Change or Control Change codes for controlling effects. 

Light DJ offers monthly and yearly subscription options. Each subscription includes:
-Full use of all of the app's controllers and effects
-Universal access & cloud sync
-Continual updates to support new hardware and features
-Direct email technical support (I respond to every email!)
-For more details see lightdjapp.com/blog

Visit lightdjapp.com for support and previews.

This app requires hardware from one of these vendors:
- Philips Hue: meethue.com
- LIFX: lifx.com
- Nanoleaf lights and panels (Shapes, Canvas, Lines, Elements, Blocks, Skylight, EXPO Cases, Aurora, A19 bulbs, LED strips, multicolor floor lamp, outdoor permanent and string lights, and holiday lights): nanoleaf.me

Your purchase will be applied to your iTunes account at the end of the trial. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can cancel anytime with your iTunes account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription.

Terms of Use: Subscription includes full access to the app including cloud backup & sync, periodic feature updates, and new light hardware support.

Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: http://lightdjapp.com/terms

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Hi, I’m Kevin, the creator of Light DJ. I want everyone to have an incredible light show experience! If you’re having trouble connecting to your lights, don’t hesitate to email me at kevin@nrthrnlights.com. I’m here to help and always working to make Light DJ the best it can be.

## Key features

- Music visualizer
- Beat-synced effects
- Hue Entertainment support
- Custom effect maker
- DJ precision tempo controls
- iPad controller design

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly All-Access | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly All-Access | $39.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade (Non-Subscription) | $119.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Light DJ Entertainment Effects?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Awesome effects
- 👍 Customizable lights
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Responsive developer

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Disconnection issues
- 🔋 High subscription cost
- 🔒 Subscription-locked features
- 🔒 Deceptive billing practices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App freezes and stops working
- Inability to connect to Hue/LIFX lights
- Subscription issues and failed payments

**Most requested features**

- Background playback support
- More lighting effects and patterns
- Ability to save and share custom effects
- Integration with more smart home platforms

## Recent user reviews (10 of 193)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-dj-entertainment-effects/id1026353238/reviews.md

### 5/5 — GREAT

*2025-09-03, version 11.4.3*

LOVE IT

### 1/5 — i am SUPER disappointed

*2025-08-20, version 11.4.3*

this app is awful. im using it to make my own custom effects, and alot of the effects i had in mind wont work because of the fact that they will be VERY laggy if i have a bunch of actions happening at once. secondly, my lights CONSTANTLY disconnect ALL the time. it is so frustrating. waste of my time

### 3/5 — Dazzling effects, but they are very limited

*2024-06-15, version 11.0.2*

This app has some amazing effects! I couldn't understand other people  complaints about the lights response. You can actually fine tune it in the app to the milliseconds!! The effects are very limited. I was excited to download new effects from the external sources but can’t find any. Also app reliability is in question as the app was unusable on my birthday, exactly the time I wanted to use it the most.

### 5/5 — Great Program To Customize Lights Even Further

*2024-03-25*

I Can Program Exactly What Colors Flash On a Second Or 4 Second Interval !!! Once You Set Up Hue Buy This App && I Only Wish The Light DJ Woukd Implement Background Play !!! The Lights Stop The Programmed Pattern When You Put App To The BackGround !! 5 Starsz Tho !!!

### 3/5 — Let do this expect wonderful blessings and overfilled and able to spread love

*2024-03-17, version 10.0.2*

More stars ✨ to come

### 3/5 — Great effects, app is awful

*2023-12-02*

Have to reset it each time and it will not play in the background by default which is very annoying. Lighting effects are terrific though.

### 1/5 — Will not work

*2023-06-05, version 9.4.10*

I can’t connect 2 app

### 1/5 — Crash!

*2023-01-20*

Still crashing on both iPad and iPhone, even after the update supposed to fix this. Wasting my subscription while they try and get it working.. 🤬

### 5/5 — War meine erste Wahl

*2023-01-20*

Funktioniert nicht mit Spotify nach den Start wird kein Sound erkannt und Volumetrigger ohne Funktion

### 5/5 — The Best LIFX dj light app by far

*2022-11-24, version 9.4.2*

The ultimate for LIFX mastery… nothing compares.. real time lighting no lag no half assed janky mess.. lots going on but easy to use. Can wait to have extra money to buy pro

## Frequently asked questions about Light DJ Entertainment Effects

### What does Light DJ Entertainment Effects do?

This app allows you to control smart lighting systems from Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf. It enables you to synchronize your lights with music, create custom lighting effects, and enhance various entertainment scenarios like parties, home listening, or professional productions.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include a music visualizer that reacts to your music's mood, beat-synced effects for dynamic light shows, and the ability to create and share your own custom looping effects. It also offers Hue Entertainment support for faster, more synchronized responses and precision tempo controls for DJs.

### How much does Light DJ Entertainment Effects cost?

The app offers monthly and yearly subscription options. These subscriptions grant full access to all controllers and effects, universal access with cloud sync, ongoing hardware and feature updates, and direct email technical support.

### What hardware is compatible with this app?

This app requires hardware from Philips Hue, LIFX, or Nanoleaf. This includes various Nanoleaf light panels and bulbs such as Shapes, Canvas, Lines, Elements, Blocks, Skylight, and A19 bulbs, as well as LED strips and outdoor lights.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include creating special effects for home DJs and house parties, enhancing stage and video productions, setting the mood for bars and restaurants, designing spooky atmospheres for haunted houses, or simply creating an ultimate music listening experience in your living room.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 12.0.3 — 2026-04-25

Fixed multiple issues when configuring iPad effect sheets.

### 12.0.2 — 2025-12-03

Minor bug fixes.

### 12.0.1 — 2025-11-13

Minor bug fixes.

### 12.0 — 2025-11-01

• Enhanced SceneMaker beat detection with new customization options
• Smoother onboarding to help new users get started faster
• Fixed connectivity issues with Nanoleaf Light Strips
• Updated for full compatibility with iOS 26
• Plus other minor improvements and performance upgrades

### 11.4.3 — 2025-06-04

Added support for Nanoleaf Rope Light. Fixed effect issues with Nanoleaf Floor Lamp.

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