# Light DJ Pro for Smart Lights — 99+ Effects & Music Visualizer

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

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-dj-pro-for-smart-lights/id963524356 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NRTHRNLIGHTS, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/921394788)
- Category: Lifestyle, Entertainment
- Price: $119.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 82 App Store ratings · 45 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 99 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish, German (Germany)
- Released: 2015-03-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-dj-pro-for-smart-lights/id963524356/reviews.md

## What is Light DJ Pro for Smart Lights?

Connect to Philips Hue Entertainment, LIFX, and Nanoleaf Light Panels and take command of your music & entertainment lighting needs. Customize one of over 100+ professionally-designed lighting effects using the app's 3 unique lighting controllers. Light DJ Pro has been used in many 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 Pro is the #1 app for configurable entertainment effects for smart lighting.

*** THIS IS THE FULLY-UNLOCKED VERSION. You'll get all the benefits of a subscriber and only have to pay once. To sign up for a Light DJ subscription search for LIGHT DJ ENTERTAINMENT EFFECTS in the App Store! ***

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 Nanoleaf panel orientation.

STROBE MAKER: Strobe your lights with 5 different types of effects with the Matrix Strobe Maker. Tap and swipe using using multitouch and 3D Touch (on supported models).

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. Just turn on your lights and let the SceneMaker run all night long. Control the speed of your lights with precision manual tempo controls or auto beat detection using your device's built-in microphone. 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 and effect sheets with your friends using AirDrop.

IPAD VERSION: The iPad app offers a DJ Controller-inspired design for ultimate live-performance lighting control. Configurable sheets allow you to setup your effects and colors in advance, and big push-buttons make rapid changes easy.

MULTI-BRIDGE SUPPORT: Combine lights from two or more bridges using the legacy effects or control multiple simultaneous entertainment areas.

ABLETON LINK & MIDI SUPPORT: Seamlessly sync tempo with other apps & devices using Ableton Link or MIDI Clock Sync. Control effects by sending Program Change codes over MIDI.

--- Light DJ vs Light DJ Pro ---
Want the full experience without having to worry about renewing your subscription? This version will include all benefits of the subscription service without the recurring payments. You'll get the same benefits as a Light DJ Pro Subscription user without having to keep paying:
-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 or check out video previews at instagram.com/LightDJ

This app requires hardware from one of these vendors:
- Philips Hue: meethue.com - All lights
- LIFX: lifx.com - All lights
- Nanoleaf: nanoleaf.me - All WiFi-based lights & panels

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Hi, I'm Kevin, creator of Light DJ Pro. I want to make sure that everyone gets a great light show, so if you're having issues getting the app to connect send me an email at kevin@nrthrnlights.com. I'm dedicated to making a quality app to show off your lights!

## Key features

- 100+ customizable lighting effects
- Music visualizer
- Beat-synced effects
- Strobe maker
- Custom effect creation
- Hue Entertainment support
- Ableton Link & MIDI support

## Chart rankings

- #78 in Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 45)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-dj-pro-for-smart-lights/id963524356/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Play and pause

*2021-12-31*

I would love to be able to pause my light show scene that I’m making and continue from there instead of having to replay the entire show just to get to the last part I was editing

### 5/5 — Forget the rest, this one’s the best

*2021-06-28, version 8.1.3*

Hands down, this is the best app to pull the most out of your lights. Easy set up, easy to use and the greatest selection of effects. The sound to light is spot on. I’ve had the app a few years and it never ceases to impress!

### 4/5 — So close!

*2021-02-14*

Want to give it 5 but the matrix strobe controller crashes the app without fail every time I use it. The two other auto/sync modes are spot on though, tons of fun to use.

### 5/5 — Best Nanoleaf & Hur Sync app available

*2020-07-21*

This app is awesome. It works better than the stick apps for nanoleaf and hue. It has way more features! The developer is awesome and responds quickly to questions.

### 5/5 — Amazing and powerful app incredible customer service

*2020-04-05*

This app is incredible! It’s very powerful once you understand it! I learn something new all the time!
On top of that the customer service is amazing! There was a bug making the app crash with the new update on my iPad so I emailed the developer and they had it fixed the next day!
Highly recommend this app to any dj, ravers, music or LED enthusiasts!

### 5/5 — It works!!!!

*2019-08-16*

This is the first app I have been able to successfully sync my hue and Nanoleaf lights. Lots of presets  I am actually trying to make one with my school colors but I can’t seem to get the colors just right and I don’t see an input for the rgb. Maybe in the next update you can put a University of Southern California color pallet in?  Either way thanks man.

### 1/5 — Put it back how it was

*2018-12-09*

The new update makes it so the app has to be open for it to work. Useless when I’m chilling at home I don’t want to have the app open. Wow

### 5/5 — Top app but cant run in background makes it pointless when using any players like Sonos

*2018-10-23, version 6.4.8*

Best app out there great effects and endless setup adjustable sound response five stars

### 3/5 — Needs some work

*2018-04-20*

I have the selection where it should run in the background and it always pauses after I switch to another app

**Developer response:** Sorry for the delayed response. This has been fixed in a recent version.

### 4/5 — Best Disco light out there

*2018-04-07, version 6.0.6*

Tried nearly all the main apps that do disco lighting. I can say every time I come back to using Light DJ, with good app support and better lighting effects. 
Be nice to see some new effects

## Frequently asked questions about Light DJ Pro for Smart Lights

### What does Light DJ Pro do?

Light DJ Pro connects to your Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf smart lights to create dynamic lighting effects synchronized with your music. It offers over 100 pre-designed effects and allows for extensive customization to match any mood or event.

### What are the key features of Light DJ Pro?

Key features include a music visualizer that reacts to your songs, beat-synced effects, a strobe maker, and an effects maker to create your own unique lighting patterns. It also supports Hue Entertainment for enhanced responsiveness and offers Ableton Link & MIDI support for synchronization with other devices.

### How much does Light DJ Pro cost?

This is the fully unlocked version, meaning you pay once for all features without recurring subscription fees.  There is a separate subscription option available by searching for 'LIGHT DJ ENTERTAINMENT EFFECTS' in the App Store if you prefer that model.

### What smart lights are compatible with Light DJ Pro?

The app is compatible with Philips Hue Entertainment, LIFX, and Nanoleaf Light Panels. It can also support multiple bridges and control various entertainment areas simultaneously.

### What are some common use cases for Light DJ Pro?

Light DJ Pro is ideal for home DJs, house parties, stage and video productions, holiday decorations, mood lighting in bars and restaurants, haunted houses, or simply to enhance your music listening experience at home.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 12.0.3 — 2026-04-26

Fixed multiple issues when configuring iPad effect sheets.

### 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.

### 11.4.2 — 2025-03-22

Fixed custom effects not working. Fixed last selected Hue group not working at app launch.

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