# Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf — Rain and lightning effects

> Nanoleaf light show generator for customizable thunderstorm effects. (iPhone/iPad app by Scott Dodson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-for-nanoleaf/id1247198054 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Scott Dodson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1033778296)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: $2.99
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0.0 · 74 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-06-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-for-nanoleaf/id1247198054/reviews.md

## What is Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf?

Summon a thunderstorm light show using your Nanoleaf devices. Watch your devices pulse and flash to the sounds of a storm.
 
THUNDERSTORMS
 
• Strong Thunderstorm — Heavy rain with frequent lightning and thunder nearby
 
Devices pulse quickly to the sound of heavy rain. Booming sounds of thunder accompany bright flashes of light.
 
• Normal Thunderstorm — Steady rain with a full range of lightning and thunder
 
Devices pulse to the sound of rain. The sound of thunder can be heard from various distances. The closer the lightning, the louder the sound, and the brighter the flashes of light!
 
• Weak Thunderstorm — Light rain with occasional lightning and thunder far off
 
Devices pulse slowly to the sound of light rain. Dim flashes of light are followed by soft sounds of thunder.

• Passing Thunderstorms — Rain and lightning intensity changes as the storms pass

Devices pulse and flash at different rates to correspond with the current strength of the storm.
 
SETTINGS
 
Sky
• Change the base color and brightness of your lights

Rain
• Toggle rain sound effects
• Change rain audio: Default, Heavy, Steady, Light, On Tin Roof
• Change rain volume
• Toggle rain light effects
• Change rain speed: Default, Slow, Medium, Fast
• Change rain transition effects: Explode, Flow, Random Lights
• Change color and brightness of rain light effects

Lightning/Thunder
• Toggle thunder sound effects
• Change thunder volume
• Change delay lightning (Wireless audio delay offset)
• Toggle delay thunder
• Toggle lightning light effects
• Change lightning animation effects: Random Animation, Explode, Flow, Random Lights
• Change lightning transition effects: Random Transition, Flicker, Pulse, Fade Quickly, Fade Slowly
• Change lightning/thunder occurrence: Default, Never, Occasional, Normal, Frequent, Unreal
• Change color and max brightness of lightning light effects

Passing Thunderstorms
• Change starting storm for Passing Thunderstorms: Weak, Normal, Strong
• Change cycle time for Passing Thunderstorms: 15m, 30m, 60m

Background Sounds
• Toggle background sounds: Birds, Cicadas, Crickets, Frogs
• Change background sounds volume

General
• Change default end state: On, Off
• Select mode to automatically start when app opens
• Choose time to automatically stop selected mode
• Choose time to automatically restart selected mode when sleep timer ends, enabling recurring cycle

DEVICES

Add one or more of your Nanoleaf devices on the Devices tab. Toggle on the devices you want to use for your thunderstorm light show. To edit a device in the list, swipe the item to the left and tap the pencil icon.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Lightning on Demand — Start a storm and utilize the lightning buttons at the bottom of the screen for manual control.
• Sleep Timer — Set a timer complemented with an audio fade-out feature.
• Bluetooth and AirPlay Support — Connect to Bluetooth speakers directly, or connect to speakers with AirPlay using the Control Center. Adjust the Delay Light FX setting to offset any wireless audio delay.
 
I'd love to hear your thoughts and appreciate you taking the time to rate the app. By leaving a review, I can continue to improve Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf and create a great experience for you and future users. Thank you! —Scott

## Key features

- Customizable thunderstorm light shows
- Adjustable rain and lightning effects
- Variety of sound effects and background ambiance
- Manual lightning control
- Sleep timer with audio fade-out
- Nanoleaf device integration

## Chart rankings

- #188 in Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-for-nanoleaf/id1247198054/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Scott Dodson for President

*2020-10-20*

Purchased the Lightstorm Bundle for Nanoleaf.  Very well-designed and lots of fun.  Highly recommended for Nanoleaf Aurora lovers.

### 5/5 — Awesome App

*2020-07-31*

This app does everything it says it does. It creates an amazing sense of a thunderstorm happening right inside your house. Easy to use, easy to set up. Overall I’m really impressed with it!

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 1/5 — Will not connect to Nanoleaf

*2020-06-11*

Won’t connect to Nanoleaf and I’m very frustrated having to reach out to customer support but still no connection. Hopefully I can get help for the problem and get the app working.

**Developer response:** Nanoleaf device discovery has been updated. Please download the latest version and try again. Contact support@thunderstorm.scottdodson.dev if you have any questions.

### 3/5 — Bluetooth speaker needed

*2017-12-23*

Unless you have a Bluetooth speaker, the rain and thunder sounds are coming from your apple device, with is obvious, but nowhere stated. Therefore its quite a bit lacking if you don't.
The lightning effects though seem to be pretty good. I only got nine panels and I set them up as a pyramid. So not a very good Setup for this, but its still quite impressive visually wise.

**Developer response:** I hope you're still enjoying the app! It definitely is more impressive with surround sound speakers. I'm sorry if it was not clear in the description that the sound came from your device.

## Frequently asked questions about Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf

### What Nanoleaf devices does Thunderstorm support?

Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf supports one or more of your Nanoleaf devices. You can add and toggle the specific devices you wish to use for your thunderstorm light show within the app's Devices tab.

### Can I customize the thunderstorm intensity in Thunderstorm?

Yes, you can customize various aspects of the thunderstorm. This includes selecting different storm types like Strong, Normal, Weak, or Passing Thunderstorms, and adjusting rain and lightning intensity.

### Does Thunderstorm have ads?

No, Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application, offering an uninterrupted experience for creating your light shows.

### What is the price of Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf?

Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf is a paid application priced at $2.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features for creating custom light shows.

### Does Thunderstorm offer a sleep timer?

Yes, Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf includes a sleep timer feature. This allows you to set a timer for your light show, which is complemented by an audio fade-out feature for a peaceful end.

### What background sounds are available in Thunderstorm?

Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf allows you to toggle and adjust the volume of various background sounds. These include options like Birds, Cicadas, Crickets, and Frogs, enhancing the immersive experience.

### Is Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf suitable for children?

Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf has an age rating of 12+. This suggests it is intended for users aged 12 and older, likely due to the complexity of settings or the nature of the ambient effects.

### How often is Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf updated?

The latest version of Thunderstorm for Nanoleaf is 4.0.2, which was last updated on February 11, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and development for the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.2 — 2026-02-11

Need help? Email support@thunderstorm.scottdodson.dev

- fixed compatibility issue

### 4.0.0 — 2025-10-23

Need help? Email support@thunderstorm.scottdodson.dev

- added support for Nanoleaf Matter (Wi-Fi) Smart Devices, including bulbs, lightstrips, string lights, and more

### 3.7.0 — 2025-08-28

Need help? Please email support@thunderstorm.scottdodson.dev

- fixed compatibility issue

### 3.5.0 — 2022-06-08

Need help? Please email support@thunderstorm.scottdodson.dev

- added support for Nanoleaf Lines
- fixed compatibility issue

### 3.4.0 — 2022-01-04

Need help? Please email support@thunderstorm.scottdodson.dev

- fixed compatibility issue

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