# Thorlight for Philips Hue vs Led Light Controller LedRemote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Thorlight for Philips Hue at 69% against Led Light Controller LedRemote's 7%. Thorlight for Philips Hue also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.9) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Led Light Controller LedRemote's advantage is ratings volume (60K vs 2.3K) and chart position (#139 vs unranked). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Thorlight for Philips Hue sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Led Light Controller LedRemote sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Thorlight for Philips Hue holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Led Light Controller LedRemote has 60K ratings behind it against 2.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Thorlight for Philips Hue's written reviews are positive against 7% of Led Light Controller LedRemote's.

Thorlight for Philips Hue ships an update every 5 weeks, Led Light Controller LedRemote every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Thorlight for Philips Hue | Led Light Controller LedRemote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thorlight-for-philips-hue/id1019626823/reviews)** | [3.9 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-ledremote/id1587679090/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2.3K | **60K** |
| Positive reviews | **69.4% of reviews** | 7.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#139** |
| Size | 89 MB | 244 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Odin Brousseau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1019626822) | [Kain Suite Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761133001) |

## What reviewers say

### Thorlight for Philips Hue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thorlight-for-philips-hue/id1019626823)

Control and animate multiple smart light brands, including Philips Hue, LIFX, Nanoleaf, and Yeelight. Create stunning visual effects with position-aware animations and enjoy features like music synchronization and automation.

**Highlights:** Position-aware smart light animations, Support for Philips Hue, LIFX, Nanoleaf, Yeelight, Music and sound-enhanced animations, Sequencer for animation automation, Today Widget and Apple Watch integration, Reliable alarms and timers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Thorlight - Sky | $2.99 | one-time |
| Thorlight - Flow | $3.99 | one-time |
| Thorlight - Ambiance | $3.99 | one-time |
| Thorlight - Party | $3.99 | one-time |
| Thorlight - Lounge | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Best Hue app
- 🎨 Incredible lighting effects
- 🔧 Highly customizable
- 💡 Powerful features
- ⚡ Responsive and fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy after updates
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 📚 Steep learning curve
- 🔌 Drains battery when running
- 🤔 Confusing setup process

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections from Hue bridge
- Purchased animations not working as expected
- Lights not responding correctly to app commands
- App crashes when trying to use certain features

**Requested features**

- Music sync capabilities
- Easier light grouping and configuration
- More detailed instructions and tutorials
- Ability to transfer purchased content to other devices
- Improved compatibility with newer Hue bridges


### Led Light Controller LedRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-ledremote/id1587679090)

**Currently charting:** #139 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control a wide range of smart LED lights from various brands with this universal remote. Automate lighting, sync with music and themes, and enhance your smart home experience. Supports Matter and HomeKit for secure and fast connections.

**Highlights:** Universal LED light control, Smart home lighting automation, Music and theme synchronization, Matter and HomeKit support, Color and brightness adjustment, Light bulb management by location

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Light Controller Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Light Controller Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| LED Light Controller 6 Months | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| LED Light Controller 3 Months | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| LED Light Controller 6 months | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| LED Light Controller Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Special Offer | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| LED Light Controller Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤖 Works with multiple light brands
- 👍 Comprehensive light control features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription required
- 🚫 Unable to use app without paying
- 🤯 Confusing and misleading setup process
- 🤬 Poor customer support and refund policy
- 🙅‍♀️ Doesn't work as advertised

**Reported bugs**

- Connectivity issues with smart lights
- Unreliable scheduling and automation features

**Requested features**

- Free trial period to test app functionality
- Transparent pricing and subscription model
- Improved setup and onboarding experience


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Thorlight for Philips Hue free?

Thorlight for Philips Hue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Led Light Controller LedRemote free?

Led Light Controller LedRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Thorlight for Philips Hue or Led Light Controller LedRemote?

Thorlight for Philips Hue is rated higher. Thorlight for Philips Hue averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while Led Light Controller LedRemote averages 3.9 from 60K ratings.

### Do Thorlight for Philips Hue or Led Light Controller LedRemote have ads?

Led Light Controller LedRemote shows ads; Thorlight for Philips Hue does not.

### Which is updated more often, Thorlight for Philips Hue or Led Light Controller LedRemote?

Thorlight for Philips Hue ships an update every 5 weeks, and Led Light Controller LedRemote every 6 weeks. Most recently, Thorlight for Philips Hue was updated on October 29, 2026 and Led Light Controller LedRemote on October 31, 2026.

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