# Thorlight for Philips Hue vs LED Lamp Remote Controller

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Thorlight for Philips Hue at 2.3K against LED Lamp Remote Controller's 109. Thorlight for Philips Hue also leads on device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.0). LED Lamp Remote Controller's advantage is review sentiment (86% vs 69%). On price, rating, ads 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 Lamp Remote Controller sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Thorlight for Philips Hue against 4.6 for LED Lamp Remote Controller. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Thorlight for Philips Hue has 2.3K ratings behind it against 109, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of Thorlight for Philips Hue's written reviews are positive against 86% of LED Lamp Remote Controller's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Thorlight for Philips Hue | LED Lamp Remote Controller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thorlight-for-philips-hue/id1019626823/reviews)** | [4.6 (109 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-lamp-remote-controller/id6472647498/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.3K** | 109 |
| Positive reviews | 69.4% of reviews | **85.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 89 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Odin Brousseau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1019626822) | [Manuel Hart](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761559632) |

## 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 Lamp Remote Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-lamp-remote-controller/id6472647498)

Control your smart LED lights with this app to create custom lighting effects and ambiance. Easily adjust colors, modes, and brightness for any occasion, transforming your space with dynamic lighting.

**Highlights:** Customize lighting colors, Dynamic lighting modes, Precise control, Remote control functionality, Create special atmospheres, Enhance surroundings

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LED Strip Lights: Bulb Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Lamp Home Smart Controller | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Strip Lights: Bulb Control | $19.99 | per month |
| LED Lamp Home Smart Controller | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Thorlight for Philips Hue free?

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

### Is LED Lamp Remote Controller free?

LED Lamp Remote Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Thorlight for Philips Hue or LED Lamp Remote Controller?

Thorlight for Philips Hue is rated higher. Thorlight for Philips Hue averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while LED Lamp Remote Controller averages 4.6 from 109 ratings.

### Do Thorlight for Philips Hue or LED Lamp Remote Controller have ads?

Neither Thorlight for Philips Hue nor LED Lamp Remote Controller shows ads.

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