# APPIX vs Strobe Light

The clearest difference is review sentiment: APPIX at 83% against Strobe Light's 45%. APPIX also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Strobe Light's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (3.8K vs 42). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Strobe Light sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. APPIX asks for nothing beyond the download.

Strobe Light holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Strobe Light has 3.8K ratings behind it against 42, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of APPIX's written reviews are positive against 45% of Strobe Light's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

APPIX ships an update every 2 months, Strobe Light monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | APPIX | Strobe Light |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appix/id1058564165/reviews) | **[4.4 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strobe-light-flash-beats/id1457903998/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 42 | **3.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 44.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Appix Project Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1420631748) | [Roman Kirihetov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457903997) |

## What reviewers say

### APPIX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appix/id1058564165)

Enhance live and remote events with real-time content and exclusive information delivered directly to your phone. Become an active participant in the show, whether you're in the venue or watching from afar.

**Highlights:** Real-time exclusive content, Enhanced live event experience, Augmented remote events, Relevant information delivery, Audience participation

**In-app purchases:** none


### Strobe Light

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strobe-light-flash-beats/id1457903998)

Transform your phone into a dynamic party strobe light synchronized to music. Connect multiple devices for a synchronized light and sound experience. Create custom light shows or join public parties with live video streams and chat.

**Highlights:** Synchronized strobe lights, Screen and flashlight strobes, Personal music playlists, Public live video parties, Volume booster with synchronized sound, Microphone strobe, Tap-to-light custom shows

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FlashBeats Pro - Strobe Light | $9.99 | per month |
| FlashBeats Pro - Strobe Light | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Strobe Light PRO | $39.99 | per year |
| FlashBeats Pro - Strobe Light | $6.99 | one-time |
| FlashBeats Pro - Strobe Light | $26.99 | one-time |
| FlashBeats Pro | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Innovative concept
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎉 Great for parties and events
- 🎵 Syncs well with music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to access full features
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches reported
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 💸 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to play songs
- Lights not syncing properly with music
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel

**Requested features**

- Allow users to add their own music
- Improve sync between lights and music
- Introduce free version with limited features
- Provide better subscription management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is APPIX free?

APPIX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Strobe Light free?

Strobe Light is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, APPIX or Strobe Light?

Strobe Light is rated higher. APPIX averages 4.0 out of 5 from 42 ratings, while Strobe Light averages 4.4 from 3.8K ratings.

### Do APPIX or Strobe Light have ads?

Neither APPIX nor Strobe Light shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, APPIX or Strobe Light?

APPIX ships an update every 2 months, and Strobe Light monthly. Most recently, APPIX was updated on June 11, 2026 and Strobe Light on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*