# NightVision Light vs Screen Light Color

The clearest difference is rating: Screen Light Color at 4.5 against NightVision Light's 4.0. Screen Light Color also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 38 months) and review sentiment (90% vs 73%). NightVision Light's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Light Color sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. NightVision Light asks for nothing beyond the download.

Screen Light Color holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Light Color has 485 ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of NightVision Light's written reviews are positive against 90% of Screen Light Color's.

NightVision Light ships an update every 38 months, Screen Light Color every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NightVision Light | Screen Light Color |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightvision-light/id1081761997/reviews) | **[4.5 (485 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-light-color/id1532469936/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 41 | **485** |
| Positive reviews | 73.1% of reviews | **89.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 38 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vixen Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/536188843) | [Brian Li Sui Fong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532469938) |

## What reviewers say

### NightVision Light

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightvision-light/id1081761997)

This utility app provides adjustable illumination for dark environments. It offers a red light mode to preserve night vision and a bulb light mode to prevent color cast in photography. Ideal for stargazing, camera adjustments, or any task requiring light without compromising sight.

**Highlights:** Variable light intensity, Red color light mode, Bulb light mode, Preserves night vision, Prevents red foreground in photos, Suitable for stargazing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Screen Light Color

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-light-color/id1532469936)

Transform your device's screen into a customizable light panel without distractions. Easily adjust to any color for various uses, from photography to tracing and mood lighting. Unlock advanced features like precise color temperature control and external display mirroring through in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Adjustable color panel, Distraction-free interface, Photography lighting, Tracing and animation lightbox, Color matching reference, Night light functionality, External display control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip Jar | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Extra Features | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🎨 Wide range of color options
- 🌟 Intuitive and clean interface
- 💡 Useful for various purposes (reading, ambiance, etc.)
- 🔍 Helpful for specific use cases (astronomy, photography)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔓 Lack of screen lock feature
- 🔧 Some advanced features require paid upgrade
- 🤔 Touch sensitivity issues when trying to set specific colors

**Reported bugs**

- Paid features not functioning as advertised
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to show multiple colors at once
- Random color generator slideshow option
- Support for Split View on iPad
- Option to add the app to Control Center


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NightVision Light free?

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

### Is Screen Light Color free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NightVision Light or Screen Light Color?

Screen Light Color is rated higher. NightVision Light averages 4.0 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Screen Light Color averages 4.5 from 485 ratings.

### Do NightVision Light or Screen Light Color have ads?

Neither NightVision Light nor Screen Light Color shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NightVision Light or Screen Light Color?

NightVision Light ships an update every 38 months, and Screen Light Color every 5 weeks. Most recently, NightVision Light was updated on October 22, 2026 and Screen Light Color on October 16, 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.*