Comparison

Smart time control vs Light Meter

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Smart time control

This utility app facilitates point-to-point connections with supported equipment, offering both direct links and routing modes via a router. It allows for time synchronization and downloading various modes to devices.

Highlights
  • Point-to-point equipment links
  • Routing mode support
  • Time synchronization
  • Downloadable device modes
  • Supports iPhone and iPod
Features
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1, software support and equipment point-to-point links, also support routing mode, which is joined with a router 2, can set time synchronization, can download mode to equipment, and empty device mode and so on. you can get more information by visiting: http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XMTQ0NDgzNTQ2MA==.html

About

Light Meter

This tool precisely measures light intensity in Lux and Footcandles, offering data for photography, plant care, and environmental analysis. It provides photography recommendations and generates data reports for various applications.

Highlights
  • Multi-mode metering system
  • Real-time color temperature capture
  • Photography decision engine
  • Plant cultivation light monitoring
  • Space optimization analysis
  • Data report generation
Features
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This is a high-precision light measurement tool that combines professional metering technology with cross scene adaptation capabilities, providing data support for photography creation, plant research, and environmental optimization. Core functional architecture • Multi mode metering system - Real time capture of color temperature changes and synchronized display of dual unit values of Lux and Fc, supporting dynamic average and peak recording • Photography Decision Engine - Based on ambient light intensity, it intelligently recommends shutter speed, ISO, and aperture combinations, allowing manual adjustment of parameters to achieve personalized exposure control Cross disciplinary analysis tools *Plant cultivation: Monitoring photosynthetically active radiation to ensure optimal growth light conditions *Space optimization: Diagnosing office/home lighting environments and preventing visual fatigue Technical characteristics and value √ Adopting multi-sensor collaborative algorithm, with an error rate lower than industry standards √ Portable use on mobile devices, replacing traditional professional equipment to reduce costs √ Generate data reports and support customized archiving of lighting schemes Redefining the Dimension of Light Control from Lens to Leaves "- Recommended Tool for Photography and Plant Science in 2025 1. Payment: The user deducts the payment through their iTunes account and makes the payment upon confirmation of the purchase 2. Renewal: The user's iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before expiration, increasing the corresponding subscription period 3. Cancel Renewal: To cancel the renewal, go to "iTunes Store and App Store" ->click on "App ID", enter the "Account Settings" page, click on "Subscription", and select "Cancel Subscription" 4. Privacy Agreement and Service Terms: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nONXGfXZcKQ6xEDwxsVuXdxZGoxmut4_i64fmeCuWhE 5. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TpnftZ9iV5KYd_4xqYNkfYs-8Zt9nWXMU_UHLMbype8

Screenshots

Smart time control2 screens
Light Meter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smart time control at none against Light Meter's 3. Smart time control also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Light Meter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per 7 days. Smart time control asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Smart time control versus Light Meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart time controlLight Meter
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.6 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings—15 — better
Update frequency—Every 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenZhen LeyNew technology Co.,Ltd琦 崔

Customer experience

Smart time control

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%

Light Meter

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Smart time control

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Light Meter

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly membership3 Days trial$9.007 Days
One-time2
  • Annual Membership$14.99
  • Lifetime membership$29.99

Questions

Is Smart time control free?
Smart time control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Light Meter free?
Light Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smart time control or Light Meter have ads?
Neither Smart time control nor Light Meter shows ads.

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