NeopixelControlBLE vs BanlanX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NeopixelControlBLE
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This APP. is working with specific Bluetooth(LE) hardware. If you don't have the hardware, please do not install or rating this APP. Please contact us for more product detail.
BanlanX
Control a series of LED controllers with a wide range of features. Enhance your LED products with more lighting effects and unlock new creative possibilities.
- Control series of LED controllers
- Enhanced user experience
- More lighting effects
- Unlock new possibilities
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BanlanX is an App designed for a series of LED controllers, with a wide range of features to provide user a better experience for LED products, more lighting effects, and more possibilities.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: NeopixelControlBLE at 8.0 against BanlanX's 14.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | NeopixelControlBLE | BanlanX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 2.5 (258 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 25.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 258 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 160 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Longfellow Chen | Shenzhen Sperll Optoelectronic Technology Co., Ltd. |
Bugs and requests
NeopixelControlBLE
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
BanlanX
Reported bugs
16 issues- Power button dims the light instead of shutting off
- White turns more purple
- Timer function will not work
- Settings are removed when power is removed
- App freezes and crashes or doesn't save last known info
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- App won't connect to controller
- App doesn't detect SP107E controller
- App doesn't detect SP611E controller on MacOS
- App loses the schedule that was set
- App can't connect when not in close proximity to the device
- App says connected when lamp is unplugged
- App bypasses the remote and makes it impossible to use
- App no longer recognizes lights after software update
- App won't load past the start screen after name change
- App takes out features like color customization in latest update
- App doesn't allow custom colors despite advertising it
Requested features
13 requests- Add Bluetooth music playback capability
- Add more color schemes like specific holiday schemes
- Add ability to save DIY color combos
- Add music mode feature that moves with the music
- Add ability to choose colors in chasing modes
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- Add more customization options like custom light patterns, background lights with overlay, custom colors for each setting
- Add ability to integrate with Alexa for voice control
- Add ability to set number of lights in section
- Add ability to make white a warmer tone without making it look pink
- Add ability to save a specific DIY setup for a specific holiday
- Add preset holiday or seasonal themes
- Add ability to control multiple controllers as one
- Add ability to edit playlists more easily
In-app purchases
NeopixelControlBLE
No in-app purchases
BanlanX
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is NeopixelControlBLE free?
Is BanlanX free?
Do NeopixelControlBLE or BanlanX have ads?
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