# SpectraShow vs LED Light Controller Universal

The clearest difference is rating: LED Light Controller Universal at 4.6 against SpectraShow's 3.0. LED Light Controller Universal also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (10K vs 11). SpectraShow's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LED Light Controller Universal sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SpectraShow asks for nothing beyond the download.

LED Light Controller Universal holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LED Light Controller Universal has 10K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SpectraShow's written reviews are positive against 21% of LED Light Controller Universal's.

SpectraShow ships an update every 4 months, LED Light Controller Universal every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SpectraShow | LED Light Controller Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spectrashow/id1194042480/reviews) | **[4.6 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-universal/id1664083251/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **20.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#159** |
| Size | 125 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ledworks srl](https://appshunter.io/developer/1132187055) | [Codenhagen.IO ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617641724) |

## What reviewers say

### SpectraShow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spectrashow/id1194042480)

Control commercial-grade RGB-LED light strings with custom animations and colors. Arrange LEDs in 2D or 3D, draw your own effects, and save favorites. Ideal for various decorative and stage lighting applications.

**Highlights:** 2D Pixel Mapping LED configuration, Wireless controller grouping, Custom effect drawing and animation, Real-time gradient color selector, Save multiple favorite effects, Speed and brightness controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### LED Light Controller Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-universal/id1664083251)

**Currently charting:** #159 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control your RGB smart lights and strips universally via WiFi and Bluetooth. Adjust brightness, color temperature, and color with an intuitive interface. Create custom scenes or choose from pre-set options to set the perfect mood for any occasion.

**Highlights:** Universal RGB smart light control, WiFi & Bluetooth connectivity, Adjustable brightness, color temperature, and color, Pre-set and custom scene creation, Intuitive color wheel interface, Individual bulb selection

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Led Light Controller Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Led Light Controller Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| LED Controller Premium | $11.49 | per month |
| Led Light Controller Premium | $12.99 | per year |
| Led Light Controller Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| LED Controller Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $24.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Great LED lights
- 💫 Convenient remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't connect to WiFi
- ⏳ Slow connection process
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with certain brands

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Lights disconnect randomly

**Requested features**

- Ability to connect music to lights
- More customization options (scenes, themes, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SpectraShow free?

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

### Is LED Light Controller Universal free?

LED Light Controller Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SpectraShow or LED Light Controller Universal?

LED Light Controller Universal is rated higher. SpectraShow averages 3.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while LED Light Controller Universal averages 4.6 from 10K ratings.

### Do SpectraShow or LED Light Controller Universal have ads?

Neither SpectraShow nor LED Light Controller Universal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SpectraShow or LED Light Controller Universal?

SpectraShow ships an update every 4 months, and LED Light Controller Universal every 2 weeks. Most recently, SpectraShow was updated on October 16, 2026 and LED Light Controller Universal on October 18, 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.*