iLightShow for Philips Hue vs Moonside
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iLightShow for Philips Hue
Sync your music from Spotify or Apple Music with smart lights like Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf. Create dynamic visual experiences that match the rhythm and mood of your music for parties, dancing, or relaxation.
- Music integration with Spotify and Apple Music
- Compatible with Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf
- Precision beat and mood synchronization
- Customizable light effects and palettes
- iOS Shortcuts integration
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Transform your music and lighting into a captivating visual journey with iLightShow, the premier app designed to sync your favorite tracks from Spotify and Apple Music with your Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf setups. Create an electrifying atmosphere perfect for dance, parties, or any moment worth illuminating with dynamic light effects and strobes that perfectly match the rhythm of your music. Key Features: - Music Integration: Seamlessly connect with Spotify and Apple Music to bring your playlists to life. iLightShow ensures your Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf lights mirror the energy and tempo of your music, setting the stage for unforgettable dance and party moments. - Extensive Light Compatibility: Designed for versatility, iLightShow is compatible with Philips Hue (requiring a Hue bridge v2), LIFX Lights, and Nanoleaf Panels, enabling a broad range of visual experiences, from soothing ambient setups to lively dance floors. - Precision Sync: Our sophisticated algorithm detects every beat, drop, and mood shift in your music, ensuring your light effects and FX are in perfect synchronisation. Whether it’s for a party, dance, or relaxation, the lights follow every nuance of your soundtracks. - Customized Visuals: Dive deep into customization with adjustable strobes, flashes, pulses, and more to match your party or dance theme. Select from an array of palettes to craft the perfect ambiance for every track, enhancing every beat and rhythm for a truly immersive experience. - Interactive and Social: Empower your parties and dance sessions with iOS Shortcuts integration and manual strobe controls. Group your smart lights for synchronized displays that amplify the mood, whether it's for an intimate gathering or a full-blown dance party. iLightShow not only elevates your music listening experience but also transforms your space into a visual spectacle that responds to your music's every beat, perfect for any party, dance, or ambient setting. This app brings together Philips Hue, LIFX, and Nanoleaf lights in harmony with Spotify and Apple Music, ensuring every moment is visually stunning and in perfect sync. Note: Philips Hue bridge (v2) is essential for Hue functionalities. Check our FAQ for detailed compatibility with LIFX and Nanoleaf lights. Elevate your music to a visual art form with iLightShow. It’s not just about listening—it’s about experiencing music with every sense. Download now and make every occasion, from serene ambient evenings to high-energy dance parties, unforgettable. Requirements: • Philips Hue Bridge and some Philips Hue Smart Bulbs (for more information, see http://meethue.com). Also works with TRÅDFRI bulbs, linked to the hue bridge. • OR/AND LIFX lights (no bridge required) • OR/AND Nanoleaf (panels and essentials) • An Apple Music account OR Spotify Music Account (Premium) Need some support? Contact me on Twitter or Facebook at @iLightShow Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://ilightshow.net/privacy-policy/
Moonside
Control smart lights with millions of colors and custom patterns. This app offers seamless Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to design unique lighting experiences for any mood or occasion. Transform your living spaces with intuitive, pixel-level control.
- Millions of color options
- Customizable lighting patterns
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity
- Pixel-level light control
- Remote control functionality
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Moonside Smart Light Control App. Immerse yourself in a world of vivid colors and custom lighting patterns with Moonside Smart Lights. Our intuitive app lets you orchestrate a light show, right from the palm of your hand, no matter where you are. We bring the power of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and smart home integration right to your fingertips. App Features: • A Spectrum at Your Disposal: Choose from over 16 million color options – every shade is a swipe away. Design your own mood, theme, or occasion with unparalleled color variety. • Seamless Connectivity: Use the convenience of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections to control your lights effortlessly. Adjust the ambiance from your couch, the office, or even while you're out of town. • Light Pixel Painting: With our app, every pixel on your Moonside smart light becomes a canvas. Paint your space with light, pixel by pixel, and watch your home come alive. • And Much More: The Moonside app is packed full of features that will elevate your home lighting experience. Dive in and discover the possibilities. Experience the fusion of technology and design, and transform your living spaces into scenes straight out of your imagination. Let the Moonside Smart Lights illuminate your world.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: iLightShow for Philips Hue at 4.6 against Moonside's 2.4. iLightShow for Philips Hue also leads on ratings volume (7.2K vs 33) and review sentiment (71% vs 46%). Moonside's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. iLightShow for Philips Hue sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Moonside asks for nothing beyond the download.
iLightShow for Philips Hue holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iLightShow for Philips Hue has 7.2K ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of iLightShow for Philips Hue's written reviews are positive against 46% of Moonside's.
iLightShow for Philips Hue ships an update every 3 weeks, Moonside monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iLightShow for Philips Hue | Moonside |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (7.2K ratings) — better | 2.4 (33 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 71.2% of reviews — better | 46.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7.2K — better | 33 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 151 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nicolas Anjoran | Jiangyin Yimiao Smart Technology Ltd. |
Customer experience
iLightShow for Philips Hue
Moonside
Bugs and requests
iLightShow for Philips Hue
Reported bugs
3 issues- Lights not syncing properly with music
- Audio analysis issues/delays
- Compatibility problems with newer devices/iOS versions
Requested features
6 requests- Support for more music services (YouTube, SoundCloud, etc.)
- Background mode/ability to run app in background
- Ability to save custom presets
- Grouping/zoning of lights
- Apple TV app version
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- More granular control over light effects
Moonside
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iLightShow for Philips Hue
- FX+ Monthly$4.991 Month
- Pro (annual)$8.991 Year
- Pro (yearly)3 Days trial$8.991 Year
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- Lite (Annual)$8.991 Year
- FX+ Annual1 Year trial$29.991 Year
- FX+ Annual$29.991 Year
- Pro$8.99
- FX+$29.99
Moonside
No in-app purchases
Questions
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