# iLightShow for Philips Hue vs Moonside

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | iLightShow for Philips Hue | Moonside |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (7.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilightshow-for-philips-hue/id1247273887/reviews)** | [2.4 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonside/id1541143176/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.2K** | 33 |
| Positive reviews | **71.2% of reviews** | 46.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 151 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolas Anjoran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1046005049) | [Jiangyin Yimiao Smart Technology Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494133783) |

## What reviewers say

### iLightShow for Philips Hue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilightshow-for-philips-hue/id1247273887)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FX+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro (annual) | $8.99 | per year |
| Pro (yearly) | $8.99 | per year |
| Lite (Annual) | $8.99 | per year |
| FX+ Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| FX+ Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro | $8.99 | one-time |
| FX+ | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing app
- 🚀 Fantastic syncing with music
- 👍 Great support from developer
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 👍 Customizable settings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes or stops working
- 🐛 Connectivity issues with Bluetooth
- 💰 Subscription model/in-app purchases
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection

**Reported bugs**

- Lights not syncing properly with music
- Audio analysis issues/delays
- Compatibility problems with newer devices/iOS versions

**Requested features**

- 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


### Moonside

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonside/id1541143176)

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.

**Highlights:** Millions of color options, Customizable lighting patterns, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, Pixel-level light control, Remote control functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iLightShow for Philips Hue free?

iLightShow for Philips Hue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Moonside free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iLightShow for Philips Hue or Moonside?

iLightShow for Philips Hue is rated higher. iLightShow for Philips Hue averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.2K ratings, while Moonside averages 2.4 from 33 ratings.

### Do iLightShow for Philips Hue or Moonside have ads?

Neither iLightShow for Philips Hue nor Moonside shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iLightShow for Philips Hue or Moonside?

iLightShow for Philips Hue ships an update every 3 weeks, and Moonside monthly. Most recently, iLightShow for Philips Hue was updated on November 1, 2026 and Moonside on October 24, 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.*