# iLightShow for Philips Hue vs Equalizer Lights

The clearest difference is rating: iLightShow for Philips Hue at 4.6 against Equalizer Lights's 2.7. iLightShow for Philips Hue also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 33%) and ratings volume (7.2K vs 17). Equalizer Lights's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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. Equalizer Lights asks for nothing beyond the download.

iLightShow for Philips Hue holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iLightShow for Philips Hue has 7.2K ratings behind it against 17, 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 33% of Equalizer Lights's.

iLightShow for Philips Hue ships an update every 3 weeks, Equalizer Lights every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iLightShow for Philips Hue | Equalizer Lights |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (7.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilightshow-for-philips-hue/id1247273887/reviews)** | [2.7 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/equalizer-lights/id1595773609/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.2K** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | **71.2% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolas Anjoran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1046005049) | [ShenZhen Lenze Technology Co,.Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1190864538) |

## 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


### Equalizer Lights

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/equalizer-lights/id1595773609)

This controller app connects to Bluetooth devices to enhance your smart life. It offers a smart life mode to improve daily living.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth device connection, Smart life mode activation, Quality of life improvement, Controller app 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 Equalizer Lights free?

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

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

iLightShow for Philips Hue is rated higher. iLightShow for Philips Hue averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.2K ratings, while Equalizer Lights averages 2.7 from 17 ratings.

### Do iLightShow for Philips Hue or Equalizer Lights have ads?

Neither iLightShow for Philips Hue nor Equalizer Lights shows ads.

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

iLightShow for Philips Hue ships an update every 3 weeks, and Equalizer Lights every 4 days. Most recently, iLightShow for Philips Hue was updated on October 31, 2026 and Equalizer Lights 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.*