Comparison

STINGTV vs LightUp Crowd

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

STINGTV

Enjoy a vast selection of series, movies, award-winning original productions, and documentaries. Discover dozens of leading channels covering news, science, nature, and more. The service constantly updates with new content and personalized recommendations.

Highlights
  • Extensive movie and series library
  • Award-winning original productions
  • Content for children
  • Documentaries from yes
  • Dozens of leading channels
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Constantly updated content
Features
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בשירות STINGTV תוכלו להנות מחגיגת טלוויזיה אמיתית עם מגוון עצום של סדרות, סרטים, תוכן איכותי לילדים, הפקות מקור זוכות פרסים, סדרות וסרטים דוקומנטריים מבית yes. באפליקציה תמצאו עשרות ערצים מובילים החל מערוצי השידור ועד לערוצי מדע וטבע, סרטים, סדרות, ילדים וספורט ועוד הרבה הרבה יותר. בכל פעם שתכנסו ל STINGTV תופתעו מחדש כי השירות כל הזמן מתחדש ומתווספים תכנים חדשים, המלצות אישיות ושירותים מתקדמים.

About

LightUp Crowd

Features
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Create Breathtaking Light Shows with Crowds LightUp Crowd transforms ordinary gatherings into extraordinary visual experiences by synchronizing smartphone flashlights/colors across multiple devices. Whether you're at a concert, sporting event, festival, or school gathering, LightUp Crowd creates mesmerizing light patterns that unite everyone in a shared moment of wonder. How It Works: Simply open the app and join a show using a unique code Your phone's flashlight becomes part of the synchronized light performance No special equipment needed - just your smartphone Minimal battery usage with optimized power management Works even in areas with limited connectivity Perfect For: Concerts and music festivals Sporting events and rallies School spirit events and graduations Corporate team-building activities Flash mobs and social gatherings Parties and celebrations Key Features: Real-time synchronization across all connected devices Multiple light patterns and effects to choose from Custom pattern creator for event organizers Countdown timer to coordinate start times Low-latency technology for perfect timing Works offline through local network connections Battery-saving mode for extended events Create Your Own Show: Event organizers can design custom light patterns through our intuitive pattern editor. Set timings, colors (for compatible devices), and effects to match your music or event theme. Join the LightUp Crowd Community: Discover nearby public shows or create private events for your friends and followers. Share your experiences and see amazing videos from LightUp Crowd events around the world. Download LightUp Crowd today and be part of something brilliant! Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can decrease battery life. LightUp Crowd has been optimized to use minimal power while delivering maximum impact.

Screenshots

STINGTV4 screens
LightUp Crowd4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: LightUp Crowd at every 3 days against STINGTV's every 6 months. LightUp Crowd also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STINGTV ships an update every 6 months, LightUp Crowd every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on August 3, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
STINGTV versus LightUp Crowd: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTINGTVLightUp Crowd
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.5 (29 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings29 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB44 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperYES TV AND COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES LTDYair Palti

In-app purchases

None

STINGTV

No in-app purchases

None

LightUp Crowd

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is STINGTV free?
STINGTV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LightUp Crowd free?
LightUp Crowd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do STINGTV or LightUp Crowd have ads?
Neither STINGTV nor LightUp Crowd shows ads.
Which is updated more often, STINGTV or LightUp Crowd?
STINGTV ships an update every 6 months, and LightUp Crowd every 3 days. Most recently, STINGTV was updated on August 3, 2026 and LightUp Crowd on September 20, 2026.

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