# iLUX Mesh vs Keepsmile

The clearest difference is ads: iLUX Mesh at none against Keepsmile's shown. iLUX Mesh also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.0). Keepsmile's advantage is ratings volume (4.8K vs 50) and rating (2.5 vs 2.3). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Keepsmile holds the better App Store score, 2.5 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Keepsmile has 4.8K ratings behind it against 50, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 23% of iLUX Mesh's written reviews are positive against 20% of Keepsmile's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iLUX Mesh | Keepsmile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilux-mesh/id1268557265/reviews) | **[2.5 (4.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keepsmile/id1543351744/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 50 | **4.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **22.9% of reviews** | 20.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 23 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Home EVER Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1031485925) | [深圳市优智达科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651370948) |

## What reviewers say

### iLUX Mesh

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilux-mesh/id1268557265)

Control your smart lighting with your smartphone via Bluetooth. Manage up to 50 smart lamps, create groups, and set custom scenes for various scenarios. Adjust colors, lighting modes, and set timers for a personalized lighting experience.

**Highlights:** Smartphone Bluetooth control, Manage up to 50 smart lamps, Create lamp groups, Setup custom lighting scenes, Change colors and lighting modes, Time-delayed switching off, Control within 15 meters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Keepsmile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keepsmile/id1543351744)

Control a wide range of smart lighting products, including strip lights, bulbs, and lamps. Adjust colors, brightness, and settings for various lighting types like pool lamps and car lights.

**Highlights:** Control strip lights, Manage LED bulbs, Operate floor lamps, Adjust wake lights, Control star lights, Manage car lights, Operate pool lamps

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔨 Customizable lights
- 🎨 Wide range of colors
- 💡 Music sync feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔍 Limited color control
- 💤 Timer feature not working
- 📺 Interferes with other devices
- 🔇 Mandatory ads

**Reported bugs**

- Lights randomly change color
- App crashes or freezes
- Bluetooth connection issues
- Inability to log in or register

**Requested features**

- More customization options
- Ability to create custom light patterns
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Option to disable ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iLUX Mesh free?

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

### Is Keepsmile free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iLUX Mesh or Keepsmile?

Keepsmile is rated higher. iLUX Mesh averages 2.3 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while Keepsmile averages 2.5 from 4.8K ratings.

### Do iLUX Mesh or Keepsmile have ads?

Keepsmile shows ads; iLUX Mesh does not.

### Which is updated more often, iLUX Mesh or Keepsmile?

iLUX Mesh ships an update every 3 weeks, and Keepsmile every 3 weeks. Most recently, iLUX Mesh was updated on October 15, 2026 and Keepsmile on October 19, 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.*