# Light Stream vs Led Light Controller LedRemote

The clearest difference is rating: Led Light Controller LedRemote at 3.9 against Light Stream's 3.2. Led Light Controller LedRemote also leads on ratings volume (60K vs 26) and chart position (#140 vs unranked). Light Stream's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Led Light Controller LedRemote sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Light Stream asks for nothing beyond the download.

Led Light Controller LedRemote holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Led Light Controller LedRemote has 60K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Light Stream's written reviews are positive against 7% of Led Light Controller LedRemote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Light Stream ships an update monthly, Led Light Controller LedRemote every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Light Stream | Led Light Controller LedRemote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-stream-remote-lights/id1276283823/reviews) | **[3.9 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-ledremote/id1587679090/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **60K** |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 7.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#140** |
| Size | 38 MB | 244 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Village Lighting](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276283822) | [Kain Suite Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761133001) |

## What reviewers say

### Light Stream

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-stream-remote-lights/id1276283823)

Control your wireless Christmas lights with custom color themes and patterns. This app allows you to set up to six different bulb colors simultaneously, offering flexibility for indoor and outdoor decoration.

**Highlights:** Customizable light colors, Up to six colors per theme, Indoor and outdoor use, Works with existing E12 wire, Create custom light patterns

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Led Light Controller LedRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-ledremote/id1587679090)

**Currently charting:** #140 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control a wide range of smart LED lights from various brands with this universal remote. Automate lighting, sync with music and themes, and enhance your smart home experience. Supports Matter and HomeKit for secure and fast connections.

**Highlights:** Universal LED light control, Smart home lighting automation, Music and theme synchronization, Matter and HomeKit support, Color and brightness adjustment, Light bulb management by location

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Light Controller Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Light Controller Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| LED Light Controller 6 Months | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| LED Light Controller 3 Months | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| LED Light Controller 6 months | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| LED Light Controller Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Special Offer | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| LED Light Controller Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤖 Works with multiple light brands
- 👍 Comprehensive light control features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription required
- 🚫 Unable to use app without paying
- 🤯 Confusing and misleading setup process
- 🤬 Poor customer support and refund policy
- 🙅‍♀️ Doesn't work as advertised

**Reported bugs**

- Connectivity issues with smart lights
- Unreliable scheduling and automation features

**Requested features**

- Free trial period to test app functionality
- Transparent pricing and subscription model
- Improved setup and onboarding experience


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Light Stream free?

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

### Is Led Light Controller LedRemote free?

Led Light Controller LedRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Light Stream or Led Light Controller LedRemote?

Led Light Controller LedRemote is rated higher. Light Stream averages 3.2 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Led Light Controller LedRemote averages 3.9 from 60K ratings.

### Do Light Stream or Led Light Controller LedRemote have ads?

Led Light Controller LedRemote shows ads; Light Stream does not.

### Which is updated more often, Light Stream or Led Light Controller LedRemote?

Light Stream ships an update monthly, and Led Light Controller LedRemote every 6 weeks. Most recently, Light Stream was updated on October 1, 2026 and Led Light Controller LedRemote on October 3, 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.*