# Light Stream vs LED Light Controller Universal

The clearest difference is rating: LED Light Controller Universal at 4.6 against Light Stream's 3.2. LED Light Controller Universal also leads on ratings volume (10K vs 26) and chart position (#203 vs unranked). Light Stream's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and review sentiment (33% vs 20%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LED Light Controller Universal sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Light Stream asks for nothing beyond the download.

LED Light Controller Universal holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LED Light Controller Universal has 10K 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 20% of LED Light Controller Universal'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 Universal every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Light Stream | LED Light Controller Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-stream-remote-lights/id1276283823/reviews) | **[4.6 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-universal/id1664083251/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 19.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#203** |
| Size | 38 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Village Lighting](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276283822) | [Codenhagen.IO ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617641724) |

## 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 Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-universal/id1664083251)

**Currently charting:** #203 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control your RGB smart lights and strips universally via WiFi and Bluetooth. Adjust brightness, color temperature, and color with an intuitive interface. Create custom scenes or choose from pre-set options to set the perfect mood for any occasion.

**Highlights:** Universal RGB smart light control, WiFi & Bluetooth connectivity, Adjustable brightness, color temperature, and color, Pre-set and custom scene creation, Intuitive color wheel interface, Individual bulb selection

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Led Light Controller Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Led Light Controller Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| LED Controller Premium | $11.49 | per month |
| Led Light Controller Premium | $12.99 | per year |
| Led Light Controller Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| LED Controller Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $24.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Great LED lights
- 💫 Convenient remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't connect to WiFi
- ⏳ Slow connection process
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with certain brands

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Lights disconnect randomly

**Requested features**

- Ability to connect music to lights
- More customization options (scenes, themes, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Light Stream free?

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

### Is LED Light Controller Universal free?

LED Light Controller Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Light Stream or LED Light Controller Universal?

LED Light Controller Universal is rated higher. Light Stream averages 3.2 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while LED Light Controller Universal averages 4.6 from 10K ratings.

### Do Light Stream or LED Light Controller Universal have ads?

Neither Light Stream nor LED Light Controller Universal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Light Stream or LED Light Controller Universal?

Light Stream ships an update monthly, and LED Light Controller Universal every 2 weeks. Most recently, Light Stream was updated on October 1, 2026 and LED Light Controller Universal on October 2, 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.*