# PLAYBULB 2.0 vs LED Light Controller Remote +

The clearest difference is rating: LED Light Controller Remote + at 4.4 against PLAYBULB 2.0's 3.0. LED Light Controller Remote + also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 15 months) and ratings volume (3.5K vs 8). PLAYBULB 2.0's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LED Light Controller Remote + sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. PLAYBULB 2.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.

LED Light Controller Remote + holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LED Light Controller Remote + has 3.5K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of PLAYBULB 2.0's written reviews are positive against 32% of LED Light Controller Remote +'s.

PLAYBULB 2.0 ships an update every 15 months, LED Light Controller Remote + every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PLAYBULB 2.0 | LED Light Controller Remote + |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playbulb-20/id1318647715/reviews) | **[4.4 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-remote-plus/id6444078501/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **3.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 15.4% of reviews | **31.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 216 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MIPOW LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/665057836) | [Konrad Kiedrowicz](https://appshunter.io/developer/6811049785) |

## What reviewers say

### PLAYBULB 2.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playbulb-20/id1318647715)

Control smart lighting and music devices. Group thousands of mesh-enabled lights to customize colors and ambiance. Enhance your living and entertainment spaces with smart home lighting.

**Highlights:** Control lights and colors, Sync music with lighting, Group thousands of mesh lights, Smart home lighting, Enhance living and entertainment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### LED Light Controller Remote +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-remote-plus/id6444078501)

Control your smart RGB lamps, strips, and bulbs with ease. Customize colors, saturation, and brightness for the perfect ambiance. Connects quickly via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

**Highlights:** Wide range of colors, Fast setup and connection, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support, Color palette customization, Brightness and saturation control

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LED Special Offer | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Led Light Controller Month | $4.99 | per month |
| PRO Led Light Controller Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Widget Features | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Widget Features Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Premium Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Premium Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Light Controller Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| LED Light Controller Premium | $60.00 | per year |
| PRO Led Light Controller | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Dynamic colors
- 😊 Fun and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezing and crashing
- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🔒 Privacy concerns

**Reported bugs**

- App not opening or loading
- Connectivity issues
- Subscription problems

**Requested features**

- More color options without subscription
- Improved connectivity and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PLAYBULB 2.0 free?

PLAYBULB 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LED Light Controller Remote + free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PLAYBULB 2.0 or LED Light Controller Remote +?

LED Light Controller Remote + is rated higher. PLAYBULB 2.0 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while LED Light Controller Remote + averages 4.4 from 3.5K ratings.

### Do PLAYBULB 2.0 or LED Light Controller Remote + have ads?

LED Light Controller Remote + shows ads; PLAYBULB 2.0 does not.

### Which is updated more often, PLAYBULB 2.0 or LED Light Controller Remote +?

PLAYBULB 2.0 ships an update every 15 months, and LED Light Controller Remote + every 8 days. Most recently, PLAYBULB 2.0 was updated on October 16, 2026 and LED Light Controller Remote + on October 20, 2026.

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