Sunpie led light vs Alpena Auto
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sunpie led light
Control your RGB glow rock lights via Bluetooth using a dedicated app. Customize colors, effects like flashing and music sync, and set timers. Built with durable, waterproof materials for universal vehicle fitment.
- Bluetooth mobile control
- Unlimited color options
- Customizable effects (flashing, music sync)
- Waterproof and shockproof
- Durable die-cast aluminum housing
- Timing and DIY automatic control
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SUNPIE LED RGB Glow Rock Lights,Bluetooth Controlled, 1.Simple operation,download specific APP,automatically searching phone bluetooth, easy connection.Universal fit for all makes and models. 2.wireless mobile control.Waterproof,Shockproof,Dustproof,Rustproof. 3.Various unlimited colors options and functions (Blinking, Flashing, Brightness, etc) with our APP,like timing function/flashing function/music mode,DIY automatic control. 4.Have rock solid material and die-cast aluminum housing with toughed glass construction, make these lights highly resistant to heavy impacts.
Alpena Auto
This app allows you to control Alpena® automotive LED lighting products. Adjust power, dimming, and colors for RGB devices, and set up custom presets. Requires Bluetooth 4.0 or higher.
- Control power
- Adjust dimming levels
- Select RGB colors
- Program preset options
- Bluetooth 4.0+ connectivity
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The Alpena® Command Center application is a specialized application designed to operate Alpena® automotive LED lighting products. Control power, dimming levels, colour selection on RGB devices and program easy to use preset options. Requires Bluetooth 4.0 and up for communication.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Sunpie led light at 2.4 against Alpena Auto's 1.7. Sunpie led light also leads on review sentiment (34% vs 13%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Sunpie led light holds the better App Store score, 2.4 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 182 and 125 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Sunpie led light's written reviews are positive against 13% of Alpena Auto's.
Sunpie led light ships an update every 4 months, Alpena Auto every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sunpie led light | Alpena Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (182 ratings) — better | 1.7 (125 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.7% of reviews — better | 12.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 182 — better | 125 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 三鹏 任 | Marklyn Group Inc |
Customer experience
Sunpie led light
Alpena Auto
User reviews
Sunpie led light
From 182 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎨 Rich, vibrant colors available
- ⚡ Bright light output
- 👍 Easy installation process
- 🎵 Music sync feature (when working)
- 🎨 Wide variety of pre-programmed patterns
Room to improve
- 🐛 Bluetooth connectivity issues (most frequent complaint)
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
- 🐛 App fails to connect to lights
- 🐛 Lights get stuck on single colors
- 🐛 Lights won't turn off when commanded
Alpena Auto
From 125 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎨 Extensive customization options for individual light strips
- 🌈 Wide variety of color options and patterns available
- 💪 Durable hardware that survives harsh conditions
- ⚙️ Simple and intuitive app interface when working properly
- ✨ Impressive visual effects and lighting capabilities
Room to improve
- 🐛 Persistent Bluetooth connectivity issues
- 📱 App frequently fails to recognize connected devices
- 🔌 Unreliable connection that drops unexpectedly
- ⚠️ Recent app updates introduced critical bugs
- 🔋 Lights drain vehicle battery when not properly controlled
Bugs and requests
Sunpie led light
Reported bugs
15 issues- Bluetooth won't connect or frequently disconnects
- App won't launch or crashes on startup
- Music playback stops after short duration
- Color selection doesn't match displayed color
- Lights stuck on single color despite app commands
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- Lights won't turn off via app or remote
- App doesn't detect available Bluetooth devices
- Dream mode inaccessible
- Controller locks up and defaults to solid red
- Halos don't respond to app or remote control
- App loses all programmed settings/variations
- Music sync feature stops working mid-use
- Lights flicker and fail to maintain connection
- QR code scanner required as workaround
- App compatibility issues with recent iOS versions
Requested features
10 requests- Show selected color/pattern preview in app
- Save default colors and brightness settings
- Spotify and Apple Music integration
- Individual light control
- Custom background image upload
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- Microphone sensitivity adjustment
- Chasing light effects
- Dream mode accessibility fix
- Halo independent on/off control
- Clear, comprehensive user instructions
Alpena Auto
Reported bugs
16 issues- App won't connect to found devices after scanning
- Clicking on found devices produces no response
- Lights show as connected but cannot be controlled
- Color selection limited to white after updates
- App freezes when switching between multiple light sets
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- Bluetooth signal drops to 1 bar and disconnects automatically
- Lights turn off in wet conditions despite showing connected status
- App won't turn off lights (power glitch)
- Lights flicker when engine is idling
- App crashes when music is playing in background
- Update 2.1 prevents clicking on lights in app
- App stuck on v1 and won't update to v2
- Incompatibility with iOS 16 and iOS 17
- Lights flash white and disappear from app after selecting twinkle mode
- Module stops sending Bluetooth signal after short period
- Color wheel colors appear dull or don't work as advertised
Requested features
8 requests- Custom scene/pattern creation in app
- Music synchronization with lights
- Better app navigation and menu structure
- Strobe light functionality
- Ability to control multiple light sets without switching
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- Improved documentation and user manual in app
- Compatibility information for different products
- Auto-off timer to prevent battery drain
In-app purchases
Sunpie led light
No in-app purchases
Alpena Auto
No in-app purchases
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