Comparison

MSG Live Well vs POPLIGHT

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MSG Live Well

This app offers exclusive amenities for employees, including fitness class scheduling, event calendars, personalized wellness videos, and nutrition planning tools. It also provides company discounts and facilitates coworker fitness challenges by integrating with health tracking.

Highlights
  • Fitness and wellness class scheduling
  • Company and building event calendars
  • Personalized fitness/wellness video series
  • Nutrition planning tools
  • Company-sponsored discounts
  • Coworker fitness challenges
Features
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Welcome to MSG! This app is for everything MSG-related. All are welcome. Featuring HealthKit access for Step Challenge competition.

About

POPLIGHT

This app provides a convenient and affordable way to achieve the look of wall lighting without the complexities of traditional installation. It's ideal for renters concerned about damage and homeowners seeking a simpler, less expensive alternative.

Highlights
  • Easy installation
  • No mess or expense
  • Removable for renters
  • Cost-effective for homeowners
  • Protects security deposits
Features
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Poplight is the deal wall light for those who want the convenience and look of wall lighting without the hassle, mess, or expense of installing traditional wall sconces. If you rent your space: Poplight won't risk your security deposit and easily removes when it's time to move (plus you can re-install Poplight at your next place). If you own your place: Poplight is easier and less expensive to install than traditional wall sconces.

Screenshots

MSG Live Well4 screens
POPLIGHT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MSG Live Well at 5.0 against POPLIGHT's 1.7. POPLIGHT's advantage is ratings volume (113 vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MSG Live Well holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: POPLIGHT has 113 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MSG Live Well ships an update every 2 months, POPLIGHT every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MSG Live Well versus POPLIGHT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMSG Live WellPOPLIGHT
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better1.7 (113 ratings)
Positive reviews—7.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1113 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size172 MB117 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRefresh Software, INCPoplight LLC

Customer experience

MSG Live Well

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

POPLIGHT

All ratings68 ratings
Positive13.2%
Neutral7.4%
Negative79.4%
Written reviews57 reviews
Positive7.0%
Neutral5.3%
Negative87.7%

Bugs and requests

MSG Live Well

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

POPLIGHT

Reported bugs

74 issues
  • Lights not turning on/off
  • App losing connection frequently
  • Lights turning off by themselves
  • Timer not working
  • Grouping lights not working correctly
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  • App not remembering settings
  • Battery percentage inaccurate
  • Lights unsyncing from app
  • Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • App crashing or freezing
  • Error messages when using app
  • Difficulty re-syncing lights
  • Light temperature not adjustable
  • App prompts to refresh constantly
  • Back button inconsistent
  • Lights get stuck on previous timer
  • App controls only one of two lights
  • Lights not responding to app commands
  • App doesn't open to control screen
  • Physical buttons on lamp are touchy
  • Lights randomly unsynced
  • Buttons not reactive, require multiple taps
  • Cannot remove timer once set
  • Cannot adjust hour setting on custom timer
  • Grouping lights prevents individual control
  • App doesn't show correct light color
  • Support offered no solutions
  • Lights not working without app
  • App not working well
  • Lights lose connection to app frequently
  • Lights turn off unexpectedly
  • Timer set to 30 mins but lights turn off
  • Batteries fully charged but lights turn off
  • Light temp feature not working
  • Issues getting light to respond to connect to apps
  • Level included was empty
  • App has major problems with design
  • Bluetooth got worse when grouped
  • App is v1 and feels that way
  • Only one person can connect to lights
  • Basic bugs need to be fixed
  • App is really glitchy
  • Light temp is not warm enough
  • App is near-impossible to use
  • Have to delete and re-add lights every time
  • Light not working after charging
  • App can't find pop light via Bluetooth
  • App is THE WORST
  • Have to unsync and re-sync lights every day
  • App not user-friendly
  • Step after step to turn light on and off
  • Main issue is light won't turn on/off outside app
  • Takes multiple hits to turn on/off
  • Warm setting is still very cool
  • App design is more style over substance
  • Constantly lose connection with lamp via app
  • Have to go into Adjust Settings, re-connect, then turn on/off
  • Graphics are not great UI
  • App needs redesign
  • App has major problems with how it's designed
  • Doesn't open with a screen to turn on/off
  • Easier to change color of icon than turn on
  • Dropdown to select lights is finicky
  • Timer function doesn't have good feedback
  • Not clear if timer is one-time or recurring
  • No product documentation
  • Keeps prompting to refresh app
  • Grouped lights not linked to physical lamp
  • Bluetooth got worse when grouped
  • Lights feel and look cheap
  • Color tone is limited
  • Light occasionally turns off on its own
  • App has major problems with how it's designed
  • App is rife with bugs

Requested features

13 requests
  • Apple HomeKit integration
  • Widget for quick control
  • Remote control accessory
  • Darker light temperature option
  • Improved timer functionality
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  • Ability to control all lights at once
  • In-app notifications for low battery
  • More intuitive on/off button placement
  • Integration with Google/Apple/Alexa
  • Automation options for lights
  • Ability to customize timers more
  • Easier renaming of lights
  • Better feedback on timer status

In-app purchases

None

MSG Live Well

No in-app purchases

None

POPLIGHT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MSG Live Well free?
MSG Live Well is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is POPLIGHT free?
POPLIGHT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MSG Live Well or POPLIGHT?
MSG Live Well is rated higher. MSG Live Well averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while POPLIGHT averages 1.7 from 113 ratings.
Do MSG Live Well or POPLIGHT have ads?
Neither MSG Live Well nor POPLIGHT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MSG Live Well or POPLIGHT?
MSG Live Well ships an update every 2 months, and POPLIGHT every 3 weeks. Most recently, MSG Live Well was updated on October 6, 2026 and POPLIGHT on October 13, 2026.

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