Comparison

3D LED FAN vs FairyNest

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

Head to head
About

3D LED FAN

This app controls a 3D LED fan to display cool 3D graphics, animations, or videos. Users can manage files, modify device settings, and update firmware via Wi-Fi. An advanced version allows remote file updates through a server.

Highlights
  • 3D graphics and animation display
  • File upload, deletion, and formatting
  • Wi-Fi hotspot management
  • Device name and firmware updates
  • Remote file updates via server (network version)
Features
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Our equipment is mainly used in the image reproduction environment of major shopping malls and other large venues; this equipment is mainly based on the operation of the 3D LED FAN App on the mobile phone, through the rotation of the LED light bar, using the principle of human eyes to form cool 3D graphics , Animation or video. Single version: Users only need to connect the mobile phone to the WiFI hotspot issued by the device, open the software, and then upload, delete, format files in the device, and modify the WiFi hotspot information, set the device name, and update the device firmware. And so on. The device can be connected to the router, and the network version can be used to operate the device after the connection is successful. Network version: The user can upload the files in the mobile phone to the server through the online version, and then update the files to the device through the server, which is no longer limited to manipulation near the device.

About

FairyNest

Control your smart home LED devices remotely via the internet. This app offers easy setup and an excellent user experience, integrating with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa.

Highlights
  • Remote control over internet
  • Amazon Alexa integration
  • Control LED controllers
  • Control LED switches
  • Control LED bulbs
  • Easy setup
Features
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FairyNest is designed for smart home LED controller, switch, LED bulb... -- Remote control you device over internet. -- Works with Amazon Alexa and some other smart speakers. -- easy set up, excellent experience.

Screenshots

3D LED FAN4 screens
FairyNest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 3D LED FAN at 2.9 against FairyNest's 2.0. 3D LED FAN also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 23%). FairyNest's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ratings volume (88 vs 20). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. 3D LED FAN sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. FairyNest asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3D LED FAN holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 88 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of 3D LED FAN's written reviews are positive against 23% of FairyNest's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

3D LED FAN ships an update every 5 weeks, FairyNest every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
3D LED FAN versus FairyNest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter3D LED FANFairyNest
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (20 ratings) — better2.0 (88 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better22.5% of reviews
Number of ratings2088 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size115 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer永泉 官Shenzhen Sperll Optoelectronic Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

3D LED FAN

All ratings20 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

FairyNest

All ratings87 ratings
Positive21.8%
Neutral6.9%
Negative71.3%
Written reviews80 reviews
Positive22.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative65.0%

Bugs and requests

3D LED FAN

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

FairyNest

Reported bugs

71 issues
  • PIN code not sent for signup/reset
  • App crashes on login/signup
  • Device disconnects frequently
  • Cannot log in or sign up
  • Servers offline
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  • Device shows offline when on
  • Binding failed during connection
  • Hotspot not created for manual setup
  • Country dropdown not functioning for Google Home
  • App stopped working after a month
  • Controller disconnects and won't reconnect
  • Device offline and stuck on one mode
  • Cannot connect to Sky Combined WiFi
  • Failed device error
  • Device is off error
  • Unable to login or change password
  • No more data error
  • Manual connection fails
  • Login fails with password
  • PIN code not sent to phone or email
  • Phone number signup not working
  • Sign up fails to send PIN
  • App crashes when trying to log in
  • Login screen freezes
  • Cannot connect to WiFi
  • Device networking but won't connect
  • SP network not showing up
  • Configuration fails
  • Cannot control dynamic functions via Google Home
  • Cannot group strips in the app
  • Login issues after logout
  • Cannot re-pair device
  • Cannot get unit to enter pairing mode
  • Device disconnects and goes offline daily
  • App requires precise location for Wi-Fi
  • Login function, password reset, and create new account features do not function
  • Unable to integrate with Google Home
  • App no longer operational
  • Setup options not working
  • Device or network not recognized
  • Sign up phone number option not working
  • App crashes on login
  • App stopped working and logged user out
  • Lights blink faintly and controller disconnects
  • Quick start fails at step one
  • Manual setup fails to create hotspot
  • Cannot add lights
  • Device is off error
  • Cannot connect WiFi
  • Binding failed
  • Manual connection fails
  • Device is off when it's on
  • App says device is off but can still control it
  • Cannot edit light settings when device is not found
  • Device won't connect
  • Cannot connect controller to network
  • Controller only supports 2.4GHz WiFi
  • Not enough power during configuration
  • Signal too weak during configuration
  • Compatible issue
  • Hotspot name has strange texts or emoji
  • Controller is offline after configuration
  • Firmware update not fixing issue
  • Auto Mode & Manual Mode failing
  • Device is networking but won't connect
  • Device is off
  • Cannot connect to wifi
  • Device is off
  • Cannot edit light settings in event device cannot be found
  • App says device is off but can still turn off and on with app
  • Cannot connect to wifi

Requested features

12 requests
  • Group lights control
  • More dynamic patterns/scenes
  • Share function for devices
  • Scene function for Alexa/Google
  • Apple Shortcuts Integration
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  • Set total LED count and define segments
  • SDK or API for custom apps
  • Music sync via phone microphone
  • Split color control on strip
  • Warm white color control via Alexa
  • Flash mode (immediate color change)
  • Strobe function (white flash)

In-app purchases

6 purchases

3D LED FAN

One-time6
  • 购买6元积分$0.99
  • 购买18元积分$2.99
  • 购买38元积分$4.99
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  • 购买68元积分$9.99
  • 购买128元积分$19.99
  • 购买298元积分$39.99
None

FairyNest

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 3D LED FAN free?
3D LED FAN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FairyNest free?
FairyNest is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 3D LED FAN or FairyNest?
3D LED FAN is rated higher. 3D LED FAN averages 2.9 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while FairyNest averages 2.0 from 88 ratings.
Do 3D LED FAN or FairyNest have ads?
Neither 3D LED FAN nor FairyNest shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 3D LED FAN or FairyNest?
3D LED FAN ships an update every 5 weeks, and FairyNest every 2 months. Most recently, 3D LED FAN was updated on October 25, 2026 and FairyNest on October 24, 2026.

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