Comparison

Echo AR Scanner vs WLED Max

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

Head to head
About

Echo AR Scanner

Experience printed materials and objects in augmented reality. Scan QR codes or point your device at enhanced items to access critical client information. New experiences are added weekly, so enable notifications.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality experiences
  • QR code scanning
  • Object recognition AR
  • Access client information
  • Regular content updates
Features
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Echo clients can now experience printed materials, direct mail pieces, tradeshow displays and other items using Augmented Reality features. By scanning a QR code found in these items, or by pointing the device camera to an Echo AR enhanced object using this app, the user will be able to experience critical information about some of our clients. We will add more experiences every week so be sure to turn on push notifications!

About

WLED Max

Effortlessly control your WLED lights with a user-friendly interface. Manage multiple devices, customize effects, and update firmware directly from your iPhone or iPad. Offers advanced features like segment editing and device grouping.

Highlights
  • Effortless device setup and discovery
  • Full color and brightness control
  • 180+ effects with live animated previews
  • Visual segment editor for zone control
  • In-app WLED configuration
  • Device grouping and iCloud sync
  • OTA firmware updates
Features
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The best way to control your WLED lights. Built for iPhone and iPad from the ground up. Whether you just plugged in your first LED strip or you're running 20 devices across the house, WLED Max gives you fast, reliable, beautiful control. Free with all features for up to 2 devices. Unlock unlimited devices for $9.99. One-time purchase, no subscription. EFFORTLESS SETUP Open the app and your WLED devices appear automatically. Just tap to add them. Got a brand new device still in setup mode? A step-by-step wizard walks you through connecting it to your WiFi. No computer required. You can also add devices by IP address if they're on a different network. FULL CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Adjust brightness with a slider or tap 25/50/75/100% quick-set buttons. Pick colors from a full color wheel, choose from quick-access swatches, or dial in a warm-to-cool white temperature. Set up to 6 favorite effects for one-tap access. Everything responds instantly. 180+ EFFECTS WITH LIVE PREVIEWS Every WLED effect renders a live animated preview right in the grid. See exactly what each one looks like before you apply. Search, filter by category (solid, rainbow, fire, 2D, audio-reactive), and tune speed, intensity, custom parameters, and palette in real time. Pair any effect with any color palette. SEGMENTS STUDIO A visual zone editor with drag-to-resize and full 2D matrix support. Split a single LED strip into independent zones and give each one its own effect, colors, brightness, speed, and direction. Light your desk, shelf, and ceiling from one controller with completely different looks. The visual editor shows you exactly what you're building. FULL WLED CONFIG IN-APP Every native WLED setting is available right in the app: WiFi, LED layout, sync interfaces, schedules, macros, user mods, security, and updates. No more opening device IPs in your browser. DEVICE GROUPS Organize lights into groups like Living Room, Bedroom, or Gaming Setup with custom icons. Turn an entire group on or off with one tap. Devices can belong to multiple groups. PRESETS & CLOUD SYNC Save any lighting setup as a preset and reapply it instantly. Build playlists that cycle through your favorites. With iCloud sync, your presets follow you across all your Apple devices. Save on your iPhone, apply from your iPad. OTA FIRMWARE UPDATES Update your WLED firmware right from the app. WLED Max detects your device's chip type, downloads the correct file, and handles the install. Release notes included so you know what's new. WIDGETS & SIRI Add a power toggle to your Lock Screen and full power and brightness controls to your Home Screen. Use Siri to turn lights on, set colors, apply presets, trigger effects, or control groups. Completely hands-free. DESIGNED FOR YOUR SETUP Dark interface that looks great next to your LEDs. Clean card-based layout. Five tabs: Devices, Control, Effects, Presets, and Settings. Everything is exactly where you expect it. Download WLED Max and see what your lights can really do.

Screenshots

Echo AR Scanner2 screens
WLED Max4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Echo AR Scanner at none against WLED Max's 1. Echo AR Scanner also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). WLED Max's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, 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. WLED Max sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Echo AR Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Echo AR Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Echo AR Scanner ships an update every 2 months, WLED Max weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
Echo AR Scanner versus WLED Max: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEcho AR ScannerWLED Max
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better4.7 (3 ratings)
Number of ratings6 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperECHO Interaction Group Inc.MeowScript LLC

In-app purchases

None

Echo AR Scanner

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

WLED Max

One-time1
  • Premium — Unlimited Devices$9.99

Questions

Is Echo AR Scanner free?
Echo AR Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WLED Max free?
WLED Max is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Echo AR Scanner or WLED Max?
Echo AR Scanner is rated higher. Echo AR Scanner averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while WLED Max averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Echo AR Scanner or WLED Max have ads?
Neither Echo AR Scanner nor WLED Max shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Echo AR Scanner or WLED Max?
Echo AR Scanner ships an update every 2 months, and WLED Max weekly. Most recently, Echo AR Scanner was updated on September 26, 2026 and WLED Max on October 3, 2026.

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