Comparison

Fast Control for Philips Hue vs IgotmyBarCode

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

Head to head
About

Fast Control for Philips Hue

Control your Philips Hue lights with custom voice commands using Siri. Create immersive atmospheres for relaxation, romance, or parties. Automate light effects with other tasks using the Shortcuts app.

Highlights
  • Custom Siri voice commands
  • Create custom light scenes
  • Automate tasks with Shortcuts app
  • Offline functionality
  • Supports HomeKit & Siri
Features
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"Start Zen Mode." Just say this and let the relaxing sounds and lights flow into your home. With Shortcuts for Hue you can control your lights by recording custom Siri Shortcuts to transform your house into a relaxing place, a romantic moment or a great party, using only your voice! You can even use Shortcuts app to automate multiple tasks combined with the in-app sounds and lights. INSTRUCTIONS: After launching the app and setting up your Philips Hue Bridge and Lights, go to settings app on your iPhone, Siri & Search, add the shortcut "Custom Shortcut for Zen, Love or Party Mode" and record your personalized command. After this, every time you say this command to Siri, the app will launch and execute the proper sound and light effects! Note that the last used mode will be the one executed (marked with a green tick). You can also use Shortcuts app to automate multiple tasks. Just add the "Custom Shortcut for Zen, Love or Party Mode" action with another tasks, like do something based on your current location, etc to your shortcut flow and let the magic begin! Download Shortcuts fot Hue Lights now! *Optional Subscription: - Shortcuts For Hue Lights offers a PRO monthly subscription at USD $2.99 and a 3-month at $9.99, please note prices may vary depending on sales taxes or countries. - You will be asked to login to your iTunes account (if not already) prior to the purchase and the payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Additional information is provided stating that subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. PRIVACY POLICY: No information is shared between third parties or the developer, as this application is offline. Therefore, your data remains just for you.
 Terms Of Use: https://bit.ly/2RZAQDU

About

IgotmyBarCode

Discover local events, food, and drink specials at bars and restaurants. Enjoy exclusive offers and a free drink daily. Elevate your dining and nightlife experiences with this app.

Highlights
  • Event discovery
  • Food and drink specials
  • Exclusive offers
  • Daily free drink
  • Socialize and discover
Features
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Barcode is the app for people with FOMO. Discover exciting events at bars and restaurants, irresistible food and drink specials, plus enjoy a FREE DRINK EVERYDAY! Satisfy your cravings, socialize and discover all the cool happenings in your area with BarCode today! Cheers to unforgettable experiences and exclusive offers, all in the palm of your hand. Download now and elevate your dining, entertainment and nightlife adventures! Subscription Plans: Subscription Title: "Full Feature Access" Length: "Monthly Subscription" Price: "$9.99 per month" Subscription Title: "Full Feature Access" Length: "Yearly Subscription" Price: "$99 per year" Payments and Renewal: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase. Terms of Use: https://app.termly.io/document/eula/5e9fe919-f551-49c9-8362-87f5f783c391 Privacy Policy : https://app.termly.io/document/privacy-policy/aeca6dc2-a7d0-4aa5-93aa-7ab414044154

Screenshots

Fast Control for Philips Hue4 screens
IgotmyBarCode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IgotmyBarCode at 100% against Fast Control for Philips Hue's 0%. IgotmyBarCode also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 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. Fast Control for Philips Hue sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and IgotmyBarCode sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fast Control for Philips Hue ships an update every 4 months, IgotmyBarCode every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Fast Control for Philips Hue versus IgotmyBarCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFast Control for Philips HueIgotmyBarCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB80 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperLucas YamashitaBarCode App LLC

Customer experience

Fast Control for Philips Hue

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

IgotmyBarCode

All ratings13 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Fast Control for Philips Hue

Subscriptions2
  • Shortcuts For Hue Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Shortcuts 3M Subscription$9.993 Months
One-time2
  • Shortcuts for Hue - Remove Ads$0.99
  • Shortcuts for Hue PRO Upgrade$1.99
2 purchases

IgotmyBarCode

Subscriptions2
  • Premium User Monthly14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium User Yearly2 Months trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Fast Control for Philips Hue free?
Fast Control for Philips Hue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IgotmyBarCode free?
IgotmyBarCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Fast Control for Philips Hue or IgotmyBarCode have ads?
Neither Fast Control for Philips Hue nor IgotmyBarCode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fast Control for Philips Hue or IgotmyBarCode?
Fast Control for Philips Hue ships an update every 4 months, and IgotmyBarCode every 2 weeks. Most recently, Fast Control for Philips Hue was updated on November 2, 2026 and IgotmyBarCode on November 3, 2026.

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