Comparison

Ledlenser Connect vs STRIKER™ Cast

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

Head to head
About

Ledlenser Connect

Remotely control and customize your Bluetooth® connectable lights. Create custom profiles with specific settings for various applications, and set timers for automatic on/off functionality. Some advanced features require an in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Remote light control via Bluetooth®
  • Customizable light settings
  • Create and save custom profiles
  • Set on/off timers
  • Light Pattern Control
  • Smart blink function for intervals
Features
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With Ledlenser Connect, you can control and personalize your Ledlenser light via Bluetooth®. The app allows you to adjust your Ledlenser’s light settings to suit your needs. You can create custom profiles, ensuring you always have the right light for your specific application. On some models, timers allow you to schedule when the light turns on and off. Profiles and timers are available for an additional charge on certain models. This feature is not available for H19R models (2026 editions) and the H21R. Compatible with: Ledlenser HF8R Core/Work/Signature, MH11/iH11R, H7R Signature, H19R, H19R Pro, H19R Signature (2020 & 2026 editions), H21R, Bluetooth® 21700 Li-Ion Batterybox, Bluetooth® 2x 21700 Li-Ion Batterybox, Wireless Remote Control Type A, and ML6 Connect WL. Remote and Direct Control: You can control your light not only via the physical switch but also in real-time using the app. This is particularly useful when the light is out of reach—such as when it is hanging or mounted. You can access all the light functions available on the specific model. The "Light Pattern Control" function even allows you to customize the beam pattern of the HF8R, H19R, and H21R (available as a paid upgrade for HF8R Core/Work models), ensuring you have the perfect light for any situation. Personalize Your Light Settings: The "Profiles" section lets you easily select the light functions best suited to your needs. You can configure settings for up to eight different profiles—such as hiking, camping, or working in the dark—tailored to your specific activities. Within a profile, you can freely define up to six light functions—such as brightness, light color, and other features depending on the lamp model. You can send your custom light program to your lamp with the push of a button. It is then immediately available via the lamp's switch—even without a smartphone. Available as a paid upgrade for the HF8R Core/Work. SOS function: In emergency situations, you can use the SOS button to directly transmit an international visual distress signal. The Alpine distress signal is also available on the ML6 Connect WL as well as all HF8R, H19R (2026 Edition), and H21R models. This is helpful, for instance, if mobile phone reception fails in the mountains and mountain rescue services are needed. Light at the right time: On certain models, this function allows you to schedule the lamp to turn on or off at a specific time. This lets you use the light to wake up or ensures the light turns off after a set period to conserve battery life—for example, if you fall asleep. You can also choose whether the light should gradually dim when turning off or gradually brighten when turning on. Available as a paid upgrade for the HF8R Core/Work. This feature is not available for H19R models (2026 editions) and the H21R. Keep track of time with a flashing signal: In certain situations—such as interval training or specific tasks performed in the dark—keeping track of time is important. It is convenient not to have to look at a watch. On some models, your lamp can signal that a specific number of minutes has passed by flashing after a custom-set time interval. The light remains on continuously between intervals but flashes briefly once. With multiple consecutive intervals, "Smart Blink" can indicate the number of completed intervals, allowing you to see at a glance how much total time has elapsed. Available as a paid upgrade for the HF8R Core/Work. This feature is not available for H19R models (2026 editions) and the H21R.

About

STRIKER™ Cast

Enhance your fishing trips by wirelessly connecting your mobile device to a portable sonar unit. Visualize fish and underwater structures in real-time, with options for traditional sonar or ice fishing modes. Create custom maps and mark your favorite fishing spots for easier returns.

Highlights
  • Wireless sonar streaming up to 200'
  • Displays fish and structure in detail
  • Traditional 2-D sonar and ice fishing modes
  • Automatic setting adjustments
  • Custom map creation with 1' contours
  • Mark favorite fishing spots
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Why guess where to find fish? See exactly where they’re hiding with STRIKER™ Cast portable fishfinder and the STRIKER Cast app. This app lets you pair your mobile device with the sonar device and start fishing in minutes. Cast from shore, dock or watercraft, and reel back in to locate and display fish on your iPhone or iPad. With the STRIKER Cast GPS model, you can even create your own custom maps with 1’ contours. This app is not intended to be a standalone fishing or sonar app. • Sonar streams wirelessly from up to 200’ away • Displays fish and structure in crisp, easy-to-interpret detail • Choose from easy-to-understand traditional 2-D sonar and ice fishing flasher modes • Includes automatic setting adjustments for gain, range and more • Access maps with up to 1’ contours from the Garmin Quickdraw™ Community or create your own • Mark your favorite fishing spots so you can easily find your way back Make your first cast a STRIKER Cast. Please note: Continuous use of GPS can shorten battery life.

Screenshots

Ledlenser Connect4 screens
STRIKER™ Cast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: STRIKER™ Cast at none against Ledlenser Connect's 2. STRIKER™ Cast also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 66%) and ratings volume (185 vs 55). Ledlenser Connect's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 16 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, 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. Ledlenser Connect sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. STRIKER™ Cast asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

STRIKER™ Cast holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 185 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Ledlenser Connect's written reviews are positive against 82% of STRIKER™ Cast's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ledlenser Connect ships an update every 4 months, STRIKER™ Cast every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Ledlenser Connect versus STRIKER™ Cast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLedlenser ConnectSTRIKER™ Cast
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (55 ratings)4.7 (185 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.2% of reviews81.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings55185 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 16 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB155 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLedlenser GmbH & Co. KGGarmin

Customer experience

Ledlenser Connect

All ratings55 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral3.6%
Negative7.3%
Written reviews68 reviews
Positive66.2%
Neutral16.2%
Negative17.6%

STRIKER™ Cast

All ratings185 ratings
Positive92.4%
Neutral3.2%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral6.8%
Negative11.4%

Bugs and requests

Ledlenser Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

STRIKER™ Cast

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App won't connect to Garmin server after restart
  • Connectivity drops within 30 meters
  • App requires login even in areas with no cell service
  • Device won't reconnect after disconnecting
  • App freezes on certain phone models
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  • Offline functionality unavailable
  • Account creation failures
  • Accuracy degradation over time
  • Requires frequent app restarts

Requested features

14 requests
  • Fish alarm audio notification
  • Split screen sonar and map view
  • Fish size estimation capability
  • Fish species identification
  • Offline map downloading
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  • Integration with Navionics app
  • Regular app updates and improvements
  • Satellite imagery layer for maps
  • Device location tracking if lost
  • Replaceable battery option
  • USB-C charging connector
  • 3D sonar visualization
  • Larger depth and temperature display
  • Lake name identification

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Ledlenser Connect

One-time2
  • HF8R Work Upgrade$8.99
  • Upgrade for your HF8R Work$8.99
None

STRIKER™ Cast

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ledlenser Connect free?
Ledlenser Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is STRIKER™ Cast free?
STRIKER™ Cast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Ledlenser Connect or STRIKER™ Cast?
STRIKER™ Cast is rated higher. Ledlenser Connect averages 4.5 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while STRIKER™ Cast averages 4.7 from 185 ratings.
Do Ledlenser Connect or STRIKER™ Cast have ads?
Neither Ledlenser Connect nor STRIKER™ Cast shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ledlenser Connect or STRIKER™ Cast?
Ledlenser Connect ships an update every 4 months, and STRIKER™ Cast every 16 months. Most recently, Ledlenser Connect was updated on November 2, 2026 and STRIKER™ Cast on November 3, 2026.

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