PlashLights vs LSS Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PlashLights
Control RGB and RGBW LED lights with custom colors and pre-programmed patterns. Manage multiple zones and devices wirelessly via Bluetooth. Ideal for vehicles, pools, and entertainment spaces.
- Custom color selection via color wheel
- 32 pre-programmed flash, fade, and jump patterns
- Adjustable speed and intensity
- Control multiple zones with up to 8 devices each
- Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity
- Offline mode for learning
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PlashLights App is a professional-grade lighting controller made in the USA for RGB and RGBW LED lights with the ability to control multiple zones utilizing low energy Bluetooth technology. Engineered for simple control of lighting in boats, off-road vehicles, bars and restaurants, swimming pools, RV's, golf carts, and motorcycles. Use the color wheel to choose your custom color, choose from our 32 programmed flash, fade, and jump patterns, and change the speeds or intensity. Highlights: Menu Tabs/Pages: 1. Direct Color Selection Tab a) Color Selector(RGB/Hue), Wheel Style b) Palette/Preset/Saved Color Icons c) Updates selected color live as user drags d) Brightness Slider e) All elements appear on the same page without scrolling f) RGB color values displayed somewhere, value range is 0 - 255 2. Color Sequence Selection Tab a) Sequence Controls: i. Controls: On/Off, Play/Pause, Previous Sequence, Next Sequence ii. Intensity Slider iii. Speed +/- buttons or slider b) Scrolling rows of sequences, scrolls up c) 32 pre-programmed color sequences d) Clicking an icon triggers a command 3. Home Tab a) Select Zone - all commands are sent to all devices assigned to the currently selected zone. 4. Device Manager Tab a) Bluetooth Pairing and Connecting b) Device Zones i. Up to 8 zones with 8 devices each. ii. Assign currently paired BLE device to zone. Adds it to a list of devices assigned to zone. iii. Rename Zones - Up to 32(or 16) Character string 5. Information Tab a) Plashlights info: URL, phone number, logo, copyright b) App Info: Version, license, creator information c) Currently Connected Device Information Specifications: - Compatibility: bluetooth 4.0 (bluetooth phones of 4.0 or above) - Supports mobile phone system: IOS 6.0 - Operating Voltage: 12~24V DC - Software language: English - Control distance: 65 feet - Working temperature: - 4°F to 185°F - 100% MADE & ASSEMBLED IN USA This is just a small taste of what the PlashLights App can do. Please visit https://plashlights.com for more information. IMPORTANT: - PlashLights App requires external hardware to control lights, but can be used offline as a learning tool. - Multiple zones require multiple unit(s) of hardware.
LSS Remote
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Introducing the simplest solution for controlling your addressable pixel LED strips directly from your mobile phone. This user-friendly app works seamlessly with Reactivo 2, SPI Matrix, and LEC3 (LED Ethernet Controller 3) devices, providing you with unparalleled convenience and flexibility. With this app, you can: - Play a wide variety of animations directly from the SD card, bringing your LED strips to life with stunning visual effects. - Select and customize the perfect color for your pixel LED strip, allowing you to create personalized lighting displays. - Create multi-device zones, making it easier than ever to set up and control all the pixels in your living room or any designated area simultaneously. - Access the web configuration of any device within your home network, providing you with quick and convenient access to device settings. - Group multiple devices together, enabling you to control them collectively with just a few taps on your mobile phone. Experience the ultimate convenience and control as you effortlessly manage your addressable pixel LED strips using our intuitive mobile app. Transform your lighting setup into a dynamic and mesmerizing visual experience with unparalleled ease.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LSS Remote at every 2 months against PlashLights's every 13 months. PlashLights's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PlashLights ships an update every 13 months, LSS Remote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PlashLights | LSS Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PlashLights LLC. | Showtacle Ltd. |
In-app purchases
PlashLights
No in-app purchases
LSS Remote
No in-app purchases









