Comparison

Sidus Link vs LED Light Controller Remote +

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

Head to head
About

Sidus Link

Control film lighting fixtures directly from your mobile device. This app offers advanced modes for white light, gels, color, and effects, with features for scene setup and collaboration. It supports over 100 fixtures and simplifies complex lighting workflows.

Highlights
  • Sidus Mesh Intelligent Lighting Network
  • White Light, Gel, Color, and Effect Modes
  • Unlimited Presets and QuickShots
  • On-set Workflow Management
  • Multi-device Control
  • Sidus Cloud and Creative Collaboration
Features
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Sidus Link provides a brand-new solution for film lighting control. Based on proprietary Sidus Mesh technology, it enables direct connection and control of over 100 film lighting fixtures using mobile devices like smartphones. Sidus Link integrates the most widely used and professional control functions and modes in the lighting field, including White Light Mode, Gel Mode, Color Mode, Effect Mode, and unlimited preset functions. With built-in Sidus Cloud and Creative Collaboration Group features, it simplifies workflows to help gaffers, DPs, and filmmakers quickly complete scene and lighting setups. Language Support: English Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Japanese Portuguese French Russian Vietnamese German 1. Sidus Mesh Intelligent Lighting Network 1.Decentralized film lighting network – No additional network equipment (gateways or routers) required; connect and control lighting fixtures directly via smartphones or other smart devices. 2.Multi-layer encryption ensures a secure and reliable lighting network, preventing interference and misoperation. 3.Supports 100+ professional lighting fixtures. 4.Multiple control devices (smartphones or other smart devices) can simultaneously control the same lighting network. 2. Basic Functions Supports four major control modes: White / Gel / Color / Effect. 2.1. White Light 1.CCT – Supports quick adjustment and touchpad-based control. 2.Source Type – Built-in common white light source library for fast selection. 3.Source Match – Quickly match any scene or cct 2.2. Gel Mode 1.Supports traditional CTO/CTB adjustments used in the film industry. 2.300+ Rosco® & Lee® lighting gels.Rosco® and Lee® trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners. 2.3. Color Mode 1.HSI & RGB modes for quick color adjustments. 2.XY Chromaticity Mode supports A Gamut (similar to BT.2020), DCI-P3, and BT.709 color spaces. 3.Color Picker – Instantly sample any visible color. 2.4. Effects Supports fine-tuning and control of all built-in lighting effects in Aputure fixtures. 2.5. Presets & QuickShots 1.Unlimited local presets. 2.QuickShot Scene Snapshots – Save and recall lighting setups instantly. 3. Advanced Effects Sidus Link App supports: PICKER FX MANUAL MUSIC FX Magic Program Pro/Go Magic Infinity FX 4. Compatibility 1.Sidus Link App supports connection and control of all new Aputure film lights, such as LS 300d II, MC, etc. 2.Legacy Aputure lights will require additional accessories for app connectivity and control.* 3.Supports OTA management – Network firmware and lighting updates for continuous optimization. 5. Sidus On-Set Lighting Workflow On-set workflow management – Create scenes, add devices, and quickly complete lighting setups. Console Workspace Mode – Quickly configure scenes and lighting. Group Management – Fast grouping and control of multiple fixtures. Power Management – Real-time monitoring of battery levels and remaining runtime. Device-Controller Parameter Sync – Instantly retrieve detailed device status and settings. QuickShot Scene Snapshots – Save and recall lighting setups. CC Collaboration Group Workflow Supports multi-user collaboration for controlling and adjusting lighting setups. 6. Sidus Cloud Services Free cloud storage for presets, scenes, and effects (requires compatible hardware/software; existing devices will be supported via firmware updates). CC Collaboration Group Workflow Share lighting networks with group members. Supports quick sharing via temporary verification codes. 7. UX Design Dual UI modes – Precise parameter control & WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get). Fixture Locator Button – Added to device lists and group management for quick identification. Onboarding guides – Clear instructions on adding/resetting devices.

About

LED Light Controller Remote +

Control your smart RGB lamps, strips, and bulbs with ease. Customize colors, saturation, and brightness for the perfect ambiance. Connects quickly via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

Highlights
  • Wide range of colors
  • Fast setup and connection
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support
  • Color palette customization
  • Brightness and saturation control
Features
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Create comfort in your room! Connect to your smart LED lamp or strip and customize your lighting with our app. Fast connection via Wifi or Bluetooth. Convenient palette of colors offers a large selection of shades. You can also choose saturation and brightness. - Wide range of colors - Fast setup and fast connection - Support both wifi and bluetooth - More unique features with subscription Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-_qtlGuT4vPcUFL1AgqZbel_S1sRs1yyqDeDBBEOT80/edit Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YP09EdzHDdzHjj4zUxodFpPsEFiaKPBinGpiYjp4910/edit

Screenshots

Sidus Link4 screens
LED Light Controller Remote +4 screens

Verdict

The call

Sidus Link and LED Light Controller Remote + both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 70% of Sidus Link's written reviews are positive against 31% of LED Light Controller Remote +'s. Sidus Link also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). LED Light Controller Remote +'s advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 626). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement 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. LED Light Controller Remote + sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Sidus Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Sidus Link against 4.4 for LED Light Controller Remote +. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LED Light Controller Remote + has 3.4K ratings behind it against 626, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of Sidus Link's written reviews are positive against 31% of LED Light Controller Remote +'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sidus Link ships an update every 2 weeks, LED Light Controller Remote + every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on August 26, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Sidus Link versus LED Light Controller Remote +: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSidus LinkLED Light Controller Remote +
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (626 ratings)4.4 (3.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews — better30.9% of reviews
Number of ratings6263.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1515.0
Further details — not scored
Size381 MB216 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSidus Link Ltd.Konrad Kiedrowicz

Customer experience

Sidus Link

All ratings626 ratings
Positive82.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative14.2%
Written reviews211 reviews
Positive69.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative24.6%

LED Light Controller Remote +

All ratings3,424 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative11.5%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive30.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative64.9%

User reviews

Sidus Link

From 626 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 🔒 Seamless connectivity
  • 💡 Powerful lighting control features
  • 🎨 Excellent color management
  • 🌟 Comprehensive ecosystem integration

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
  • 🔁 Frequent need to reconnect
  • 🕰️ Slow response times
  • 🔒 Unnecessary password requirements
  • 🤯 Confusing UI for advanced features

LED Light Controller Remote +

From 3.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Dynamic colors
  • 😊 Fun and easy to use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App freezing and crashing
  • 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
  • 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns

Bugs and requests

Sidus Link

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Inability to save/restore light settings
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Artnet support for lighting automation
  • Siri/voice control integration
  • Dedicated desktop/tablet app
  • Improved background operation and reconnection
  • More comprehensive tutorials and documentation

LED Light Controller Remote +

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not opening or loading
  • Connectivity issues
  • Subscription problems

Requested features

2 requests
  • More color options without subscription
  • Improved connectivity and stability

In-app purchases

None

Sidus Link

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

LED Light Controller Remote +

Subscriptions9
  • LED Special Offer$0.997 Days
  • PRO Led Light Controller Month$4.991 Month
  • PRO Led Light Controller Month3 Days trial2 variants$4.991 Month
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  • Premium Widget Features$6.997 Days
  • Widget Features Pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • LED Premium Subscription$6.997 Days
  • LED Premium Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Light Controller Premium1 Year trial$59.991 Year
  • LED Light Controller Premium1 Year trial$60.001 Year
One-time1
  • PRO Led Light Controller$11.99

Questions

Is Sidus Link free?
Sidus Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LED Light Controller Remote + free?
LED Light Controller Remote + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sidus Link or LED Light Controller Remote +?
LED Light Controller Remote + is rated higher. Sidus Link averages 4.3 out of 5 from 626 ratings, while LED Light Controller Remote + averages 4.4 from 3.4K ratings.
Do Sidus Link or LED Light Controller Remote + have ads?
LED Light Controller Remote + shows ads; Sidus Link does not.
Which is updated more often, Sidus Link or LED Light Controller Remote +?
Sidus Link ships an update every 2 weeks, and LED Light Controller Remote + every 8 days. Most recently, Sidus Link was updated on August 26, 2026 and LED Light Controller Remote + on September 23, 2026.

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