Lyte vs AppSphere
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lyte
Never worry about a dead phone again. Rent a portable charger from a network of stations and return it at any other station in the city. Ideal for travel or when you're out and about.
- Rent portable chargers
- Return at any station
- 5000mAh power
- iOS charging cables included
- Map view to find stations
- Available in Los Angeles and London
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Ever go out having fun but nervous about phone almost dying? Ever travel to a different city but forgot your charger? With Lyte, you won't ever have to worry about this again! Lyte allows you to rent a portable charger and return from any charging stations in the city. What is Lyte? Lyte provides a network of stations where you can rent and return a portable phone charger anywhere in the city. These chargers come with 5000mAh of power and cables for iOS devices. How does Lyte work? 1. Open Lyte app and find charging stations close to you. 2. Scan QR code on charging station to release a portable charger. 3. Use the right cable to charge your phone. 4. Push the portable charger back into an open slot on any charging station across the map. Where can I find Lyte? You can find Lyte charging stations by accessing the map view in the app and locate the stations near you. We are currently available in Los Angeles, US and London, UK with plans to expand to 10+ major cities in the world by the end of 2020. If you are interested in having a Lyte charging station near you, please email us at contact@lyte.city :) How much do I pay? Lyte charges $1 or £1 / 30 mins depending on your location. If a portable charger is not returned in 24 hours, we will charge a flat fee of 29.90 or £29.90 loss fee and terminate the order on your phone. After that, the portable charger is yours to keep.
AppSphere
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In both your journeys and daily routines, where connectivity is crucial and the fear of running out of battery is ever-present, the necessity to charge mobile devices arises frequently. AppSphere offers a convenient and efficient self-service power bank rental service. Our services include: • Rental: Locate a merchant site on the app, click "Scan to Rent" to scan the cabinet's QR code, and easily rent a mobile power bank. •Return: Simply return the power bank to the cabinet after use to complete the process. Why choose our app? •Convenience: Renting a power bank is a breeze with just a few steps, enhancing the convenience of your life. •Safety and reliability: Our power banks are guaranteed to be of high quality, ensuring your peace of mind. Download our app now and say goodbye to charging woes!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: AppSphere at every 3 weeks against Lyte's every 6 months. 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.
Lyte ships an update every 6 months, AppSphere every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lyte | AppSphere |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (16 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 36.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 16 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 100 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lyte Charging Inc | Shenzhen Bairuisi Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
Lyte
No in-app purchases
AppSphere
No in-app purchases









