Comparison

Lighting RGB vs NANLINK

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

Head to head
About

Lighting RGB

Features
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Dear user, according to Apple's App policy, we uploaded this App to replace the original multiple Apps.You can use this App to control light by bluetooth.You can set the brightness and color of the fixture.

About

NANLINK

This wireless lighting control app allows users to manage light fixtures via Bluetooth and 2.4G protocols. It enables full control of individual or multiple fixtures synchronously for creating lighting effects and improving production efficiency.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth and 2.4G wireless control
  • Individual and group fixture control
  • Synchronous control of multiple fixtures
  • Creation of lighting effects
  • Scenario and group-based design
  • Full control of HSL and intensity
Features
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NANLINK APP, a wireless lighting control application designed and developed by Guangdong Nanguang Photo&Video Systems Co.,Ltd, allows for controlling light fixtures via Bluetooth Network and 2.4G Wireless Protocol. The APP is compatible with devices that run on IOS and iPadOS operating systems. Based on the design concept of scenario and group, NANLINK can assist gaffers and cinematographers with the creation of fascinating lighting effects through the full control of individual fixture and multiple fixtures synchronously, thus to achieve more production efficiency at the shooting scenes.

Screenshots

Lighting RGB4 screens
NANLINK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NANLINK at every 2 weeks against Lighting RGB's every 7 months. Lighting RGB's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lighting RGB ships an update every 7 months, NANLINK every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Lighting RGB versus NANLINK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLighting RGBNANLINK
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.0 (93 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—19.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—93 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNINGBO EAST PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.Guangdong Nanguang Photo&Video Systems Co., Ltd

Bugs and requests

Lighting RGB

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NANLINK

Reported bugs

59 issues
  • Lights spontaneously lose connection
  • Short delay between tapping light and settings appearing
  • Presets buried several levels deep
  • Lights spontaneously lose connection
  • Short delay between tapping into a light and the settings coming up
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  • Fixture groups not working after upgrading to Nanlink 2.0
  • Lose signal if further than 8ft from unit
  • App lagging and poorly working
  • Constantly drops connection
  • App constantly crashes
  • Recent update erased presets
  • Grouping issues after update
  • Cannot add fixtures to groups
  • App won't work without supplying personal info
  • Layout doesn't adapt well to iPad, wasted space
  • Login difficult, fields won't allow pasting from password manager
  • No import of existing scenes on iPad
  • App not working with Pavotubes
  • Bluetooth not working for T8-7x
  • Inconsistent operation, will not pair with lights
  • Exiting and reopening app locks up trying to re-pair
  • App asks for excessive permissions (photos, emails, texts)
  • New update killed presets and dropped connection to all fixtures
  • App doesn't work with new iPhones (dynamic island)
  • Cannot go back from one tube's settings to the previous screen
  • Settings don't seem to save
  • CCT mode doesn't work at all
  • Driving mode ambient dimming won't work
  • Poor Bluetooth connection, short range
  • Menu button placement issues (near phone's clock)
  • Never saves profiles or auto-connects to fixtures
  • App broken with iOS 16.2
  • Most of the effects not working
  • App can't find FS-150
  • Cannot complete registration (activation code never emailed)
  • App is abysmal, not user friendly
  • Cannot connect to Forza 300b
  • Settings changes on iPhone don't affect light
  • Lose connection as soon as 2 lights are connected
  • App is a complete waste of time, does nothing
  • Never responsive, struggles to keep up with changing settings
  • Server down, cannot create account or log in
  • App crashes on login
  • App crashes upon login attempt
  • App crashes every time on sign in
  • Overrides light values when connecting
  • Impossible to fine-tune a light on a set unless connected beforehand
  • Won't connect
  • Fail connection in groups
  • Slow app
  • Doesn't see most fixtures
  • Cannot get verification code to create an account
  • App freezes repeatedly after entering name, password, and verification code
  • Cannot login, stuck or frozen at login page
  • App freezes repeatedly after entering name password and verification code
  • App crashes on login with iPhone 13 pro
  • App crashes at login
  • App crashes upon login attempt
  • App crashes every time on sign in

Requested features

13 requests
  • Allow individual light adjustment within groups
  • Make connection more stable
  • Make settings appear instantly
  • UX overhaul, make important settings accessible
  • Put preset saving feature front and center
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  • Adaptive interface for iPads
  • Master control to adjust all lights simultaneously
  • Add a 'Streetlight' mode effect
  • Allow users to choose between HSI & CCT control for transmitter box
  • Add a demo mode
  • Offline mode for app usage
  • Gang effects across groups of lights for consistency
  • Allow multicolor effects at assignable points

In-app purchases

None

Lighting RGB

No in-app purchases

None

NANLINK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lighting RGB free?
Lighting RGB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NANLINK free?
NANLINK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lighting RGB or NANLINK have ads?
Neither Lighting RGB nor NANLINK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lighting RGB or NANLINK?
Lighting RGB ships an update every 7 months, and NANLINK every 2 weeks. Most recently, Lighting RGB was updated on November 7, 2026 and NANLINK on November 3, 2026.

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