Comparison

Starfish Smart Lighting vs Nexus Auto

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

Head to head
About

Starfish Smart Lighting

Control your home lighting remotely and create custom scenes for atmosphere, security, and convenience. Integrate with voice assistants for hands-free operation and manage access for family and guests.

Highlights
  • Remote lighting control
  • Custom scene creation
  • Voice assistant integration
  • Multi-user access
  • Guest access control
  • Scheduling and automation
  • Color changing options
Features
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Satco’s STARFISHTM app brings you a simple, scalable, smart lighting solution! STARFISHTM Smart lighting connects life and home together helping enhance convenience, security, atmosphere and wellness. The STARFISHTM app synchronizes your life and home using mobile and activated devices. Transition daily routines, add light for safety, color the atmosphere, STARFISHTM connects your home and life. COMPATIBILITY The STARFISHTM app integrates with Hey Google, Siri, and Alexa for voice control. STARFISHTM is also compatible with SmartThingsTM for total home integration. CONNECT ANYONE Your STARFISHTM home allows for secure multi-device and multi-user access. The whole family can connect, set scenes and personalize their space. When you have guests they can enjoy the freedom of smart light control and you can set the parameters. Allow for control of a room through "device" selection, or give them control of the entire home. Guests can operate STARFISHTM without disrupting your settings or you can allow them to create their own settings—it's up to you. CONNECT ANYWHERE Access your home through the STARFISHTM app with your secure login anywhere in the world. You will never be out of touch. SECURITY Whether lighting your way for a sure-footed path or gaining peace of mind while you’re away, STARFISHTM adds that extra layer of security though automations and control of your home using voice activation and mobile technology. ATMOSPHERE Create the mood. Dynamic scene setting with millions of colors strike up just the right atmosphere. Tone the room, dim the lights, own that personal space! Combine color changing products, light settings, groupings and electronics to personalize the moment. CONVENIENCE Set up your home to transition with your daily activities. Adjust the intensity of light to coincide with a task. Make certain your lights are off when you leave. Schedule your light so you return in the evening to a safe and well-lit home. You can voice activate lighting in an emergency. WELLNESS When you wake, set your lighting to gently follow the sleep/wake cycle, correlate color temperatures to adjust with natural daylight, match your lighting to seasonal patterns. Natural and human centric lighting are thought to enhance wellness and positivity.

About

Nexus Auto

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Nexus Auto is the ultimate digital glovebox for your vehicle, designed to replace messy paper receipts and faded windshield stickers with a clean, mobile-first solution. Our app serves as a centralized hub for car owners who want to maximize their vehicle's lifespan, track every dollar spent, and stay ahead of critical maintenance milestones. Whether you manage a single daily driver or a household fleet, Nexus Auto provides the tools to organize your automotive life and protect your vehicle's resale value with ease. The app features a comprehensive service history log where you can record every repair, inspection, and maintenance task in seconds. You can track the date, mileage, service provider, and total costs, while also adding specific notes about parts used to keep your records professional and precise. To ensure your car stays in peak condition, the app uses smart maintenance reminders that track your mileage and time intervals to send proactive alerts for oil changes, tire rotations, and air filter replacements. Beyond basic maintenance, Nexus Auto offers secure digital storage for your essential vehicle documents. You can track manufacturer and extended warranties to know exactly what is covered and when it expires, and keep digital copies of insurance and registration for quick access during emergencies. By snapping photos of your service receipts, you build a verified history that provides peace of mind for you and potential future buyers. Our intuitive interface is built for the modern driver, making it simple to monitor vehicle health and manage multiple cars from a single account. By catching small issues early through consistent tracking and maintaining a documented service history, you save money on expensive long-term repairs and increase your car's investment value. Download Nexus Auto today to take the guesswork out of car care and keep your vehicle running smoother for longer.

Screenshots

Starfish Smart Lighting4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Starfish Smart Lighting at 3 against Nexus Auto's —. On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Starfish Smart Lighting versus Nexus Auto: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStarfish Smart LightingNexus Auto
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews51.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size264 MB45 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSatco Products, INCDavid Anusontarangkul

Bugs and requests

Starfish Smart Lighting

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Lights turning on unexpectedly after power outages
  • Inconsistent color settings after turning lights on/off
  • App freezing and unresponsive
  • Inability to connect new devices after router upgrade

Requested features

4 requests
  • Localized sunset/sunrise support for scheduling
  • Native HomeKit support
  • Improved documentation and app localization
  • Better power outage handling

Nexus Auto

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Starfish Smart Lighting

No in-app purchases

None

Nexus Auto

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Starfish Smart Lighting free?
Starfish Smart Lighting is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nexus Auto free?
Nexus Auto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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