Comparison

BanlanX vs NLN Flow Controller

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

Head to head
About

BanlanX

Control a series of LED controllers with a wide range of features. Enhance your LED products with more lighting effects and unlock new creative possibilities.

Highlights
  • Control series of LED controllers
  • Enhanced user experience
  • More lighting effects
  • Unlock new possibilities
Features
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BanlanX is an App designed for a series of LED controllers, with a wide range of features to provide user a better experience for LED products, more lighting effects, and more possibilities.

About

NLN Flow Controller

Control your LED strip lights with a wide range of colors and dynamic effects. Customize brightness, speed, and group multiple devices for synchronized or individual zone control. The app offers a smart, dark-mode interface for easy operation and reliable Bluetooth connectivity.

Highlights
  • Millions of color options
  • 50+ dynamic lighting effects
  • Adjustable brightness and speed
  • Group and zone control for multiple devices
  • Save favorite colors and effects
  • Intuitive dark-mode interface
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Take full control of your LED strip lights with NLN Flow Controller. Connect via Bluetooth and unlock a world of colors, effects, and customization. Whether you're setting the mood for a movie night, creating an immersive gaming atmosphere, or adding vibrant accents to your home, NLN Flow gives you complete control at your fingertips. Complete Color Control Choose from millions of colors using the intuitive RGB color wheel. Tap quick-select colors for instant changes, or fine-tune the perfect shade for any occasion. Save up to 6 favorite colors for one-tap access to your go-to looks. 50+ Lighting Effects Transform your space with over 50 built-in dynamic effects. From smooth breathing patterns and flowing waves to energetic meteor showers and colorful flashes, there's an effect for every mood. Save up to 6 favorite modes so your best effects are always one tap away. Precision Adjustments Fine-tune your lighting experience with adjustable brightness and effect speed controls. Use the sliders for smooth transitions or the +/- buttons for precise step-by-step adjustments. Your settings are saved automatically so your lights remember your preferences. Powerful Group Control Control multiple LED devices together as a group. The redesigned group interface makes it easy to manage all your lights from one screen. Create groups for different rooms or zones and switch between them effortlessly. Zone Control New device selection feature lets you choose exactly which devices receive your commands. Control your entire group at once, or select specific devices to create distinct lighting zones. Perfect for setups where you want different areas to respond independently. Smart Design The clean, dark-mode interface is designed for easy use in any lighting condition. Collapsible controls keep the screen uncluttered while giving you full access to every feature when you need it. Visual indicators show connection status for each device at a glance. Reliable Connectivity Improved Bluetooth communication ensures your commands are received quickly and consistently. Enhanced stability when controlling multiple devices means fewer dropped connections and more responsive lighting. Supported Controllers: - SP105E - SP110E - Compatible Bluetooth LED controllers Perfect For: - Gaming setups and PC builds - Home accent lighting - Bedroom and living room ambiance - Party and event lighting - TV backlighting - Holiday decorations - Architectural lighting - Creative projects Download NLN Flow Controller today and discover what your LED lights can really do.

Screenshots

BanlanX4 screens
NLN Flow Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NLN Flow Controller at 5.0 against BanlanX's 2.5. BanlanX's advantage is ratings volume (258 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NLN Flow Controller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BanlanX has 258 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BanlanX ships an update every 6 weeks, NLN Flow Controller every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BanlanX versus NLN Flow Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBanlanXNLN Flow Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (258 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings258 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Sperll Optoelectronic Technology Co., Ltd.Steven Cuthrell

Customer experience

BanlanX

All ratings258 ratings
Positive31.0%
Neutral11.2%
Negative57.8%
Written reviews260 reviews
Positive25.8%
Neutral15.8%
Negative58.5%

NLN Flow Controller

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

BanlanX

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • Power button dims the light instead of shutting off
  • White turns more purple
  • Timer function will not work
  • Settings are removed when power is removed
  • App freezes and crashes or doesn't save last known info
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  • App won't connect to controller
  • App doesn't detect SP107E controller
  • App doesn't detect SP611E controller on MacOS
  • App loses the schedule that was set
  • App can't connect when not in close proximity to the device
  • App says connected when lamp is unplugged
  • App bypasses the remote and makes it impossible to use
  • App no longer recognizes lights after software update
  • App won't load past the start screen after name change
  • App takes out features like color customization in latest update
  • App doesn't allow custom colors despite advertising it

Requested features

13 requests
  • Add Bluetooth music playback capability
  • Add more color schemes like specific holiday schemes
  • Add ability to save DIY color combos
  • Add music mode feature that moves with the music
  • Add ability to choose colors in chasing modes
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  • Add more customization options like custom light patterns, background lights with overlay, custom colors for each setting
  • Add ability to integrate with Alexa for voice control
  • Add ability to set number of lights in section
  • Add ability to make white a warmer tone without making it look pink
  • Add ability to save a specific DIY setup for a specific holiday
  • Add preset holiday or seasonal themes
  • Add ability to control multiple controllers as one
  • Add ability to edit playlists more easily

NLN Flow Controller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

BanlanX

No in-app purchases

None

NLN Flow Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BanlanX free?
BanlanX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NLN Flow Controller free?
NLN Flow Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BanlanX or NLN Flow Controller?
NLN Flow Controller is rated higher. BanlanX averages 2.5 out of 5 from 258 ratings, while NLN Flow Controller averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do BanlanX or NLN Flow Controller have ads?
Neither BanlanX nor NLN Flow Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BanlanX or NLN Flow Controller?
BanlanX ships an update every 6 weeks, and NLN Flow Controller every 5 weeks. Most recently, BanlanX was updated on October 12, 2026 and NLN Flow Controller on September 27, 2026.

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