# iStrip+ vs HSP SMART

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iStrip+ at 42% against HSP SMART's 19%. iStrip+ also leads on rating (2.8 vs 2.5) and ratings volume (449 vs 59). HSP SMART's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

iStrip+ holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iStrip+ has 449 ratings behind it against 59, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of iStrip+'s written reviews are positive against 19% of HSP SMART's.

## The numbers

| Metric | iStrip+ | HSP SMART |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.8 (449 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istrip-plus/id1524125189/reviews)** | [2.5 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hsp-smart/id1671706857/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **449** | 59 |
| Positive reviews | **42.4% of reviews** | 19.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 61 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Heaton Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1076063818) | [文波 何](https://appshunter.io/developer/1601212546) |

## What reviewers say

### iStrip+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istrip-plus/id1524125189)

Control smart light bars with unlimited color customization and dynamic effects like stroboscopic and breathing. Group multiple devices for a synchronized, colorful experience. Enjoy music synchronization for an immersive atmosphere.

**Highlights:** Unlimited light bar color customization, Stroboscopic and breathing effects, Group control for multiple devices, Music rhythm synchronization, Mobile and hardware microphone rhythm

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Custom color fade
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Works well
- 👍 Good LED lights
- 👍 Bright and colorful lights

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Unresponsive app
- 🐛 Constant color changing
- 🐛 Timer doesn't work
- 🐛 Music feature doesn't work

**Reported bugs**

- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- App doesn't detect LED lights
- Lights won't turn on or off
- Incorrect color display
- Timer not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add custom color options
- Improve music sync feature
- Add more animation effects
- Improve timer functionality
- Integrate with smart home platforms


### HSP SMART

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hsp-smart/id1671706857)

Control your RGB LED lighting to create the ultimate lighting experience. Adjust colors, select from multiple scene modes, and customize motor speed. Set multiple timers for automated lighting.

**Highlights:** Adjustable color disk, Multiple scene modes, Adjustable motor speed, Multiple timing settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Beautiful colors and lights
- 🌟 Good for inspiring art
- 😌 Relaxing at bedtime
- 💡 Lights still work when movement fails
- 👍 Mostly good for controlling aurora machine

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Power button hidden on iPhone
- ❌ No add button for new devices
- ❌ Music sync doesn't work
- ❌ Lights don't change in scene mode
- ❌ App resets settings and speed

**Reported bugs**

- Power button off screen
- Top row of buttons hidden
- Cannot pair new devices
- Music sync not working
- Lights not changing in scene mode

**Requested features**

- Add more music
- Add more light colors
- Add more scenes
- Sync with Spotify
- Save chosen settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iStrip+ free?

iStrip+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is HSP SMART free?

HSP SMART is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, iStrip+ or HSP SMART?

iStrip+ is rated higher. iStrip+ averages 2.8 out of 5 from 449 ratings, while HSP SMART averages 2.5 from 59 ratings.

### Do iStrip+ or HSP SMART have ads?

Neither iStrip+ nor HSP SMART shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*